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Miami Heat Remain Interested in Klay Thompson

The Miami Heat reportedly remains interested in Dallas Mavericks veteran sharpshooter Klay Thompson. The Heat has also shown some interest in veteran guard Bradley Beal and veteran forward DeMar DeRozan.

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Will the Heat regret the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade?

The Miami Heat made one of the moves of the summer when they acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. This was the move the organization has been looking forward to making for several years now.

Terry Rozier News / EssentiallySports / August 1

Heat Veteran Seeks Dismissal of Gambling Charges With New Evidence Days After Pursuing NBA Comeback

Two wide-ranging FBI investigations into illegal sports betting and Mafia-backed rigged poker games led to 37 total arrests across 11 states. Among the defendants is Terry Rozier, who is accused of leaking insider information and more to benefit an illegal sports betting ring.

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Wire / July 31

Scout: DeMar DeRozan would be better fit than Klay Thompson for Heat

The Heat continue to be linked to Klay Thompson. Not everyone believes he’s the best remaining option. According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, one longtime NBA scout believes Miami would be better off pursuing DeMar DeRozan if the Heat are looking to add another veteran scorer before the season.

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Zach Lavine News / Miami Heat on SI / July 31

Zach LaVine Could Be the Miami Heat's Next Big Addition

The Miami Heat still have at least two roster spots to fill before NBA training camp begins in September. They have not made a significant move yet, despite several notable veteran free agents still available.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s

An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / July 31

Terry Rozier points to text message in bid to dismiss federal charges

Terry Rozier‘s legal team believes a six-word text message could change the direction of the federal gambling case against the veteran NBA guard. According

Andrew Wiggins News / Miami Heat on SI / July 31

Heat losing out on LeBron may be best thing to happen to Andrew Wiggins

The Miami Heat really wanted LeBron James, so anyone who says otherwise or that they currently feel they would be better off without him isn’t being truthful.

Bobby Portis News / Miami Heat on SI / July 30

Bobby Portis Was Meant to Play for the Miami Heat

When the Miami Heat traded for Giannis Antetokounmpo, they also brought along his teammate Bobby Portis. Portis is an 11-year pro, NBA Champion, and former sixth man of the year contender who is coming off of a 13.7 point, uber-efficient three-point shooting season (45.6%).

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 30

Tim Hardaway Sr. rips Tyler Herro to shreds for Bam Adebayo trash talk

It’s been an extremely hectic time for the Miami Heat. First, they acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo. Then, now Milwaukee Bucks player Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo got into a scuffle during the NBA Summer League.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Giannis in Miami: What Norman Powell's Exit Changes for His Fantasy Outlook

When Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to the Miami Heat, the fantasy conversation centered on one question. Would sharing the floor with Bam Adebayo hurt his numbers?

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 30

The Miami Heat should be better in THIS area next season

For most of the past several years, Miami Heat basketball has required patience. A lot of patience. Possessions often became an excruciating exercise in precision.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 30

How Long is Miami's Championship Window?

If you ask the members of the Miami Heat, both players and staff, they will tell you that they are ready to win now, and they are. The Miami Heat pushed all in for Giannis Antetokonmpo, pairing him with long-time captain Bam Adebayo.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / July 30

'Hope I Left a Good Impression': Miami Heat Star Announces Retirement After Just 10 NBA Seasons

Usually, fans and pundits measured NBA careers by championships, All-Star appearances, and records. Josh Richardson had a unique philosophy. As the former Miami Heat guard announced his retirement after 10 professional seasons, he didn’t highlight his stats or accolades.

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Dwyane Wade News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 30

Dwyane Wade sends powerful message after ex-Heat teammate retires at 32

NBA legend Dwyane Wade recently grabbed attention after revealing that Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James was not his favorite teammate. Wade named Udonis Haslem, whom he played with for 15 years.

Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Former Heat leading scorer announces his retirement at age 32

Rook 2 is ready to hang up his sneakers. Veteran NBA swingman Josh Richardson announced in a post to social media on Wednesday night that he is retiring from basketball.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Hoops Wire / July 29

Giannis Antetokounmpo says leaving Bucks for Heat was about getting out of comfort zone

Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t leave the Bucks because he was looking for something easier. Quite the opposite. In a behind-the-scenes YouTube video documenting his first day with the Heat, Antetokounmpo explained that after 13 seasons with the Bucks, he felt it was time to challenge himself in a completely new environment.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

Revamped Miami Heat roster still in missing piece limbo after LeBron news

As details over how LeBron James came to choose the Philadelphia 76ers make the rounds, those jilted at the altar have no choice but to make other arrangements to fill out their rosters prior to training camp. The Cleveland Cavaliers have already signed Mario Hezonja, which could provide a massive boost or wind up being a nothing burger.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

Predicting the Miami Heat's Scorers After Giannis

The Miami Heat will enter next season with a very different roster after pulling off one of their biggest offseasons in franchise history. The scoring hierarchy will look different now that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be leading the way.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 29

Rich Paul sets record straight on thinking LeBron James would pick Heat

The Miami Heat seemed to be the perfect place for LeBron James to play when he was on the market. After all, it was in South Beach where he won two championships (2012, 2013) and helped usher in the era of the superteam.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / July 29

NBA 2K27 Gameplay Trailer: Everything Revealed

We got our first glimpse of NBA 2K gameplay and while there's some cool stuff in the trailer, we're all so spoiled at this point, the initial reveal just doesn't carry the same wow effect that it did 10-12 years ago.

Bam Adebayo News / Hoops Rumors / July 28

Adebayo “Excited For The Season” After Giannis Trade

The Heat landed one of the league’s premier players and struck out in their pursuit of another this offseason. Heat center Bam Adebayo remains excited about next season with the addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo, even though LeBron James chose to join the Sixers, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.

Bobby Portis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28