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Heat cut four players

The Heat trimmed their roster Saturday, waiving Ezra Ausar, Kylor Kelley, Gabe Madsen and Bez Mbeng, the team announced. All four were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

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Heat Waive Four Players

The Heat have made a series of cuts ahead of the regular season, announcing today in a press release that Ezra Ausar, Kylor Kelley, Gabe Madsen, and Bez Mbeng have been placed on waivers.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 17

The 3 Things That Went Most Right for the Miami Heat in Preseason

No one hangs banners in the preseason, not even the franchises with much less success than the Miami Heat over the past three decades. Wins and losses, naturally, don't matter much -- the Heat's winless 2025-26 preseason was followed by a scorching regular season start, which unfortunately they could not sustain.

Klay Thompson News / Fadeaway World / October 17

Klay Thompson’s Shooting Struggles Continue As He Goes Scoreless vs. Magic: Should Heat Be Concerned?

Miami Heat guard Klay Thompson is one of the greatest shooters in NBA history, but he sure didn’t look like even a good one in preseason. The Heat wrapped up their preseason with a 136-115 loss to the Orlando Magic at Kia Center on Friday, and Thompson went scoreless on the night.

Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 16

Key Cog Emerges for Heat in Giannis-Less Final Preseason Tune-up

The Giannis-less Miami Heat dropped their final preseason game tonight to the Orlando Magic who played their starters deep into the second half. It was a competitive game for the most part.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Pat Riley News / Yardbarker / October 17

Pat Riley loses big on Dodgers' playoff upset

The Los Angeles Dodgers were upset by the Milwaukee Brewers in a four-game sweep in the National League Championship Series. This was a big disappointment to their players, Dodger fans and Riley.

Despite NLCS loss, Dodgers dynasty is far from over

Shohei Ohtani offered startling quote about his NLCS performance

Ohtani finally broke out of his slump — but Dodgers still lost

Ohtani had uncharacteristic reaction to his home run in Game 4

Ohtani intends to pitch in 2027

Bam Adebayo News / HITC / October 16

‘Overrated’ – Former Miami Heat coach makes harsh admission about Bam Adebayo’s game

Former Miami Heat head coach Stan Van Gundy gave his perspective on Bam Adebayo’s game, which the player will probably not be too happy to hear. The three-time NBA All-Star is going into the season with a new roster around him, and will now have Giannis Antetokounmpo as his co-star.

WNBA News

Sophie Cunningham calls out Angel Reese for 'dangerous' play on eve of WNBA Finals

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

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

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / October 16

Why Giannis Antetokounmpo Believes the Miami Heat Can Get More from Him

Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the greatest players in not only today's NBA but also in the history of the league. He has backed this up over his career amassing two Most Valuable Player awards, 1 Defensive Player Award, and an NBA Finals Most Valuable Player award.

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.

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 '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.