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How Heat’s Tyler Herro has ‘helped’ Jaime Jaquez Jr. bounce back

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat have been running a new style of offense, focusing more on a free-flowing system and upping the pace, many players have benefited, with no one more arguably than Jaime Jaquez Jr., in the midst of his third NBA season.

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Heat’s Erik Spoelstra admits ’embarrassing’ Cavs playoff series sparked new offense

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat’s new fast-paced offense bringing the best out of everyone on the team, it wasn’t always like this, especially when looking at the postseason performance from the franchise.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 10

How would Heat even treat a Adebayo-Ware-less rotation? Possibility looms

When Bam Adebayo went down in Denver a week ago, it had the coaching staff looking around on that Heat sideline trying to see how they would fill that void.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 10

Prominent NBA Analyst Believes Miami Heat Are A Really Good Team

The Miami Heat have had quite the surprising start to their regular season. Although the 6-4 overall record doesn't jump off the page, the Heat have the seventh best Net Rating in the league, despite missing Norman Powell for three games, Bam Adebayo for four and Tyler Herro for all ten.

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Ex-NBA player Danny Green delivers a hot take about Miami Heat’s ceiling · Sporting News

Heat insider explains why Pat Riley, Miami might take a gamble on Ja Morant · Sporting News

Why Bam Adebayo isn't playing tonight vs. Cavaliers and what it means for Heat · Sporting News

Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. praises Nikola Jovic after strong performance · Sporting News

Heat’s Nikola Jovic credits offensive system for breakout game · Sporting News

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Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / November 10

Erik Spoelstra may get something he's never wanted

The wise guys are underestimating coach Erik Spoelstra’s impact on the Miami Heat this season. They’re sitting at 6-4, but considering how the team has

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 10

Heat insider fuels Ja Morant trade buzz with Pat Riley mic drop

A ton of rumors have surrounded Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant as of late regarding recent comments on his lack of “joy” with the team, as the one other franchise that has been connected to the star in a potential trade is the Miami Heat.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 10

Miami Heat's Jaquez Jr. in mix for multiple NBA awards thanks to sublime start

The term “sophomore slump” has been around for decades as a way to describe a decline in everything from terrible second albums to ugly report cards. Jaime Jaquez Jr.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 10

Priority for Jaime Jaquez Jr., the Norman Powell game and other keys to Heat-Cavs

The Bam Adebayo-les run for the Miami Heat has started off better than expected. A 2-0 stretch on the back to back this past Friday and Saturday night has pushed their record to a 6-4 start through ten games.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 10

Wait, does this mean the Miami Heat will be finalists?

If you don't learn history, you are doomed to repeat it. Sometimes, however, you learn it and want to repeat it. Consider that the last two times the Miami Heat started 4-0 at home, they reached the NBA Finals.

Tyler Herro News / Miami Heat on SI / November 9

When Tyler Herro makes his eventual return, who is the odd man out?

Things are clicking for the injury ridden Miami Heat through the first 10 games of the season. A 6-4 record, a revived offensive playbook, and a top five defense doesn't seem so bad for the rotating list on the daily injury report.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / November 9

Heat, Cavs expected to make their points in high-octane duel

The points are expected to fly on Monday night when the Miami Heat plays host to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Miami ranked second in the NBA in scoring with 124.1 points per game heading into Sunday's play, while Cleveland was seventh at 120.7.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

Heat’s Bam Adebayo out for third straight game with toe injury vs. Cavs

With the Miami Heat coming off a 136-131 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night, the team looks ahead to Monday, where they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Norman Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

Norman Powell reveals biggest difference between playing for Heat, Clippers

MIAMI – With Nikola Jovic highlighting the Miami Heat’s win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night, 136-131, there was another player who has continued what has been an impressive season in newcomer Norman Powell.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 9

Some signs the Miami Heat's surprising start is sustainable

Tyler Herro, last season's leading scorer, hasn't played yet. Norman Powell, this season's leading scorer, missed two games. Bam Adebayo, the captain and defensive anchor, has missed two games, and will miss at least a third, Monday against visiting Cleveland.

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Miami Heat without their star on Monday night against Cleveland

The next man up mentality has been a motto for Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat for years. A primary guy goes down and some random guy named Gabe Vincent, Max Strus, Caleb Martin and a long list of others emerge before your eyes.

Nikola Jovic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

The one Heat star that fueled Nikola Jovic’s career-game vs. Blazers

MIAMI – After a career night for Miami Heat star Nikola Jovic in the win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday, 136-131, there was the general sentiment of excitement surrounding the 22-year-old.

Nikola Jovic News / Field Level Media / November 8

Nikola Jovic leads Heat bench to big day, late win over Blazers

Nikola Jovic scored a career-high 29 points off the bench and made a key block late in the game to help the Miami Heat outlast the visiting Portland Trail Blazers, 136-131, on Saturday.

Tyler Herro News / NBA Analysis Network / November 8

Tyler Herro helping Miami Heat star use Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tactic to improve his game

One Miami Heat star spoke about how Tyler Herro is helping him add a new element to his game similar to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Miami Heat have been surprisingly strong this season, given that their roster is mostly built around their younger stars right now.

Erik Spoelstra News / EssentiallySports / November 8

Heat Stars Break Silence About Locker Room Mood After Erik Spoelstra Loses House in Fire

Less than 24 hours after his home was destroyed by fire, Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra was back on the sidelines for Friday’s NBA Cup clash against the Charlotte Hornets, setting the tone with calm resolve.

Norman Powell News / Hoops Wire / November 8

NBA Notes: Heat, Norman Powell, Cavs, Evan Mobley, Clippers

Miami played a game that almost didn’t feel real. Norman Powell scored 25 and the Heat broke a franchise record with 53 first-quarter points — the second-highest scoring first quarter in NBA history — in a 126-108 NBA Cup win over Charlotte.

Erik Spoelstra News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Erik Spoelstra Breaks Silence After Miami House Fire

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has witnessed heartbreak many times on the court, particularly with his multiple appearances in the NBA Finals. However, this week, he went through a different kind of adversity: it was reported on Thursday that Spoelstra’s home in Coral Gables, Florida, was set on fire and destroyed.