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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.

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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 / Athlon Sports / July 14

Heat One of Two Teams That Fit Criteria to Get Deal Done for LeBron James

As the NBA offseason heats up, a potential blockbuster trade involving LeBron James is making waves, with the Miami Heat emerging as a prime contender to land the Los Angeles Lakers superstar.

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.

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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.

Pat Riley News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Pat Riley And Ex-Heat Player Had 'Gangsta' Moment Before Press Conference

Former Miami Heat player Michael Beasley is having sort of a rebirth in Ice Cube's Big3 League. He is back in the headlines after his NBA career failed to meet expectations.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 14

Miami Heat's Kel'el Ware Has Fiery Response To Erik Spoelstra Challenge

Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware responded how anyone would after being called out. A day after coach Erik Spoelstra questioned his "professionalism," Ware had a huge game in Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / July 13

Erik Spoelstra Bluntly Calls Out Heat Big Man: 'He Has To Get Better With The Professionalism'

Kel'el Ware had a promising rookie season with the Miami Heat, but head coach Erik Spoelstra isn't too pleased with what he is seeing from the big man lately.

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.