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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
NBA makes discipline decision on Hornets' LaMelo Ball for dirty play on Bam Adebayo
Ball is one of the Hornets' most important players, averaging 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game this season.
Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / April 15
Norman Powell’s Future in Miami Could Hinge on a Bigger Move
Early on in the season, I was a huge advocate for a Norman Powell extension. He was having a career year in Miami, averaging 22.3 points per game while making the All-Star team.
Tyler Herro News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
2 teams eyed Tyler Herro trade at deadline. Should Heat deal him now?
The Miami Heat began their 2026 offseason on Tuesday night when they lost in the play-in game vs the Charlotte Hornets in overtime. Heat fans are hoping
The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the 39 players in NBA history to average at least 25 points-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in six minutes?
Jaime Jaquez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Heat rumors: Could Jaime Jaquez Jr. win Sixth Man of the Year and then be traded?
The Miami Heat enter a pivotal offseason following their 127-126 Play-In loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night, with new reporting raising questions about the future of Jaime Jaquez Jr.
Heat Around the Web
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
NBA to review controversial LaMelo Ball-Bam Adebayo play; ruling could impact Hornets' chances in second play-in game
The NBA is reportedly considering whether it should punish Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball for tripping Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during Tuesday night's play-in game.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Kendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig
On Tuesday evening, the Miami Heat’s 2025-26 season came to an end with a brutal loss to the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA play-in game thanks to a game-winner from LaMelo Ball.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / April 15
The two combinations that defined, and sunk, the Miami Heat season
When your back is firmly, entirely against the wall, your desperation tends to guide your decisions. So here Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat were, in a win-in-Charlotte-or-go-home-for-good game, and -- while ultimately the result was a wrenching, season-ending defeat -- the coach's maneuvers showed everyone where things stood by the end.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
One factor that could impact Heat trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Heat are expected to pursue Antetokounmpo, but one factor may determine their ability to land the star.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
LaMelo Ball apologizes for dirty foul on Bam Adebayo
Ball is facing criticism for a play that injured Bam Adebayo.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Watch: LaMelo Ball had an unhinged moment after the Hornets’ play-in win
The Charlotte Hornets punched their ticket to the next phase of the 2026 NBA Play-in Tournament. Meanwhile, LaMelo Ball literally landed punches after the Hornets’ thrilling 127-126 win over the Miami Heat at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday.
Udonis Haslem News / HITC / April 15
Udonis Haslem picks out the ‘one thing’ the Miami Heat should have done to beat the Charlotte Hornets
Udonis Haslem believes one small decision could have changed the Miami Heat’s Play-In loss to the Charlotte Hornets, pointing to a key defensive moment late in the game.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Heat’s Tyler Herro isn’t pleased with LaMelo Ball tripping Bam Adebayo: ‘Not the right play’
Suffice to say, LaMelo Ball is public enemy number one from the Miami Heat’s perspective. Not only did he eliminate the Heat from playoff contention with
Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Erik Spoelstra wants LaMelo Ball punished for ‘stupid’ play that injured Bam Adebayo
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra did not mince words Tuesday when speaking about LaMelo Ball’s dirty play on Bam Adebayo. The Charlotte Hornets star swiped at Adebayo’s legs as the All-Star center was off balance along the baseline during their play-in tournament matchup at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / April 14
Erik Spoelstra pulls out a surprise lineup card for the play-in
There was the insertion of Mike Miller during the 2013 NBA Finals against San Antonio. And the move of Chris Bosh to center, with Shane Battier at power forward, in the 2012 postseason.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 14
Final Injury Report for Heat-Hornets Play-In Game: Will Pelle Larsson, Nikola Jovic Play?
The Miami Heat are on the road on Tuesday night as they face off against the Charlotte Hornets in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament. For Miami, they enter the Play-In Tournament as the No.
The 'NBA Sixth Man of the Year winners' quiz
The NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award is given to the player who provides invaluable bench contributions over the course of a season. How many of the past winners can you name in five minutes?
Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / April 14
NBA Legend With Kidney Transplant Backs Miami Heat Staffer in Fight Against Chronic Kidney Disease
A serious kidney condition ended Alonzo Mourning’s NBA career, but not his fight. The Miami Heat legend overcame FSGS to make a comeback never before seen in the history of the league.
Jahmir Young News / Hoops Wire / April 11
Heat converting Jahmir Young to standard contract
The Heat are promoting guard Jahmir Young from his two-way contract to a standard NBA deal, according to Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press. Young will receive a two-year contract, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN.
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