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Bam Adebayo reveals how Heat can get out of 8th seed purgatory

With the Miami Heat facing the Chicago Bulls in a back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday night, the two teams faced off on Thursday, leading to a 116-113 win.

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Heat’s nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario as blockbuster rumors fly

Ambition and impatience are strange bedfellows. If the Miami Heat aren’t careful, they’ll soon find out how dangerus that combination can be. Miami, of course, has never been shy about swinging big.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 30

How the Heat can improve their offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Miami Heat have been preparing for years for this moment to be a possibility. They have been obsessed with the chance to acquire a player like Giannis Antetokounmpo, and it seems to finally be coming to fruition.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 30

Heat’s Norman Powell, Davion Mitchell gets murky updates for Bulls clash

After the Miami Heat lost to the Orlando Magic last Wednesday, the team would bounce back the night after in the 116-113 win over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night.

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NBA News / thePeachBasket / January 30

Norman Powell Drops 21 as Heat Edge Bulls 116-113 in Thrilling Chicago Finish

In a closely contested matchup at the United Center, the Miami Heat emerged victorious against the Chicago Bulls, clinching a 116-113 win. The game showcased the resilience and skill of both teams, but it was the Heat who ultimately capitalized on key moments to secure their second consecutive victory.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 30

Jaime Jaquez Jr vs Pelle Larsson: Who should the Miami Heat keep out of a Giannis trade?

As the Miami Heat walked into training camp in Boca to begin the season, there were two names that were being pinned up against one another for rotation time: Jaime Jaquez Jr and Pelle Larsson.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / January 30

The Heat take game 1 of 3 straight against the Bulls

The Miami Heat defeated the Chicago Bulls 116 – 113. Miami led comfortably for most of the game, but the Bulls made a furious comeback the ultimately came up shot when they missed the game tying three with just a few seconds left.

Erik Spoelstra News / Hardwood Heroics / January 30

'Just Doing What I Can' – Miami Heat’s Promising Youngster Gets 100% Honest on His Limited Minutes Under Erik Spoelstra

Kel’el Ware made the most of his limited playing time in the Miami Heat’s 116-113 road win over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night. The former 15th overall pick had 12 points, four rebounds, two assists, and two blocks on 4-for-6 shooting from the field in just 12 minutes of action.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Total Pro Sports / January 30

Heat Keep Backup Superstar Plan in Play as Giannis Antetokounmpo Chase Dominates Deadline Focus

The Miami Heat are going all in for the Milwaukee Bucks forward, Giannis Antetokounmpo, ahead of the trade deadline. However, the front office has a plan B if things don’t go their way. As the Heat chase the two-time NBA MVP, they have kept the door open for another superstar if the Bucks refuse to let the deal happen before the deadline.

Jaime Jaquez News / Field Level Media / January 29

Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s late work preserves Heat's win over Bulls

Miami reserve Jaime Jaquez Jr. capped a standout performance with a key assist and a rebound, helping the Heat escape with a 116-113 win over the host Chicago Bulls on Thursday.

Bam Adebayo News / Miami Heat on SI / January 29

Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat escape in Chicago against Bulls

The Heat went up against the Chicago Bulls tonight for one of three match-ups in the next four nights. Tyler Herro and Davion Mitchell remained out for Miami, leaving the same starting lineup of Kasparas Jakucionis, Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins, Pelle Larsson, and Bam Adebayo.

Miami Heat News / thePeachBasket / January 29

There is smoke (trade buzz) in Miami

There is smoke (trade buzz) in Miami for Giannis Antetokoumpo. The Twitterverse has popped out with smoke. One tweet said they saw Giannis, Pat Riley, Andy Ellisburg, Bam Adebayo and Udonis Haslem at the Rusty Pelican restaurant in Key Biscayne.

Kel'el Ware News / Miami Heat on SI / January 29

Kel'el Ware's current role, plus the Heat's biggest key to taking down Chicago

Get ready to learn the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls. Three of the next four nights will include these two teams going head to head, in a pretty unprecedented collection of games with the same two squads.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 29

Warriors eyeing trade for an All-Star ahead of deadline

With Stephen Curry entering the back end of his career and their championship window closing, it might be time to get creative and swing for the fences.

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Miami Heat News / HITC / January 29

The reason Giannis Antetokounmpo ‘isn’t feeling’ Pat Riley and the Miami Heat amid trade rumors

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s hesitation toward the Miami Heat has less to do with basketball fit and more to do with leadership and culture inside the organization.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 29

Heat intend to tighten up defensively in series of clashes vs. Bulls

Miami and Chicago will get closely acquainted in the coming days, as the Bulls host the Heat on Thursday in the first of three straight matchups between the Eastern Conference counterparts.

Ja Morant News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

Ja Morant to Miami Buzz Heats Up as Bigger Superstar Domino Looms

Out of all the NBA superstars whose trade will make some significant noise, Ja Morant is undoubtedly one of them. Playing for the Memphis Grizzlies at the moment, his rift with the team has reached a boiling point.

Norman Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Heat’s Norman Powell sends urgent message after another Magic loss: ‘We can’t keep making excuses’

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat in a crucial stretch ahead of the All-Star break, especially coming off a brutal five-game road trip that had them play all of that in seven days, Wednesday’s contest against the Orlando Magic was a vital one.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Erik Spoelstra urges Heat players to disregard ‘bunch of BS’ trade rumors

With the Miami Heat linked to Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, the team is still playing games amidst all the noise.

Andrew Wiggins News / Hoops Rumors / January 28

Warriors, Heat Have Discussed Andrew Wiggins

The Warriors and Heat have had conversations about the possibility of a trade that would send forward Andrew Wiggins back to Golden State, according to reports from Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link) and Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / January 27

EXCLUSIVE: Rashad McCants Explains How The Business of Basketball Doesn’t Favor Players Such as Norman Powell

It’s easy for the casual fan to be oblivious to just how good NBA players are. Despite this, the harsh reality is that not every player will be able to be a star, no matter how talented they are.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / January 27

Heat linked to stars again, but no big move feels imminent

The Heat are back in their favorite lane again. Floating in star rumors. Loitering near blockbuster talk. Being casually mentioned alongside names like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant, because of course they are.

Miami Heat News / thePeachBasket / January 26

Are the Heat eternally play-in bound?

Are the Heat play-in bound? They have a similar record now as they did last season. A running joke is that Miami, Chicago and Atlanta will all meet again in the play-in tournament (as they do every year.) For the last three seasons, it is true, check the stats.

Andrew Wiggins News / NBA Analysis Network / January 26

The Heat have 10 days to trade Andrew Wiggins or risk losing him for nothing. Here’s why it matters

The NBA trade deadline hits February 5, and the Miami Heat have a decision to make on Andrew Wiggins. With his player option looming and Miami stuck in play-in territory for the fourth straight year, waiting isn’t a strategy anymore.

Tyler Herro News / Hoops Wire / January 24

Heat’s trade deadline may hinge on Tyler Herro’s health

The Heat are creeping toward the trade deadline with more questions than answers, and Tyler Herro’s health may end up driving everything, writes Ira Winderman of the Sun Sentinel.