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Miami Heat get good injury news: Bam Adebayo and others return

The Miami Heat have had trouble getting themselves off the injury report this pre-season, as one of the main reasons for the 0-5 start is due to the plethora of Sioux Falls guys that have been holding it down for the Heat.

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Hardcore Hoops & Hip-Hop: Fredro Starr Talks Tyler Herro, Heat Strength, Brandy’s Bars and Verzuz Dream Battles

From mic-wielding menace in the legendary rap group Onyx to a familiar face on screen in shows like Moesha, Fredro Starr has carved out a unique space in hip-hop and Hollywood.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 16

Not top 10? The Miami Heat are in one category

For the past couple of seasons, the Miami Heat have finished firmly in the middle of the NBA standings -- and many observers project the same again, even if Heat insiders have hopes for a younger, refreshed roster.

Miami Heat News / Hardwood Heroics / October 16

'Right Now, I’m Ahead of Schedule' – Miami Heat Fans Receive Encouraging Injury Update on Tyler Herro

Tyler Herro is expected to miss the start of the 2025-26 campaign due to a foot and ankle injury, but the Miami Heat star recently dropped the bold proclamation that he would be back on the court “sooner rather than later.” “Super excited.

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The Conversation: Can the Heat reinvent themselves again after the Jimmy Butler era? · CBSSports.com

Erik Spoelstra gets honest about applying “Heat Culture” while leading Team USA · Sporting News

Heat sign versatile 41.6% shooting forward, cut ties with record-breaking 6-foot-6 guard · Sporting News

Erik Spoelstra: Team USA coaching nod 'makes you feel alive' · ESPN

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Tyler Herro News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

Tyler Herro still saying 'sooner' for his return

There have been some hints that the Miami Heat's leading scorer could return from ankle surgery a bit earlier than the original timelines, either those provided by the team or himself.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

The hottest Heat bold prediction for 2025-26 NBA season

With the Miami Heat preparing for the 2025-26 season, the general expectations from the basketball world seem to be mostly middling compared to years past.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

3 Miami Heat players that will pop in tonight's scrimmage

The Miami Heat are gearing up for their annual Red, White, and Pink scrimmage within the hour, which is a great cause that goes to the Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute for cancer care and research.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

Is there an NBA coach better than Erik Spoelstra?

There seems to be a general consensus that, in spite of disappointing team results the past two seasons, Erik Spoelstra remains the top coach in the NBA.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

Do the Miami Heat have a direction?

Sometimes, it takes the boat some time to turn. The Miami Heat, after teetering toward and then remaining in the middle -- three straight play-in appearances, albeit with unlikely NBA Finals run mixed in -- have seemed to pick more of a clearer direction this offseason.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

The Miami Heat can't lose tonight

It hasn't been an auspicious start for the 2025-26 Miami Heat, judging by preseason record alone. They're 0-5, and in the past four weeks, they've already

Bam Adebayo News / EssentiallySports / October 15

Injury Isn’t Heat’s Only Concern About Bam Adebayo as ESPN Analyst Pinpoints Startling Stat

For all the preseason hype Miami managed to build, their start has felt less like Heat culture and more like mild confusion. The numbers don’t lie, with 0 and 5 in preseason, which is the worst mark in the league.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 14

Miami Heat’s improvement in key factor is non-negotiable

Halfway through this decade, the Miami Heat have consistently excelled with an impressive top-10 defensive rating every season, except for 2020, when they finished No.

Gabe Madsen News / Miami Heat on SI / October 14

The Miami Heat sign forward Steve Settle III

The Miami Heat announced two roster moves today. They have waived guard Gabe Madsen and signed Steve Settle III to an exhibit 10 contract. The plan is for Settle to join the G-League affiliate of the Miami Heat the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

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Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / October 14

Erik Spoelstra is officially Team USA's next head coach.

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has officially been named head coach of USA Basketball. Reports first surfaced on October 9th when Shams Charania of ESPN sent out a tweet that broke the news.

Bam Adebayo News / Field Level Media / October 14

Heat C Bam Adebayo 'feels fine' after knee contusion

Miami Heat All-Star center Bam Adebayo said he "feels fine" after leaving Monday night's preseason loss at Atlanta with a knee contusion. Adebayo, 28, departed in the third quarter, finishing with 13 points and nine rebounds in 19 minutes in a 119-118 overtime loss to the Hawks.