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Dwyane Wade Is Overly Complimentary Of Norman Powell Signing With Heat

Now that Norman Powell is a part of the Miami Heat, the franchise's greatest player is showing love. "He's a great piece. Y'all know how good Norman is, he was an All-Star this year in the West," Heat legend Dwyane Wade said on his podcast.

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Heat rumors: Terry Rozier not out of the woods yet in potential gambling probe

The Miami Heat recently made a splash by acquiring Norman Powell from the Los Angeles Clippers as part of a three-team trade that Miami was largely viewed as the beneficiary of.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Dwyane Wade urges Kel’el Ware to buy in after Erik Spoelstra’s public challenge

Miami Heat legend and Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade offered strong words of advice for second-year center Kel’el Ware following recent comments made by head coach Erik Spoelstra calling for greater professionalism and consistency from the young big man.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 15

Lakers ‘Not Interested’ In Trading For Heat’s Andrew Wiggins

The Los Angeles Lakers are “not interested” in trading for Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins, according to NBA reporter Dan Woike of The Athletic. There

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Lakers Make Final Decision on Andrew Wiggins, Heat Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers have spent much of this offseason assessing how to reshape their roster around LeBron James and Luka Doncic. After adding center

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 15

Shaquille O'Neal Reveals Weakness Keeping Miami Heat From Contending

Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal knows what it takes to win a championship. He won three with the Los Angeles Lakers and helped bring the first to the Miami Heat in 2006.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / July 15

‘I Can Put That To Bed’ — NBA Insider Reveals Lakers Have No Trade Interest In $109 Million All-Star

The Miami Heat have three All-Stars on their roster in Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo, and Andrew Wiggins, but one is far more expendable than the others. Wiggins came to Miami in the blockbuster trade that sent Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors, meaning he's had little time to establish relationships within the organization.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / July 15

‘He was gassing out’… Miami Heat coach responds to what he saw from Kel’el Ware

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics engaged in a solid battle during the 2025 NBA Summer League. The two Eastern Conference rivals left it all on the court as the final score stood at 100-96 in favor of the Miami Heat.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Heat’s Kel’el Ware responds to Erik Spoelstra putting him on blast

Miami Heat center Kel’el Ware delivered a dominant performance in response to recent public comments by head coach Erik Spoelstra questioning his professionalism and consistency.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 15

Ex-Miami Heat Star Actively Pursuing NBA Comeback

The Miami Heat have had their fair share of picking up players past their prime. However, no acquisition could have been more boom-or-bust than the 2021 trade deadline move for Victor Oladipo.

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / July 15

Norman Powell Getting Acclimated With New Miami Heat Surroundings

At last, Miami Heat fans got to see new acquisition Norman Powell donning team gear. On Monday, Powell was visited by coach Erik Spoelstra, assistant general manager Adam Simon and some of the team's coaching staff during a morning workout.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 15

Heat Could Sign Former Wizards Big Man On Vet Minimum To Boost Frontcourt Depth

The Miami Heat have quietly been making some moves to improve their roster strength this offseason. With the addition of Norman Powell after a trade with the Clippers and the Jazz, the Heat have substantially boosted their roster strength.

LeBron James News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Miami Heat Would Need To Move Expiring Contracts To Acquire LeBron James

The strangeness surrounding LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers continues. The former Miami Heat player's relationship with the Lakers is reportedly deteriorating.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / July 14

Heat big man responds to criticism from HC Erik Spoelstra

Erik Spoelstra is widely viewed as the best coach in the NBA. He's elite when it comes to X's and O's and designing play calls or overall schemes.

Heat won’t trade Andrew Wiggins anymore

Norman Powell says joining Heat is ‘childhood dream’

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Miami Heat Sets Off Las Vegas Alarm to Improve Kel'el Ware's Development

The Miami Heat have picked up wins and losses during this 2025 Summer League run and still have some unfinished business, but the most impactful development from this part of the team’s offseason happened off the court over the weekend in Las Vegas.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 14

Biggest Miami Heat overreactions from 2025 NBA Summer League

The NBA Summer League is a breeding ground for hot takes, and the Miami Heat’s 2025 campaign—spanning the California Classic and Las Vegas—has delivered its share of storylines.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA Analysis Network / July 14

Kel’el Ware explains how he responded to Erik Spoelstra’s concerns about ‘professionalism’ and ‘consistency’

Kel’el Ware is immensely talented and seems to be a core player for the Miami Heat moving forward, although he and head coach Erik Spoelstra are already butting heads.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Heat Avoiding 'Loser's Mentality' In Injury-Decimated Eastern Conference

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra has long focused solely on what is going on inside the locker. He rarely pays attention to the outside "noise." He's taking that same mentality into next season regarding the injuries in the Eastern Conference.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Former Miami Heat Star Recognized Among Top NCAA Stars Since 2000

The Miami Heat have a history of selecting great collegiate players in the draft. Sometimes, these players continue their greatness in the NBA. At other times, these players quickly struggle and can find themselves out of the league rather quickly.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Miami Heat Has 'Optimal' Offseason Despite Whiffing On Kevin Durant

The Miami Heat entered this offseason with lofty expectations. After missing on the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, the outlook surrounding Miami basketball was relatively gloomy.

Andrew Wiggins News / Hoops Wire / July 12

Heat Won’t Trade Andrew Wiggins Anymore

The Miami Heat won’t trade Andrew Wiggins anymore, according to NBA reporter Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun-Sentinel. The Heat held trade talks

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Heat’s Norman Powell Makes Eye-Opening Tyler Herro Statement Following 3-Team Trade

The Miami Heat acquired fringe All-Star scorer and ex-Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell through a blockbuster 3-team deal including the Clippers and Utah Jazz on Monday.

Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / July 11

Miami Heat Rookie Catches Fire in First Vegas Game

Much has been made about Kasparas Jakcuionis’ start to his professional career. And rightfully so given his start. Through three games in the California Classic in Summer League, Jakucionis scored just four points per game on a frigid 6% shooting, failing to hit a single 3-pointer on 11 tries.

Terry Rozier News / Fastbreak on SI / July 11

Miami Heat NBA Veteran Reportedly On Trading Block

Terry Rozier has spent part of the last two seasons playing for the Miami Heat. He finished the 2024-25 season with averages of 10.6 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists per contest while shooting 39.1% from the field and 29.5% from the three-point range in 64 games.