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Bitter Ex-NBA Rivals Become Big 3 Besties In Miami

Lance Stephenson made 'em dance with his New York City-bred ball handling skills in Miami 305's Big 3 home opener in southern Florida. His handle with the rock left one member of the Boston Ball Hogs on the hardwood. The crowd-pleasing moment was one of several inside the Kaseya Center.

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Miami Heat's Terry Rozier Received Good News After Betting Scandal

The NBA began and concluded an investigation on Terry Rozier in January of 2025 revolving around a possible connection to a sports gambling scandal. The league was notified of suspicious betting trends on Rozier prop bets that took place in March of 2023 while he was a member of the Charlotte Hornets.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat Champion 'Embarrassed' by Erik Spoelstra At End of Career

Every professional athlete who is a veteran dreads the day they're told they aren't good enough anymore or their body tells them they cannot perform anymore.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat Reportedly Eyeing Timberwolves Two-Way Guard In Free Agency

With Miami Heat wing Duncan Robinson testing free agency, there could be a void in the Heat rotation. The team began the free agency cycle by re-signing guard Davion Mitchell but there is still more work to be done.

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The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Fifteen different players have won multiple NBA Most Valuable Player honors. How many can you name?

The 'NBA No. 1 draft pick and Rookie of the Year' quiz

The 'Multiple 200+ three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Duncan Robinson News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Miami Heat's Duncan Robinson Draws Interest From Eastern Competitor

Free agency kicks off Monday at 6 p.m., with any last-minute trade rumors or free-agency decisions skyrocketing before any official moves. Miami Heat guard Duncan Robinson is among those drawing outside interest.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA Finals MVP winner

Here is every winner of the NBA Finals MVP, a who’s who of Association history.

Bobby Marks News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Heat Get Exciting News About NBA Free Agency

The Miami Heat are poised for a promising free agency period, according to NBA insider Bobby Marks. In a recent segment on ESPN, Marks highlighted the

Andrew Wiggins News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Here Are The Most Realistic Trade Scenarios For Miami Heat's Andrew Wiggins

One of the hardest contracts to trade in the NBA could be traded for a third time. Andrew Wiggins received his first extension from the team that drafted him in 2014, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and was traded to the Golden State Warriors.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Kel'el Ware Gets Ultimate Stamp Of Approval From Miami Heat Legend

After one of the best rookie seasons in Miami Heat history, center Kel’el Ware is determined to solidify himself as one of the main pieces for the future.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

LeBron James Retirement Rumors Ignite After Kevin Love Exchange

There’s something special about reconnecting with old friends, reflecting on the moments that once defined your path. This was the case for former Cavaliers teammates LeBron James and Kevin Love, who were spotted spending time together on some catch-and-shoot and off-the-dribble drills.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 30

Media Personality Says Looming Decision For Star Guard Hinders Miami Heat

After a disappointing postseason and a mediocre offseason so far, the Miami Heat still have yet to establish a direction for roster construction outside the NBA Draft.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

Five fascinating NBA Eastern Conference extension candidates

Let’s look at five of the more intriguing extension candidates in the Eastern Conference.

Knicks eyeing legendary women's basketball figure for head-coaching job

Knicks to sign Dink Pate

Knicks need development from these players to fill roster

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The 'Most three's in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Duncan Robinson Makes $20 Million Decision on Future With Heat

As reported by Shams Charania on X, Miami Heat sharpshooter Duncan Robinson has declined his early termination option (ETO) on his $90 million contract, setting the stage for a potential new chapter. However, this move doesn’t lock him into Miami; instead, the Heat are actively working on a deal to bring him back under revised terms.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / June 29

Report: Heat's Duncan Robinson declines option, hits free agency

Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson declined his $19.9-million early termination option in order to become a free agent, but remains open to a new deal to remain with the team, ESPN reported Sunday.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 29

Miami Heat Legend Dwyane Wade Makes Case For Best Career In Franchise History

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade recently took a moment to defend his legacy with the franchise. Having played alongside LeBron James who is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, Wade has at times struggled to receive the recognition he deserves.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

The 'No. 2 NBA Draft picks' quiz

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 29

Miami Heat Forward Expected To Ink $13 Million Contract Extension

With the Miami Heat's re-signing of guard Davion Mitchell to begin the offseason, all eyes are now on Pat Riley to see if he will extend one of the team's young forwards.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 29

Miami Heat's Long-Tenured Sharpshooter To Test Free Agency Market

After the Miami Heat re-signed a new fan favorite guard, one of the team's longest-tenured players is expected to test free agency. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Duncan Robinson is declining his $20 million early termination option to enter the free agency market.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 29

NBA Rumors: Heat, Duncan Robinson, Suns, Nick Richards, Jazz, Ace Bailey

Heat forward Duncan Robinson is officially hitting the NBA free agent market. Robinson has exercised his early termination option for the 2025-26 season, making him an unrestricted free agent, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Dwyane Wade News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Dwyane Wade Names Greatest Miami Heat Player of All Time Without Hesitation

When people think of the Miami Heat, one name immediately comes to mind: NBA legend Dwyane Wade. Wade spent 15 of his 17 NBA seasons with the Heat, who drafted him out of Marquette in 2003.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Heat Sign Major Bright Spot From Last Season to Two-Year Contract

The Miami Heat have secured a significant coup by re-signing one of their brightest talents from the 2024-25 season, Davion Mitchell, to a two-year, $24

Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / June 28

10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Miami Heat History

In his rookie year, Jaime Jacquez Jr. finished fourth in Rookie of the Year and ninth in Sixth Man of the Year voting. While his numbers decreased a bit in his second year, he is still just 24 years old.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / June 28

Heat are smart to retain valuable guard

Davion Mitchell joined the Miami Heat as part of the trade that saw PJ Tucker head to the Toronto Raptors at the Feb. 6 trade deadline. He immediately endeared himself to Erik Spoelstra and the Heat's coaching staff, earning a spot in the rotation.

Have Heat finally solved their point guard problem?

Cavaliers' risky trade for Bulls' Lonzo Ball could be worth the reward

What impact will Lonzo Ball, Isaac Okoro have for new teams after trade?

Trade to Bulls a resurgence opportunity for Isaac Okoro

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'Active NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

Miami Heat News / HBCUs on SI / June 28

Former HBCU Basketball Star Lands NBA Contract With Miami Heat

Howard University graduate and former star Steve Settle III agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Miami Heat following the conclusion of the 2025 NBA Draft, according to a report from Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 28

How Kasparas Jakucionis can contribute for the Heat right away

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat drafting Kasparas Jakucionis with the 20th pick in the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday, there has already been buzz about how the 19-year-old will impact the team.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27

Miami Heat sign former Howard University star to contract

A former Howard University star is getting a shot to make the NBA with the Miami Heat. Following the 2025 NBA Draft, the Miami Heat signed former Bison forward Steve Settle III to an Exhibit 10 contract. The Exhibit 10 deal signed by Settle is a non-guaranteed training camp contract that could be converted into a two-way contract.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / June 26