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Former Heat coach calls Bam Adebayo overrated offensively

Not everyone sees the light at the end of the tunnel for the Miami Heat and that’s OK. Stan Van Gundy, the team’s former head coach before Pat Riley took over again in 2005-06, said on The Zach Lowe Show that Bam Adebayo is overrated offensively, which is sure to ruffle some feathers but it wasn’t unfair.

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Stan Van Gundy Writes Off Miami Heat As Contenders, Calls Bam Adebayo Overrated

The Miami Heat have emerged as one of the most intriguing teams heading into the 2026-27 NBA season after the blockbuster addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / HITC / October 16

Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals Pat Riley’s special ‘oh wow’ gesture in Greece

Giannis Antetokounmpo has revealed the personal gesture from Miami Heat president Pat Riley that left him saying “oh wow” after his blockbuster move from the Milwaukee Bucks.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

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The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 16

This Just Might Be Miami's Next Undrafted Steal

The clip went around South Florida last week before most people knew whose handle they were watching. Tre Donaldson, an undrafted rookie who is on a two-way contract, was putting his defender on skates in the Heat's Red, White and Pink scrimmage on his way to 25 points.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 16

'Good for Him': Jimmy Butler Sends Blunt Message on Bam Adebayo’s 83-Point Game After Miami Exit

Contrary to what most might think, Jimmy Butler just showed he isn’t holding on to ‘resentment’ towards his former teammate. The former Miami Heat star provided a candid response regarding Bam Adebayo’s historic 83-point explosion earlier this year.

Bam Adebayo News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15

Former Heat coach calls Bam Adebayo ‘overrated’

Bam Adebayo has another prominent hater. NBA analyst Stan Van Gundy appeared this week on The Ringer’s “The Zach Lowe Show.” During the episode, the conversation turned to the 2026-27 season outlook for the Miami Heat.

WNBA News

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

How Erik Spoelstra Finally Takes Home Coach of The Year

The NBA's annual General Manager survey was released for the public to see and the Miami Heat were seen all throughout the survey. Players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo was mentioned, the front office was applauded for acquiring Antetokounmpo, and their fearless leader Erik Spoelstra was named the NBA's best coach yet again.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

I thought LeBron James had returned to Miami Heat, says ESPN expert after Giannis Antetokounmpo stars

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s first game at the Kaseya Center was a huge success. Miami Heat fans got an exciting look at Giannis Antetokounmpo in action as he put up a huge performance in preseason against the Nets.

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 / Field Level Media / October 15

Amar'e Stoudemire goes from Miami Heat to Miami police officer

Amar'e Stoudemire has traded in his jersey and shorts for a dress uniform and a badge. Now 43, the former All-NBA player and recent enshrinee to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, graduated from the Miami Dade College School of Justice's Basic Law Enforcement Academy on Thursday.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 15

Miami Heat Named Potential Landing Spot for Two-Time All-Star

The Miami Heat have looked really good so far in the preseason. Giannis Antetokounmpo is integrating nicely with his new team, but I still think there's room for Pat Riley to improve this roster, especially if the right player becomes available.

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Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Heat’s Davion Mitchell is just straight-up glazing Giannis Antetokounmpo with GOAT take

On Wednesday evening, the Miami Heat continued their preseason with a home game against the Brooklyn Nets. This game marked the unofficial home debut of trade acquisition Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was acquired by the Heat this offseason from the Milwaukee Bucks.