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Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Why Heat’s 2nd-round trade up is home run after Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster

With the Miami Heat trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster deal, there is no doubt that the team’s work in the offseason isn’t over in building a roster around the star.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Heat rumors: 2 veteran sharpshooter targets to surround Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo

Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially a member of the Miami Heat, but the journey to build a championship roster is not over. Following Miami’s blockbuster trade to obtain the two-time MVP, Pat Riley and his front office face the need to fill several spots around Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo to truly be a contender in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 25

Why LeBron James and the Miami Heat make sense for each other... again

LeBron James should go home — to Miami. He played there only half the time he spent in Los Angeles and seven years fewer than Cleveland, but it’s where he did the most work in the shortest amount of time. Going into year 24, there isn’t much left for him to play for.

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Andrew Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Could Lakers be an option for Andrew Wiggins amid Heat contract questions?

The Los Angeles Lakers have already made some big decisions this offseason, recently signing Austin Reaves on a max contract extension to keep him around long-term.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 25

The solution to the Heat's post-Giannis trade shortage of playmakers

The Miami Heat are back in the fast lane after landing Giannis Antetokounmpo via trade. They should have their best regular season, at least, since 2021-22

Nikola Jovic News / FortyEightMinutes / June 25

Report: Heat Looking To Trade Nikola Jovic

The Miami Heat are now potentially looking to trade Nikola Jović, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer. “It has also been suggested that Miami could

Ryan Conwell News / Miami Heat on SI / June 25

Miami Heat's draft pick Ryan Conwell models his game after these NBA stars

It didn't take long for the Miami Heat to bolster the team's shooting following the trade acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Pat Riley and the Heat organization walked into the second round of the NBA Draft with a singular pick and a singular plan: let's get some scoring and outside shooting.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Stadium Rant / June 25

The Miami Heat Acquire Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, But They Still Aren’t Ready to Compete

After years of missing out on NBA superstars, the Miami Heat have finally managed to capture one, as they traded for two-time MVP (Most Valuable Player) Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 25

Where Do Giannis Antetokounmpo And Bam Adebayo Rank Among The NBA's Top 10 Duos?

The Miami Heat shocked the NBA when they acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason. The trade will pair the two-time MVP with Bam Adebayo to create one of the league's most formidable frontcourt duos.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25

Five NBA second-round picks who could contribute next season

Here are five second-round picks who could make a much bigger impact next season than their draft position suggests.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25

Thunder may have gotten draft's biggest steal in second round

Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder

The 2026 NBA Draft concluded with Wednesday's second round as teams made their final selections in one of the deepest classes in the draft's history. One pick that may have flown a little under the radar was 41st overall selection Otega Oweh.

Thunder trading No. 37 pick to Heat

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Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / June 24

Tre Donaldson To Sign Two-Way Deal With Heat

The Heat have agreed to a two-way deal with undrafted guard Tre Donaldson, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (via Twitter). Donaldson played his senior year in Miami after transferring from Michigan, where he played as a junior.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Miami Heat Make Roster Move After Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade

Pat Riley and the Miami Heat set the agenda for this week's media cycle by trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo on Monday. The blockbuster deal has the Milwaukee Bucks sending Antetokounmpo and forward Bobby Portis to Miami in exchange for a bevy of assets.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / June 24

Heat Trade Up In Second Round, Add Ryan Conwell Via Draft

The Miami Heat added to their backcourt on the second night of the 2026 NBA Draft, trading up to land Louisville guard Ryan Conwell. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Conwell at No.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / June 24

Thunder trading No. 37 pick Ryan Conwell to Heat

The Thunder have moved back four spots in the draft from No. 37 to No. 41, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports (via Twitter) that Oklahoma City is sending the rights to No.

Pelle Larsson News / Hoops Rumors / June 24

Heat Exercise Team Option On Pelle Larsson

The Heat have picked up their $2.3MM team option on Pelle Larsson for the 2026/27 season, the team announced (via Twitter). After being selected in the second round of the 2024 draft, Larssen signed a three-year deal that was non-guaranteed for the upcoming season.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 24

Miami Heat landing Giannis leaves Celtics green with envy

Pat Riley and the Miami Heat organization were able to pull off the blockbuster move to land Giannis Antetokounmpo out bidding one of their biggest rivals the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 24

Klay Thompson, Khris Middleton Emerge As Top Targets For New-Look Heat

Pat Riley and the Miami Heat finally pulled off a blockbuster trade, acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. This move has catapulted the Miami Heat into contention in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24

Why the Celtics have to keep Jaylen Brown at this point

When the Milwaukee Bucks decided to take the Miami's Heat offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo, they left the Boston Celtics stuck standing pat, or at least for the time being.

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