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Mock Trade Sends Heat's Andrew Wiggins to Trail Blazers for 2-Time Champion

It has been a busy offseason thus far for the Miami Heat as they have made multiple moves to upgrade their roster after missing the playoffs last season.

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Heat legend Dwyane Wade reveals the biggest challenge of leading the NBA in scoring

Being the leading scorer on a team can be quite the tall task. Being the scoring champion for an entire season against the best scorers in the league is a different story, something that Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade successfully pulled off during one campaign.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 7

Game On! Miami Heat's Udonis Haslem and Bam Adebayo Put Heat Culture to the Test

If there is any relationship that epitomizes "Heat Culture", it's the relationship between Udonis Haslem and Bam Adebayo. The duo have had a tight bond since Bam entered the league in 2017.

Davion Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 7

Heat’s Davion Mitchell draws literal lines in the sand with bold 2026-27 goal

The Miami Heat look like a team worth rooting for in the 2026-27 NBA season. The team finally landed Giannis Antetokounmpo after almost a year of anticipation.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 7

How the Miami Heat's Defense Can Be Terrifying This Season

Everyone is going to talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo and what he does for the Miami Heat offensively. I get it, you don't add a player like Giannis and then not spend most of the offseason talking about how he's going to change your team.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / September 6

Southeast Division: Heat Point Guards, Heat Projections, Hawks Offseason, Magic Streaming Rights

The Heat need to monitor their point guard depth, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel opines in his latest mailbag. While Davion Mitchell is deserving of the starting job, there are legitimate questions regarding projected backup Dru Smith and two-way player Tre Donaldson on a team seeking to be a contender.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 6

Klay Thompson is all about his new Heat nickname, as he should be

Recently, the Miami Heat made headlines when it was announced that they would be signing free agent wing Klay Thompson to a contract following his buyout with the Dallas Mavericks.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / September 6

Heat quietly built one of the most underrated veteran duos this offseason

The addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo will dominate the headlines, but another piece of offseason work might just determine how far the Heat can go in 2026-27.

NBA keeps making it harder for longtime fans to simply watch basketball

Kings beat out two NBA teams to sign Ben Simmons

NBA extension season is here, and numbers only tell part of the story

The 'NBA Playoffs scoring leaders' quiz

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 6

Miami Heat Positional Season Preview: The Centers

The Miami Heat added Nick Richards to address a lack of depth in their frontcourt. While the Heat have plenty of wings and forwards, they only have two (true) centers, and even their starting center isn't a traditional one.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 5

Miami Heat Season Preview: The Power Forwards

The Miami Heat are getting closer to the start of training camp and with that means the roster is getting closer to finalized. This allows for more clarity on each players role and what to look for them to do.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 5

Every Jersey Number Retired by The Miami Heat, and Who Should Be Next

Miami Heat basketball has been built around stars, championships and a culture that has helped define the franchise. The rafters at Kaseya Center reflect that history, with legends such as Dwyane Wade, Alonzo Mourning and Chris Bosh honored for their contributions to the organization.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / September 4

What Giannis Antetokounmpo Must Do To Win MVP With Miami Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo is fifth in ESPN's preseason MVP voting, and I'll be honest, I think people might be overlooking just how good his situation in Miami could be.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 4

The 3 stories that will define the Miami Heat's training camp

With the new season inching closer and closer, storylines for each team are starting to take shape. The teams are getting finalized, so it is easier to project rotations and the stature of a team.

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The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / September 4

Pelle Larsson can do something no Heat player has since 1997

Pelle Larsson has captivated the hearts of many Miami Heat fans and for good reasons. He has displayed how versatile he can be and how he directly translates to winning.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / September 4

Mychal Thompson Gives Klay Thompson One Warning About Playing For Pat Riley And Erik Spoelstra

Mychal Thompson thinks his son, Klay Thompson, is the exact veteran that the Miami Heat should value. But he still gave one very important warning before he starts life under Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 4

Miami Heat Season Preview: The Point Guards

The Miami Heat's roster has plenty of talent, but the point guard position could quietly become one of the most important areas to watch during the 2026-27 season.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 3

The Heat's Defensive Stalwarts are Ranked Wrong

The Miami Heat having two legitimate Defensive Player of the Year candidates shouldn't surprise anybody. ESPN recently released its predictions for the award, and Giannis Antetokounmpo finished second in the poll while Bam Adebayo tied for fourth.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 3

Heat’s two-way signee gets real on taking significant pay cut

With the recent moves of the Heat signing Klay Thompson and center Nick Richards, another transaction was Keshad Johnson being given the third two-way contract.

Nick Richards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 3

Nick Richards sends warning to NBA after signing with Heat

After the Miami Heat signed star Klay Thompson to fill the priority of three-point shooting on Aug. 23, the team shortly after addressed another need in the frontcourt.

Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3

Klay Thompson wants to break a Heat record

The Miami Heat signed Klay Thompson for one reason and one reason only — for his shooting. Thompson is looking to provide that for the new-look Miami squad, and he wants to do it in historic fashion.

Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

Victor Oladipo is being linked to 1 team in rumors

Victor Oladipo’s persistence may end up paying off. The Miami Heat are monitoring the former NBA All-Star guard Oladipo’s comeback efforts, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reported on Wednesday.

Miami Heat News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

Victor Oladipo Nears NBA Return, With The Miami Heat Emerging As Frontrunners

Victor Oladipo wants another shot to play in the NBA. A couple of months ago, the former two-time All-Star held a pro day. Several scouts and team executives were in attendance as Oladipo showcased his talents.

Keshad Johnson News / Hoops Rumors / August 27

Heat Signing Keshad Johnson To Two-Way Contract

The Heat plan to sign free agent forward Keshad Johnson to a two-way contract, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Johnson, who spent four seasons with San Diego State prior to transferring to Arizona for his “super senior” season in 2023/24, went undrafted a couple years ago.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / August 27

Heat, Nick Richards agree to one-year deal

The Heat had another roster spot to fill. Nick Richards apparently was their guy all along. Richards has agreed to a one-year contract with Miami, according to ESPN.