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What the Miami Heat can get out of games against tanking teams

The Miami Heat took care of business a day ago in Washington, as they routed the Wizards on their home floor on the first game of a back to back. One day later they head back home to Miami, as the Utah Jazz come to town.

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'Don’t Have to Give a Long Text': Dwyane Wade Recalls Pat Riley’s Pre-Game Texts to Him During the 2006 NBA Finals

It isn’t a secret that LeBron James is the greatest player from the 2003 NBA Draft. However, he is far from the only elite-level talent from the historic draft class.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

Kel’el Ware Breaks Silence After Getting Posterized by Own Teammate Bam Adebayo

The Miami Heat went on to win 132-101 against the Washington Wizards in their recent game. Displaying a stellar performance, Bam Adebayo made a huge contribution in guiding his team to victory.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / February 9

The most disappointing Heat players in 2025-26

The Heat’s 2026 campaign has been an endless stream of letdowns, but none have had as much of an impact as Tyler Herro’s absences. This was supposed to be the year he validated his worth coming off an all-star season, and he was supposed to develop a deadly one-two punch with Norman Powell, but that’s yet to happen.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8

Heat’s Bam Adebayo shares hilarious reaction to posterizing teammate Kel’el Ware

Bam Adebayo reacted to his viral dunk over teammate Kel’el Ware during the Miami Heat’s matchup against the Washington Wizards on Sunday afternoon. Adebayo is halfway through the ninth season of his NBA career with the Heat.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Miami Heat News / Total Apex Sports / February 8

Heat Rout Wizards: Jakucionis and Adebayo Spark Offensive Explosion 132-101

Sometimes, the best remedy for a heartbreaking collapse is a no-doubt, wire-to-wire clinic. For the Miami Heat, Sunday afternoon wasn’t just a win; it was an exhale.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / February 8

Miami Heat player will participate in Three-Point Contest at All-Star Weekend

The Miami Heat's Norman Powell will be competing in the State Farm Three-Point Contest at NBA All-Star Weekend. The news comes a few days after it was announced that Powell would be an NBA All-Star for the first time in his career and that second-year forward Keshad Johnson will be taking part in the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest.

Norman Powell News / Athlon Sports / February 8

Heat Announce Norman Powell Injury Update After Leaving Wizards Game

The Miami Heat pulled off a big win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday, 132-101, but they lost Norman Powell in the process. The Heat came into Sunday’s matchup after back-to-back losses, and they got back on track with a blowout win over the lowly Wizards.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / February 8

Bam Adebayo, Heat rout Wizards to snap out of miniature skid

Bam Adebayo and Kasparas Jakucionis scored 22 points apiece to help the visiting Miami Heat breeze past the Washington Wizards for a 132-101 victory on Sunday afternoon.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / February 8

Heat's double bigs return, the rookie shines and more youth movement takeaways

On Super Bowl Sunday, it was a get right game for the Miami Heat after a rough loss on Friday night in Boston against the Celtics. The Heat were without Pelle Larsson for this one, as well as Tyler Herro, while Myron Gardner snuck into that first unit for the night.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / February 8

Biggest Stars The Miami Heat Missed Out On Since Their 2020 Finals Run

The February 5 trade deadline had two franchise-altering names floating around the league: Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant. The Heat were tied to both rumors, and nothing happened.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 7

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals upside of ‘painful’ loss to Celtics

With the Miami Heat’s recent collapse coming on a 98-96 loss to the Boston Celtics on Friday night, there is some positive upside that the team has taken away from the disappointing result.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / February 7

Miami Heat get another shot at a slam dunk title

When it comes to All-Star weekend, the Miami Heat have had a good amount of success over the years. Much of that has come in the Three-Point Shootout, with Tyler Herro, James Jones and Jason Kapono winning since 2007.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 7

How Heat’s latest collapse makes Giannis offseason pursuit even more important

As the Miami Heat didn’t end up making any moves at the trade deadline, being unable to land their top target in Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, the future of the team has been on the minds of every fan.

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NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / February 6

Miami Heat at Boston Celtics Preview, Prediction & Odds | February 6, 2026

With the NBA season heating up, the Miami Heat are heading to TD Garden to take on the Boston Celtics and help bettors win cash for tonight’s game. The Celtics are on a hot streak and could continue their strong February, while the Heat are trying to stop a potential losing streak after a weak trade deadline.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5

Why the Miami Heat are biggest losers of NBA trade deadline

As currently constructed, the Heat aren't an Eastern Conference contender.

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Andrew Wiggins News / Stadium Rant / February 4

The Miami Heat Must Explore Ways To Offload Andrew Wiggins

The Miami Heat are currently in hot pursuit of Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. With less than 48 hours until the trade deadline, Miami is attempting to pull all the strings to land another superstar.

Terry Rozier News / Field Level Media / February 3

Arbitrator: Heat must pay Terry Rozier's salary, trade situation unclear

Miami guard Terry Rozier will receive his $26.6 million salary for the current season after an arbitrator ruled on Monday that the Heat couldn't withhold the money while Rozier awaits trial on federal charges stemming from a sports-betting investigation.

Terry Rozier News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2

Terry Rozier will receive his $26.6 million salary despite gambling allegations

Embattled Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier will still be getting a massive payday this year, even though he almost certainly will not suit up for his team.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / February 2

Miami Heat To Host 2006 Championship Night Celebration

The Miami Heat are honoring their 2006 NBA Championship team on Tuesday, February 3 against the Atlanta Hawks. Miami’s 2005-06 roster will be on hand to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of franchise’s first championship.