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Why Is Jaime Jaquez Jr Not Playing Tonight? Miami Heat vs Pistons Starting Line-Up Revealed

The Miami Heat received unfortunate news ahead of their matchup against the Detroit Pistons today: Jaime Jaquez Jr. will be sitting out tonight’s game due to a groin injury.

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With one high level Heat scorer out, opportunity rises for one guy

As the first seeded Detroit Pistons get set to tip-off in Miami in less than two hours, the Heat's rotation may look slightly different than it did on Wednesday night.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 29

The return of the Miami Heat's ultimate marksman

Among the many, many rags-to-riches-and-respect success stories the Miami Heat have had during the coaching tenure of Erik Spoelstra, two stand out. One emerged as the franchise's all-time leading rebounder -- for now -- and its long-time captain.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / November 29

Heat's Norman Powell, Tyler Herro continue learning experience vs. Pistons

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra has a pleasant dilemma -- finding enough minutes for all of his productive players. The Heat carry a six-game winning streak into their home game against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.

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The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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Duncan Robinson News / NBA Analysis Network / November 29

Duncan Robinson takes shot at Miami Heat’s culture ahead of his return

For the first time in his career, Duncan Robinson will play against the Miami Heat. For the past seven seasons, Duncan Robinson had remained one of the most reliable sharpshooters for the Miami Heat.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / November 28

One huge Miami Heat x-factor to defending the Detroit Pistons in East battle

The match-up on Saturday night between the Miami Heat and Detroit Pistons is more than just a homecoming game for one specific sharpshooter. The number one seed vs the number three seed in the Eastern Conference is quite the draw.

Nikola Jovic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28

Nikola Jovic uses himself as example to describe Heat’s roster depth

With the Miami Heat taking on Duncan Robinson and the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night, it will be the second straight game where the team is entirely healthy.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 28

More help on the way for the Miami Heat?

As if the Miami Heat offense needs any more octane. The team is in the top five in scoring and pace since the start of its stunning 2025-26 season, and

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Erik Spoelstra Makes 'Strange' Admission on Ex-Heat Player Duncan Robinson

Erik Spoelstra used to coach Duncan Robinson He now plays for Detroit The Pistons will face the Heat on Saturday Duncan Robinson was a culture building player for coach Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat franchise during his seven seasons on South Beach, and has since taken his talents to Detroit to play for coach J.B.

Josh Christopher News / Hoops Rumors / November 28

Former first-rounder Josh Christopher rejoins Heat’s G League affiliate

Free agent Josh Christopher has signed a G League contract and has been reacquired by the Miami Heat‘s affiliate team, the Sioux Falls Skyforce announced in a press release.

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Erik Spoelstra News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

Breaking down exactly how Erik Spoelstra has transformed the Miami Heat in 2025-26

The Miami Heat weren’t supposed to be a top team in the East during the 2025-26 season. Many people felt the Miami Heat were going to take a step back this season and possibly even commit to a rebuild.

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / November 28

Calling Erik Spoelstra 'One of the Greatest Coaches Ever,' LeBron James Gives Props to Miami’s New Offensive System

It has been a really unique 2025-26 season has been in South Beach. Miami Heat have completely reconstructed their offensive identity to start the year; a far cry from their days of not being an offensive dud.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 28

Key Miami Heat player may miss clash with Pistons

Whenever Miami Heat fans begin to worry about how Erik Spoelstra will squeeze all available players into the rotation, someone typically becomes unavailable.

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Tyler Herro News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28

Heat’s Tyler Herro details ‘process’ of ramping up after lengthy injury absence

MIAMI – With Miami Heat star Tyler Herro making his return from injury last Monday in the win over the Dallas Mavericks, he performed as if he hadn’t missed time, continuing the production in Wednesday’s victory against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 27

The most promising part of the Miami Heat's start

If the Miami Heat were trying to qualify for the college football playoff, they'd be in pretty good shape. We know that strength of schedule is supposed to matter there, and in that department, Miami would catch some attention.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Why Heat’s Erik Spoelstra doesn’t take Kel’el Ware ‘for granted’

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat showcasing a fully healthy roster in Wednesday’s 106-103 NBA Cup group win over the Milwaukee Bucks, there were massive changes to the starting lineup and bench rotations.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / November 27

Erik Spoelstra reaches major milestone with Heat win

The Miami Heat's 106-103 win over the Milwaukee Bucks was far more than just any normal victory.

Erik Spoelstra had no idea why Heat players drenched him in the locker room

Tyler Herro's return makes Heat legitimate threat in the East

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

Stan Van Gundy News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

Stan Van Gundy says two Miami Heat players are not a ‘natural fit’, nobody is scared of them

Despite a 12-6 start to the season, the Miami Heat have a troubling starting lineup problem. It’s safe to say that the Miami Heat have shocked many with their early-season form as they already have a 12-6 record, even with Tyler Herro playing in just a single game.

Terry Rozier News / The SportsRush / November 26

Gambling Insider Sides With Terry Rozier Amid ‘Illegal’ $14,000 Prop Bet Scheme

The FBI had its eyes set on NBA personalities tied to gambling, and Terry Rozier was one of the first to be arrested. Last month, he was taken into custody for allegedly being involved in illegal gambling and betting schemes that leaked sensitive information outside relevant circles.

Norman Powell News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Heat Announce Norman Powell News on Tuesday

The Miami Heat are off to a strong start in the 2025–26 season, riding a five-game winning streak. A major reason for their early emergence as an Eastern Conference contender has been offseason trade addition Norman Powell.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / November 25

Tyler Herro's return makes Heat legitimate threat in the East

After his first game of the season, Tyler Herro admitted he had "a long way to go" to get back to his All-Star form. He was still good enough to score 24 points as the Miami Heat won their fifth straight game.

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