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Mixed results for the Heat's key figures at halfway point

We are about halfway through the NBA season, and the Heat sit at 20 – 19 and 8th in the Eastern Conference standings. They started out the season on fire at 14 – 7 but have since looked very mediocre.

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Why Kevin Durant’s Praise of Dwyane Wade’s 2006 Finals Run Meant So Much to Heat Legend

For the past six months or so, the question of who is the better player, Dwyane Wade or James Harden, has been a frequent topic of conversation among basketball fans.

Bam Adebayo News / Miami Heat on SI / January 12

Former NBA All-Star speaks out about Bam Adebayo

Heat Forward/Center Bam Adebayo has once again become a big talking point around NBA circles. This time though it is not as positive as it typically is.

Trae Young News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?

The '2022-23 leading scorer for each NBA team' quiz

The 'Most assists during the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12

Erik Spoelstra reveals ‘great opportunity’ that’s ahead of Heat after dreadful road trip

Rewind to the Miami Heat’s 125-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Jan. 4, where star Norman Powell said how crucial the upcoming Midwest road trip would be.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / January 12

Miami Heat Urged to Trade for Ja Morant After Bam Adebayo Disrespect

Bam Adebayo has been the center of all the plans at the Miami Heat. He is a household name, and many believe that his leadership would bring them a championship.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 12

NBA reschedules postponed Heat-Bulls game to Jan. 29

The game between the Miami Heat and host Chicago Bulls that was postponed last Thursday due to a wet court has been rescheduled for Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 12

Is trading Tyler Herro for Ja Morant a risk worth taking?

The Miami Heat have seen seven years of Tyler Herro, seven years of growth, and many high moments. A sixth man of the year, an All-Star appearance, a breakout playoff performance in the bubble, and many other moments.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 12

Heat stuck with Terry Rozier deal as NBA awaits evidence

The Heat are unable to terminate Terry Rozier’s contract at this time, and it has little to do with cap math. According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the NBA has not been granted access to the evidence that will be used in the federal case involving Rozier.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / January 11

Erik Spoelstra Highlights Heat’s Resilience Issues After Loss To Thunder

The Miami Heat suffered a tough 124-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. Despite putting up an impressive fight early on, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra noted how Miami’s disappearance in the second half could hint at deeper issues within the unit.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 11

Miami wastes a sublime shooting display from Wiggins vs the Thunder

The Miami Heat have lost their 3rd straight game after falling to the NBA’s best Oklahoma City Thunder. Miami played an excellent first half, but the Thunder turned it up in the second half to pull away and win by a final score of 124 – 112.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 11

The Miami Heat's early scoring shifts and the captain's struggles continue in loss to Thunder

Coming off the worst loss of the season, the Heat had to try and bounce back against the Oklahoma City Thunder on the backend of the back to back. Norman Powell was ruled out prior to this game with lower back soreness, while Tyler Herro was upgraded from questionable to available.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 11

Bam Adebayo cites ‘process’ with Heat’s new starting lineup after losing to lowly Pacers

Though the Miami Heat have been the healthiest the team has been in a while, especially with the recent return of star guard Tyler Herro, the enthusiasm would come to a screeching halt with the 123-99 loss to the lowly Indiana Pacers.

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / January 11

Veteran NBA coach has Norman Powell on his All-Star ballot

When a championship‑winning coach speaks plainly about All‑Star merit, the league should listen. Rick Carlisle didn’t hedge, didn’t qualify, and didn’t wait for the conversation to turn convenient.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

NBA News / HITC / January 11

How LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh played a role in Udonis Haslem’s ‘humbling’ Heat experience

Udonis Haslem has reflected on one of the most testing periods of his Miami Heat career, revealing how his time alongside LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh shaped his resilience and leadership after their departure.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 11

Heat culture attacked yet again by former NBA All-Star

The Miami Heat are stuck, stuck in the middle, stuck in a place they can't seem to escape. They won't go all in for a star, won't commit to a rebuild, and are seemingly comfortable just throwing a competetive roster out until the chips fall right.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 11

The Heat's starting five against Thunder, plus key stats as Miami tries to recover

After an embarrassing showing for the Miami Heat in Indiana a night ago, they get right back out there on the floor Sunday night against the reigning NBA champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / January 11

NBA 2K26 Rolls Out New Face Scan Updates—But One Star Is Still Missing

If NBA 2K26 were handing out glow-ups, Patch 4.0 would be the episode where half the cast gets a makeover—and the main character somehow misses the chair.

Tyler Herro News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 10

Tyler Herro exclaims Heat at its ‘healthiest’ after injury woes

While the Miami Heat’s matchup against the Chicago Bulls was postponed due to unplayable court conditions, the team was about to unveil a new starting lineup that hadn’t been in a long while due to the return of star Tyler Herro.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 9

Well-rested Heat return to action vs. Pacers

The Miami Heat received an unexpected rest day ahead of their matchup against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday in Indianapolis. Miami was scheduled to play the host Chicago Bulls on Thursday, but the game was postponed due to moisture and slick conditions on the United Center floor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 9

Three trade destinations for Grizzlies' Ja Morant

Three years ago, it felt like Ja Morant would be a member of the Memphis Grizzlies for life. But after injuries, scandals, disappointing postseasons and a coaching change, the Grizzlies are considering trade offers for their two-time All-Star guard.

Grizzlies reportedly open to trading Ja Morant

Ja Morant linked to one new team amid latest trade report

Suns nail 22 3-pointers to beat Grizzlies, end series skid

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The 'Longest tenured player on each NBA team entering the 2018-19 season' quiz

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 7