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How the Miami Heat were flattened by the Orlando Magic

The Miami Heat found themselves losing down the stretch of another crunch-time game against their state-side rivals, the Orlando Magic. Here's what went

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Heat eager to return to winning ways in clash vs. reeling Kings

The Heat will look to get back on track against the lowly Sacramento Kings on Saturday night in Miami. Since Miami's six game-winning streak, the team has dropped three of its last four, including a 106-105 setback against the Orlando Magic on Friday.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 6

'I Hate Messing Up at the End of Games' – Miami Heat Star Shoulders Blame for Botched Final Play Vs. Orlando Magic

Norman Powell takes the blame for the Miami Heat’s botched final play, as they came up short in their comeback against the Orlando Magic on Friday (106-105).

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

Powell, Adebayo's scoring punches not enough in Orlando

The Heat are getting comfortable playing in Orlando, as they matched up with them tonight for the first time in five days with a NBA Cup battle approaching on Tuesday in the same building.

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Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

Will Norman Powell lead the Heat past the Magic tonight?

The Miami Heat travel to Orlando to face the Magic for the second time this season. They dropped the first game 121-125 on opening night. Tip off is at 7:00 Eastern time.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Heat’s Bam Adebayo knows exactly how Tyler Herro feels with latest toe injury

With Tyler Herro headlining the Miami Heat’s injury report ahead of Friday’s game against the Orlando Magic, there is growing concern that he could miss time beyond the in-state clash.

Norman Powell News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5

Norman Powell names two NBA legends who ‘taught’ him the Heat culture, one didn’t even play for Miami

The Miami Heat landed a jackpot when they traded for Norman Powell this offseason. Norman Powell had a breakout 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

One Miami Heat scorer in, another out, again

After a strong start following his return from ankle surgery, Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro may have hit a snag as he looks to continue what looms as a massive season in his career.

Dwyane Wade News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

Former Heat teammate reminds everyone how good Dwyane Wade was

Unless the public refreshes its mind with old tapes of the past, it could forget the potency of a past great. Memory sometimes isn’t enough and is deceiving.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

A potential Heat player bounce back, new starters and other keys vs. Magic

The Miami Heat and Orlando Magic will be matching up pretty often over the next few days. They play two games in Orlando in a span of five days, one game tonight and the other on Tuesday in a NBA cup duel.

Tyler Herro News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5

Tyler Herro’s 23.8 PPG is actually holding back the Miami Heat this season

Against all expectations, the Miami Heat have turned out to be one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Ahead of their much-anticipated matchup against the Orlando Magic, the Miami Heat are currently the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference with a 14-8 record.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

What the Miami Heat can learn from loss to Mavericks ahead of Orlando Magic matchup

The Miami Heat went down in Dallas on Wednesday night in a game they probably could have won if some aspects of their game were cleaned up. Here are some things for them to hone in on ahead of their Friday night matchup against the Orlando Magic: The Main Thing: Against the Mavericks, the Heat's defense was not where it needed to be.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / December 5

How the Miami Heat can get in the game for Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Miami Heat have had a pleasantly surprising start to their 2025-2026 campaign despite non-optimal health. The team has been scoring at a high rate and defending at an elite level.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5

Perfect Giannis Antetokounmpo mock trade sees the Miami Heat become title contenders

The Milwaukee Bucks are faced with the difficult decision of whether to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo before the deadline. Even though he has not publicly requested a trade, the consensus is that the Greek Freak wants out of Milwaukee.

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / December 4

Norman Powell Says Observing Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade Helped Prepare Him for Heat Culture

NBA cultures vary around the league, but Miami Heat culture is its own beast. It’s built on conditioning tests that make grown men question their life choices and a standard of toughness that isn’t up for debate.

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / December 4

It's the Heat vs everyone according to Norman Powell

The Miami Heat have long embodied "Heat Culture", the Miami Heat have long embodied doing less with more, and they have also prevailed on numerous occasions when everyone counted them out.

Bam Adebayo News / The SportsRush / December 4

Bam Adebayo Opens Up on His Tough Love Approach to Guiding Kel’el Ware

The Miami Heat are one of the surprising improvements in the 2025-2026 season. One year after scraping into the playoffs and getting blow out by the Cavs, Miami currently stands at 14-8 and hold the No.

Tyler Herro News / thePeachBasket / December 4

Tyler Herro scoreless in second half

Tyler Herro was scoreless in the second half vs. Dallas. He said, “the ball didn’t find me.” He said that Dallas was playing more zone in the second half and switching their defenses.

Erik Spoelstra News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Erik Spoelstra Admits He Can't Fathom One Thing About Cooper Flagg

Don't look now, but Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks are suddenly one of the hottest teams in the NBA right now. Powered by Flagg, the Mavs recorded their third consecutive win on Wednesday, as they defeated the Miami Heat at American Airlines Center in Dallas, 118-108.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / December 1

IRS releases $8.2 million tax lien against Terry Rozier

The Internal Revenue Service has released the $8.2 million tax lien that was filed against NBA veteran Terry Rozier, according to Broward County clerk records obtained by ESPN.

Josh Christopher News / Hoops Rumors / November 28

Former first-rounder Josh Christopher rejoins Heat’s G League affiliate

Free agent Josh Christopher has signed a G League contract and has been reacquired by the Miami Heat‘s affiliate team, the Sioux Falls Skyforce announced in a press release.

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