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Tuesday’s win over Phoenix stopped a three-game skid for the Heat, and it was a needed one. Miami’s previous three losses — to Minnesota, Indiana and Oklahoma City — all came by double digits, and the offense had been trending the wrong way for a while.

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What would Ja Morant's fit in Miami even look like?

Trade rumors and the Miami Heat go together like Davion Mitchell and forcing moving screens. It's just inevitable. The next guy up in that regard is Ja Morant, who has been knowingly unhappy with his situation in Memphis this season.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 14

One Heat player dominates fourth quarter vs Suns without even scoring

The turnaround happened fast. After a 17 point halftime lead, the Miami Heat found themselves trailing by 6 with three and a half minutes to go in the fourth quarter on Tuesday night against the Phoenix Suns.

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How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Scoop B / January 14

The Great Equalizer: Wellball Brings NBA Legends and Bronx Youth Together at DREAM Academy

New York, NY — In the heart of the Bronx, where the pavement tells stories of basketball legends and the air is thick with the spirit of competition, a new sound echoed through the rafters of the DREAM Academy gymnasium.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 14

The Heat have fallen back to being average

As the halfway point of the NBA season continues to get closer, we are starting to figure out what teams true identities are. Unfortunately for the Miami Heat their identity is seemingly more like an average team than the excellent team they started the season as.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

Heat’s Bam Adebayo subtly shouts out A’ja Wilson for helping him out of offensive slump vs. Suns

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat are amidst an inconsistent season, looking to turn their season around, Wednesday could be a great starting point after snapping a three-game skid and beating the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night, 127-121.

Davion Mitchell News / EssentiallySports / January 14

What Happened to Davion Mitchell? Heat Star Exits to Locker Room vs Suns After Injury

The Miami Heat snapped their three-game losing streak and recorded their 21st win of the season. However, the big night was soured by a concerning update about their starting guard.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 14

Suns' Dillon Brooks delivers another poorly timed flagrant foul

For a player who has helped the Suns so much with his 21.3 points per game and tough defense, Brooks has managed to hurt his team at the worst possible moments.

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 14

Miami Heat Hold Off Phoenix Suns

Coming off a brutal three-game skid and a road trip that would make anyone want to hug their own bed, the Heat desperately needed a win. They got it, 127-121, but not without sending the blood pressure of every fan in South Florida through the roof first.

Bam Adebayo News / Field Level Media / January 13

Bam Adebayo's strong closing surge guides Heat past Suns

Bam Adebayo scored 13 consecutive Heat points late in the fourth quarter, leading host Miami to a 127-121 win over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. With the score tied 118-118 and 48.3 seconds left, Miami's Norman Powell made a corner 3-pointer for a lead that the Heat never relinquished.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Heat’s Norman Powell had to be held back from charging at Dillon Brooks

The tension boiled over in the second half between the Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns at Kaseya Center after Norman Powell and Dillon Brooks got into it. Brooks was going for a layup in the third quarter when he and Powell collided.

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Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Erik Spoelstra reveals what’s ‘really hurt’ Heat amidst inconsistent season

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat’s dreadful road trip recently, the team has a great opportunity with a three-game home stand that starts Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / January 13

NBA Insider: Miami Heat have 'a level of interest and are pursuing Ja Morant'

With all the reports linking the Miami Heat to Memphis Grizzlies' star guard Ja Morant, there now seems to be some mutual interest between the two parties, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

NBA News / The SportsRush / January 13

Miami Heat Likely Not Interested in Ja Morant, Per Zach Lowe

The NBA trade deadline is just over three weeks away, which means the rumor mill is currently working overtime. Contenders will be looking to fortify their rosters for a playoff run, tanking teams will offload players for future assets, and disgruntled stars and teams will just be looking for a change.

Dwyane Wade News / The SportsRush / January 13

Why Kevin Durant’s Praise of Dwyane Wade’s 2006 Finals Run Meant So Much to Heat Legend

For the past six months or so, the question of who is the better player, Dwyane Wade or James Harden, has been a frequent topic of conversation among basketball fans.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12

Erik Spoelstra reveals ‘great opportunity’ that’s ahead of Heat after dreadful road trip

Rewind to the Miami Heat’s 125-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Jan. 4, where star Norman Powell said how crucial the upcoming Midwest road trip would be.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 12

NBA reschedules postponed Heat-Bulls game to Jan. 29

The game between the Miami Heat and host Chicago Bulls that was postponed last Thursday due to a wet court has been rescheduled for Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 12

Heat stuck with Terry Rozier deal as NBA awaits evidence

The Heat are unable to terminate Terry Rozier’s contract at this time, and it has little to do with cap math. According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the NBA has not been granted access to the evidence that will be used in the federal case involving Rozier.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / January 11

Erik Spoelstra Highlights Heat’s Resilience Issues After Loss To Thunder

The Miami Heat suffered a tough 124-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. Despite putting up an impressive fight early on, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra noted how Miami’s disappearance in the second half could hint at deeper issues within the unit.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / January 11

NBA 2K26 Rolls Out New Face Scan Updates—But One Star Is Still Missing

If NBA 2K26 were handing out glow-ups, Patch 4.0 would be the episode where half the cast gets a makeover—and the main character somehow misses the chair.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 7

Heat guarantee Terry Rozier contract for remainder of season

The Heat made a call Wednesday, and it wasn’t a small one. The Heat opted not to waive guard Terry Rozier, according to Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press, which means his full cap hit for the 2025-26 season is now guaranteed.