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Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / November 12

Miami Heat Are Showing Interest In Two Veteran Free Agents After Disappointing Start

The Miami Heat entered the 2026-27 season with steep ambitions, only to face a brutal reality just three weeks in. So far, despite a mostly healthy roster, the Heat have been painfully mediocre, sitting 8th in the standings at 5-6.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Bam Adebayo’s wishful thinking goal for rest of Heat’s regular season requires uncomfortable turnaround

After Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra revealed his team’s growth following their five-game road trip out west, Bam Adebayo discussed lofty goals for the 2026-27 season.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Heat’s Klay Thompson makes Stephen Curry comparison for playing with Giannis Antetokounmpo even though they’re totally different

Miami Heat guard Klay Thompson sees an unexpected similarity between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Stephen Curry despite their contrasting playing styles. The four-time champion previously compared their impact on the game, but his latest explanation focuses on something beyond basketball skills.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 12

The Miami Heat Fought to Find Their Rhythm on the Road

The Miami Heat's first major road trip has come and gone and it had just a little bit of everything in it. The blowout loss to start things off against the Lakers.

NBA News / Yardbarker

15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

Bobby Portis News / Scoop B / November 12

Inside the Heat Locker Room: Bobby Portis talks GTA 6, Locker Room Culture and Building Miami’s New Era

When Bobby Portis walks into a room, the energy immediately shifts. Known across the NBA for his relentless motor, high-octane intensity, and fan-favorite passion, the veteran power forward brings an undeniable pulse to every franchise he represents.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Larry Brown Sports / November 11

Notable update emerges on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with Heat

It appears that the Miami Heat can now breathe easy with superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. The 10-time NBA All-Star Antetokounmpo is “likely” to sign a contract extension with the Heat in the coming months, Bobby Marks of ESPN reported this week.

WNBA News

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Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Erik Spoelstra reveals how Heat ‘grew a lot’ after West Coast road trip

While the center of attention around the Miami Heat revolves around Giannis Antetokounmpo and comments from his former Milwaukee Bucks head coach, Doc Rivers, the main focus of the star and team is building on their current level of play.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / November 11

Which of Erik Spoelstra's Road Trip Changes Will Stick

Erik Spoelstra didn't fully push the panic button while the Heat were away from Miami. But he may have grazed it. With his team struggling to stop anyone,

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 / thePeachBasket / November 11

Tim Hardaway Jr. should change his jersey number

Earlier in the pre-season, Heat fans were giddy at the signing of Tim Hardaway Jr. Finally, the son of a former Heat player played professional basketball for the same franchise.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 11

Miami Heat Can Breathe Easy about Giannis's Future, According to Insider

The Heat got its long-awaited whale in a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo on June 22nd, 2026, from the Milwaukee Bucks’. Miami’s season didn’t start off how anyone would have expected but they have clawed their way back to 5-6 after a win against the short-handed Jazz.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo News / EssentiallySports / November 11

Insider Reveals Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Future With Heat Amid Miami’s ‘Danger Zone’ Warning

A year ago, the Heat structured Nikola Jovic’s four-year, $62.4 million extension with a dip in the middle two years. It was a move meant to preserve cap flexibility for the 2027 and 2028 free agent classes, where Giannis Antetokounmpo could be among the prizes.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo clearly doesn’t give a damn about Doc Rivers’ alleged text apology

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo appears uninterested in publicly addressing Doc Rivers’ reported apology after his former Milwaukee Bucks coach criticized his basketball IQ and playing style.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Kevin Garnett puts Bam Adebayo on blast by wondering what the hell he worked on in offseason

Pro basketball Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett has launched a new podcast with Stephen A. Smith called the KG and Stephen A. Smith Show . The podcast is already drawing headlines, as Garnett kept it real about Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo and other notable young bigs, including Evan Mobley and Paolo Banchero.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 11

Recent wins not enough for Miami Heat to bank on

The Utah Jazz were supposed to be a good team, but they’ve won just one of 11 games, and coach Will Hardy’s seat could be on fire. At this point, conquering

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / November 11

Giannis Shines Bright for Heat vs. Shorthanded Jazz

The Heat wrapped up a long west road trip with a win against the short-handed Utah Jazz 115-109. The outcome was never in any serious doubt. The Jazz made it closer than it should have been with some timely three-point shooting by Isaiah Collier and 2nd overall rookie sensation Darryn Peterson.