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The Heat have fallen back to being average

As the halfway point of the NBA season continues to get closer, we are starting to figure out what teams true identities are. Unfortunately for the Miami Heat their identity is seemingly more like an average team than the excellent team they started the season as.

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Heat’s Bam Adebayo subtly shouts out A’ja Wilson for helping him out of offensive slump vs. Suns

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat are amidst an inconsistent season, looking to turn their season around, Wednesday could be a great starting point after snapping a three-game skid and beating the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night, 127-121.

Davion Mitchell News / EssentiallySports / January 14

What Happened to Davion Mitchell? Heat Star Exits to Locker Room vs Suns After Injury

The Miami Heat snapped their three-game losing streak and recorded their 21st win of the season. However, the big night was soured by a concerning update about their starting guard.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 14

Suns' Dillon Brooks delivers another poorly timed flagrant foul

For a player who has helped the Suns so much with his 21.3 points per game and tough defense, Brooks has managed to hurt his team at the worst possible moments.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 14

Miami Heat Hold Off Phoenix Suns

Coming off a brutal three-game skid and a road trip that would make anyone want to hug their own bed, the Heat desperately needed a win. They got it, 127-121, but not without sending the blood pressure of every fan in South Florida through the roof first.

Bam Adebayo News / Field Level Media / January 13

Bam Adebayo's strong closing surge guides Heat past Suns

Bam Adebayo scored 13 consecutive Heat points late in the fourth quarter, leading host Miami to a 127-121 win over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. With the score tied 118-118 and 48.3 seconds left, Miami's Norman Powell made a corner 3-pointer for a lead that the Heat never relinquished.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Heat’s Norman Powell had to be held back from charging at Dillon Brooks

The tension boiled over in the second half between the Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns at Kaseya Center after Norman Powell and Dillon Brooks got into it. Brooks was going for a layup in the third quarter when he and Powell collided.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Erik Spoelstra reveals what’s ‘really hurt’ Heat amidst inconsistent season

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat’s dreadful road trip recently, the team has a great opportunity with a three-game home stand that starts Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / January 13

NBA Insider: Miami Heat have 'a level of interest and are pursuing Ja Morant'

With all the reports linking the Miami Heat to Memphis Grizzlies' star guard Ja Morant, there now seems to be some mutual interest between the two parties, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Ja Morant News / Miami Heat on SI / January 13

Ja Morant is reportedly targeting the Miami Heat

With two-time All-Star Ja Morant reportedly soon to be on the outs with the Memphis Grizzlies, the Miami Heat appear to be a preferred destination of his, according to Sports Illustrated's Rachel Nichols.

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NBA News / The SportsRush / January 13

Miami Heat Likely Not Interested in Ja Morant, Per Zach Lowe

The NBA trade deadline is just over three weeks away, which means the rumor mill is currently working overtime. Contenders will be looking to fortify their rosters for a playoff run, tanking teams will offload players for future assets, and disgruntled stars and teams will just be looking for a change.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / January 13

One Miami Heat player needs a minute bump, plus the X-Factor vs Phoenix Suns

It was a rough road trip for the Miami Heat this past week. An 0-3 record against the Timberwolves, Pacers, and Thunder before heading home to a three game span that doesn't appear easy.

Dwyane Wade News / The SportsRush / January 13

Why Kevin Durant’s Praise of Dwyane Wade’s 2006 Finals Run Meant So Much to Heat Legend

For the past six months or so, the question of who is the better player, Dwyane Wade or James Harden, has been a frequent topic of conversation among basketball fans.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 13

Mixed results for the Heat's key figures at halfway point

We are about halfway through the NBA season, and the Heat sit at 20 – 19 and 8th in the Eastern Conference standings. They started out the season on fire at 14 – 7 but have since looked very mediocre.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 12

NBA reschedules postponed Heat-Bulls game to Jan. 29

The game between the Miami Heat and host Chicago Bulls that was postponed last Thursday due to a wet court has been rescheduled for Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 12

Heat stuck with Terry Rozier deal as NBA awaits evidence

The Heat are unable to terminate Terry Rozier’s contract at this time, and it has little to do with cap math. According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the NBA has not been granted access to the evidence that will be used in the federal case involving Rozier.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / January 11

Erik Spoelstra Highlights Heat’s Resilience Issues After Loss To Thunder

The Miami Heat suffered a tough 124-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. Despite putting up an impressive fight early on, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra noted how Miami’s disappearance in the second half could hint at deeper issues within the unit.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / January 11

NBA 2K26 Rolls Out New Face Scan Updates—But One Star Is Still Missing

If NBA 2K26 were handing out glow-ups, Patch 4.0 would be the episode where half the cast gets a makeover—and the main character somehow misses the chair.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 9

Three trade destinations for Grizzlies' Ja Morant

Three years ago, it felt like Ja Morant would be a member of the Memphis Grizzlies for life. But after injuries, scandals, disappointing postseasons and a coaching change, the Grizzlies are considering trade offers for their two-time All-Star guard.

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Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 7

Heat guarantee Terry Rozier contract for remainder of season

The Heat made a call Wednesday, and it wasn’t a small one. The Heat opted not to waive guard Terry Rozier, according to Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press, which means his full cap hit for the 2025-26 season is now guaranteed.