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Zach LaVine torching Miami's slipping defense, and other Heat-Kings takeaways

Coming off a final play breakdown and loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night, a Saturday night bounce back was the goal for the Miami Heat. As the Sacramento Kings came to town, the Heat were missing Tyler Herro, Davion Mitchell, and Pelle Larsson on the second night of a back to back.

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Heat’s Erik Spoelstra downplays game plan changes amid Davion Mitchell injury

MIAMI – With Miami Heat star Tyler Herro’s MRI revealing a toe contusion, his status for the immediate future is uncertain, but he isn’t the only key player to miss time for the team.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / December 6

One Heat player getting his first true opportunity tonight

As the Heat got ready for the Kings on Saturday night, a morning MRI for elite guard Tyler Herro came back generally positive on that injured big toe. Labeled as a contusion, he's going to move forward as "day-to-day" in the recovery process.

Bam Adebayo News / Hoops Wire / December 6

NBA Notes: Heat, Bam Adebayo, Nets, Cam Thomas, Wizards

Bam Adebayo keeps climbing Miami’s record book. He passed Glen Rice for third on the Heat’s all-time scoring list during his 24-point performance on Friday.

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NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / December 6

Can Bam Adebayo take advantage of no Domantas Sabonis?

The Miami Heat will welcome the Sacramento Kings for their first of two matchups this season. The Heat enter the contest in 6th place of the Eastern Conference and 14-9 overall.

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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?

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Bam Adebayo’s ‘personal’ message to Heat’s Kel’el Ware after recent ‘uneven’ play

With the Miami Heat’s tough loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night, 106-105, the team trotted out a different starting lineup than what fans have been recently seeing, which led to middling results.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / December 6

Not bad for a Miami Heat player not known for scoring

He is known more for his defensive prowess than his offensive dominance, even if still doesn't have the Defensive Player of the Year award to show for it.

Tyler Herro News / Miami Heat on SI / December 6

Worst averted for injured Miami Heat scorer

When it comes to health concerns, especially for someone who has tended to miss a lot of time during his NBA career, you can be thankful for small victories.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Bam Adebayo’s bittersweet reaction to making Heat history in Magic loss

As the Miami Heat went through a tough loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night, 106-105, it came off a frustrating final play, including Bam Adebayo and miscommunication with Norman Powell.

Norman Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Heat’s Norman Powell blames himself for tough loss to Magic

After the Miami Heat’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks last Wednesday, the team was looking to get back in the win column on Friday night against the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / December 6

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

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Erik Spoelstra News / Yardbarker / November 27