Miami Heat: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / August 31

Second-Round Pick Could Play Vital Role for New-Look Heat

Now armed with two-time MVP and champion Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Miami Heat are looking to make a splash in the Eastern Conference and NBA at large.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / August 31

Heat Could Consider A New Head Coach After Erik Spoelstra Completes 20 Years In Miami

The Miami Heat are known as a storied franchise in the NBA. Under Pat Riley‘s influence in the ’90s, the “Heat Culture” became the team’s foundation and philosophy.

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In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Miami Heat News / Bleacher Report / August 30

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 30

Filipino star gets possible Heat lifeline after strong FIBA showing

Several NBA players are competing in the latest window of the FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers, including Miami Heat teammates Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larrson for Serbia and Sweden, respectively.

Cam Thomas News / HITC / August 30

Cam Thomas-to-Heat rumors heat up as top insider reveals Miami’s latest stance

The Miami Heat’s interest in adding another guard has fuelled speculation around Cam Thomas, but a top insider has revealed that the free agent does not appear to be on the team’s radar.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 30

Ranking the Miami Heat's 5 Best Contracts Entering 2026-27

The Miami Heat have plenty of money invested in their new-look roster, but not every contract is created equally. Some players are being paid for what they can provide right now, while others could become increasingly valuable as their contracts progress.

Bam Adebayo News / Fadeaway World / August 30

NBA Players With The Most All-Defensive Selections Without Winning DPOY: Is It Finally Bam Adebayo’s Time?

Bam Adebayo is entering a pretty weird part of his career. He already owns six All-Defensive Team selections, the most in Heat history, and has spent most of the last decade as one of the NBA’s most versatile defenders.

Kyrie Irving News / EssentiallySports / August 30

Reality About Miami Heat’s Kyrie Irving Interest Revealed Amid Kevin Durant Reunion Rumors

We thought Klay Thompson’s signing tied a neat bow on Miami Heat’s offseason. But as the team progresses toward training camp, social media chatter surrounding a potential blockbuster reunion between Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant in South Beach has reached a fever pitch.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / August 30

Is Erik Spoelstra Retiring After 2028 Olympics? Insider Hints at Potential Career Move

Erik Spoelstra has been with the Miami Heat for as long as most of this generation can remember. And when you look at his journey, he’s the ‘model employee’ for any organization.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / August 29

Miami Heat Could Pursue Kevin Durant And Kyrie Irving To Build Ultimate Superteam

With Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the Miami Heat are certainly not lacking in stars. In fact, as presently constructed, many fans believe the Heat are primed to be a top-five team in the East next season.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / August 29

What will help Erik Spoelstra most in training camp

You always try to make the most of every roster you're given. That's the way NBA coaches need to operate, and that's been an Erik Spoelstra mantra since he took over in 2008-09, beginning a tenure with the Miami Heat that is now the longest not just in the league, but in all of major North American professional sports.

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Tim Hardaway News / EssentiallySports / August 29

'Would’ve Had His Head Knocked Off': Tim Hardaway Names NBA Big Man Who Would Have Fought Shaquille O’Neal

It’s never a dull day when the Crossover Podcast talks about the physical intensity of 1990s NBA basketball. Particularly when discussing the sheer dominance of Shaquille O’Neal.

Klay Thompson News / EssentiallySports / August 29

Miami Heat’s Last Roster Spot Stands Open After Klay Thompson Deal as 10-Year Veteran Hints Strong NBA Return

The Miami Heat have been aggressive this offseason, reshaping their roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo following a blockbuster deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 28

Former NBA Champion High on the Miami Heat Yet Again

The offseason is in its slow period, and when that time comes, many egregious takes are thrown around by fans and media members alike. At the center of much controversy and differing opinions is the Eastern Conference.

Miami Heat News / HITC / August 28

Miami Heat eye blockbuster reunion as star point guard could join Giannis Antetokounmpo in South Beach

Gabe Vincent could be heading back to Miami. The free agent guard is being tipped to fill the Heat’s final roster spot and link up with the revamped core built around Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / August 28

Pelle Larsson’s Huge 31-Point Performance Is Another Encouraging Sign for Miami Heat

Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson continues to shine this offseason, and he delivered an amazing performance for Sweden on Thursday, scoring a game-high 31 points in an 86-81 road victory over Finland in FIBA World Cup qualifying play.

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Wire / August 28

Klay Thompson says Heat Culture is no vacation: ‘Very militaristic’

Klay Thompson didn’t come to Miami for the weather. Or the golf. Or, apparently, the piña coladas. The newly signed Heat guard sounds like he’s all-in on the famed Heat Culture already, telling ESPN West Palm Beach that the organization’s demanding approach was actually part of the attraction.

Miami Heat News / Lindy's Sports / August 28

Why Miami Heat's New Bam Adebayo Backup Is A Steal

The Miami Heat signed a valuable bench piece on August 27 when they agreed to terms with center Nick Richards on a one-year, $3.1 million contract for the veteran’s minimum, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Keshad Johnson News / Hoops Rumors / August 27

Heat Signing Keshad Johnson To Two-Way Contract

The Heat plan to sign free agent forward Keshad Johnson to a two-way contract, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Johnson, who spent four seasons with San Diego State prior to transferring to Arizona for his “super senior” season in 2023/24, went undrafted a couple years ago.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / August 27

Heat, Nick Richards agree to one-year deal

The Heat had another roster spot to fill. Nick Richards apparently was their guy all along. Richards has agreed to a one-year contract with Miami, according to ESPN.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 27