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Why Heat’s crucial win over Hornets was ‘gratifying,’ per Erik Spoelstra

After the Miami Heat’s dominant win over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday, the team had a quick turnaround for a critical game on Friday night against the Charlotte Hornets, who were two games behind them in the Eastern Conference standings.

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Gary Payton II wants to be involved if Seattle gets NBA expansion team

If the NBA ever brings a team back to Seattle, Gary Payton II says he would love to be part of it. The Golden State Warriors guard even joked to The Athletic’s Nick Friedell that he would consider requesting a trade if Seattle lands an expansion franchise.

Bam Adebayo News / Last Word On Sports / March 7

Miami Heat’s Dynamic Frontcourt Duo: Bam Adebayo & Kel’el Ware

Few frontcourt duos in recent NBA history have had such an immediate impact. Their mix of double-digit rebounds, multiple double-doubles, and elite defensive versatility is reminiscent of some of the league’s most influential pairings.

Jason Williams News / The SportsRush / March 7

Standing Up for Jason Williams Got Shaquille O’Neal Traded to Suns

Shaquille O’Neal is one of the most humorous people in NBA history. It’s hard to find a moment when O’Neal isn’t smiling or telling a joke. However, when he needs to be serious, Shaq won’t hesitate to shift his entire demeanor.

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How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / March 7

Superstar statistical run for the Miami Heat's Giannis package

It's been widely said and largely assumed that the current Miami Heat, and all of its players, have a ceiling. It sure hasn't looked that way this week.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 7

Charles Lee, Brandon Miller gives props to Heat star Tyler Herro after loss to Miami

The Miami Heat put together another explosive offensive performance Friday night, with Tyler Herro leading the charge in a statement victory that even drew praise from the opposing locker room afterward.

Tyler Herro News / Hardwood Heroics / March 7

Miami Heat Coach is Surprised Tyler Herro Didn’t Get His Triple-Double in Road Victory vs. Charlotte Hornets

The Miami Heat secured a 128-120 road win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, as Tyler Herro had his best all-around performance since returning from a serious rib injury.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / March 6

4 Reasons Why Heat Snapped Red-Hot Hornets’ 6-Game Win Streak

The Charlotte Hornets were the hottest team in the NBA entering Friday’s clash with the Miami Heat at Spectrum Center. The Hornets had won six games in a row, each by at least 15 points, and were expected to continue on their winning ways against this Heat outfit.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / March 6

Miami Snaps Hornets’ Surge with Gritty Victory

The Miami Heat traveled to Charlotte to take on the red-hot Hornets in the second night of a back-to-back. This game was an opportunity for both teams to make a statement.

NBA News / thePeachBasket / March 7

Heat take a step forward with win vs. Hornets

The Heat took a step forward with their win vs. the Hornets tonight. The game was tense like a playoff game. Tyler Herro scored 33 points, Bam had 24 points and 12 rebounds and Jaime Jaquez had 21 points.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Tyler Herro News / Field Level Media / March 6

Tyler Herro drills 8 3s, Heat snap Hornets' win streak

Tyler Herro hit eight 3-pointers and scored 33 points as the visiting Miami Heat edged out the Charlotte Hornets 128-120 in a close game between two of the NBA's hottest teams on Friday night.

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Miami Heat News / thePeachBasket / March 6

Heat and Hornets game is huge

The Heat and Hornets game is huge. The Hornets are 1.5 games behind the Heat for the eighth seed in the East. They beat the Celtics on Wednesday at Boston Garden, so they are super hot.

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / March 6

NBPA president blasts league for gambling partnerships

NBPA president Fred VanVleet blasts league for gambling partnerships

How do NBA players feel about the league's deals with gambling companies? Players Association president Fred VanVleet thinks the extra money isn't worth the aggravation.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / March 6

Another Miami Heat starter goes down, leading to adjustments vs Hornets

The Miami Heat have put together a three game winning streak heading into this important game in Charlotte on Friday night. Even with that, the Hornets are the story-line heading into this game as they're on a six game winning streak themselves, winning all six of those by 15 or more points.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 6

Erik Spoelstra reveals how Heat first-round pick will play crucial role during playoff push

Kasparas Jakucionis is carving out a valuable role with the Miami Heat during his rookie season. Following a ball-dominant freshman season at Illinois, the No.

Bam Adebayo News / Miami Heat on SI / March 6

Will Bam Adebayo be a Hall of Famer?

The Miami Heat selected Bam Adebayo with the 14th overall pick 9 years ago. In his tenure with the Heat, he has played with Miami Heat legends Dwyane Wade, and Udonis Haslem, he has become the captain, the bearer of culture, and one of the most prominent names in the Miami Heat record books.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 5

Heat Hand Nets Their 10th Straight Loss in 126-110 Blowout on 305 Day

There’s something poetic about the Miami Heat doing their best work on March 5th. It’s 305 Day — named after the city’s iconic area code — and the Heat treated a packed Kaseya Center crowd to exactly what they came to see: dominant, suffocating basketball.

Kel'el Ware News / Field Level Media / March 5

Kel'el Ware stuffs stat sheet as Heat hand Nets 10th straight loss

Kel'el Ware scored 16 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, set a career-high with seven blocks and added five steals, helping the host Miami Heat beat the Brooklyn Nets 126-110 on Thursday night.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 5

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals ‘going for it’ mentality despite injury woes

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat looking to make a playoff push with 20 games left in the season, entering Thursday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets, the team has once again been dealing with injury woes.

LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / March 5

LeBron James Gets Brutally Honest About Joining the Miami Heat at Just 25 Years Old

Remember the iconic ESPN special, The Decision? In July 2010, LeBron James shook the NBA world by announcing his move to the Miami Heat. After coming off back-to-back MVP seasons in 2009 and 2010, many labeled King’s choice as controversial.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 4

Heat seeking 2nd win this week against spiraling Nets

With 20 games left in the regular season, the Miami Heat are battling to finish top-six in the Eastern Conference and avoid the play-in round. On Thursday night, Miami will seek its third straight win and its second in three nights against the visiting Brooklyn Nets.

Bam Adebayo News / FortyEightMinutes / March 4

Bam Adebayo Scores 23, Leads Heat to Dominant 124-98 Victory Over Nets

The Miami Heat put on a clinic at home, cruising to a convincing 124-98 win over the struggling Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night. With the victory, the Heat improved to 33-29 on the season, solidifying their position in the Eastern Conference playoff hunt, while the Nets dropped to 15-46, continuing their tough 2025-2026 season.