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LeBron James News / Miami Heat on SI / July 3

LeBron James Winning One Final Ring With Miami Heat Ends GOAT Debate

LeBron James is officially a free agent, and the Miami Heat are hoping that he will end his storybook career with the team that helped him win his first two NBA championships.

LeBron James News / Miami Heat on SI / July 3

The West Teams that Could Steal LeBron James from the Miami Heat

LeBron James is once again the most prized free agent in the NBA. This is not an unusual place for him as he most famously joined the Miami Heat in arguably the greatest and most publicized free agent signing in the league’s history.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3

Rich Paul makes strong Heat argument amid LeBron James free agency

With the Miami Heat’s new pairing of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo after making the blockbuster trade for the Milwaukee Bucks star, the team is not done yet in building its roster, with possible room for a big reunion.

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Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3

Giannis-Bam Adebayo pairing gets ‘best frontcourt in NBA’ claim from Heat teammate

With the Miami Heat trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis Jr. in a blockbuster deal, the basketball world is still reacting to the news, including the supporting cast on the team itself.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / July 3

What to Watch on Miami Heat's Summer League Team

The California Classic kicks off at 8PM EST today Friday, July 3rd. The tournament runs through July 7th before everyone scurries to Las Vegas for the 2026 NBA Summer League July 9th-19th.

Tim Hardaway Jr. News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '220-3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to drain at least 220 triples in a single season can you name in eight minutes?

Tim Hardaway News / EssentiallySports / July 3

'Love Him to Death': Tim Hardaway Sr. Hands Rude Awakening to Son After Miami Heat Move

Devin Booker recently made headlines by changing his jersey number from No. 1 to No. 15 to honor his father, Melvin Booker. After joining the Miami Heat, Tim Hardaway Jr.

Nikola Jovic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3

Nikola Jovic dominates at FIBA World Cup qualifiers as Heat eye trade

Serbia scored its first win in the third window of the FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers after blowing out Switzerland, 97-73, at BCF Arena in Fribourg on Friday, with Miami Heat’s Nikola Jovic delivering an impressive performance.

Tim Hardaway News / Miami Heat on SI / July 2

Tim Hardaway Sr. won't share something with his son, the latest Heat pickup

The Hardaway name is officially returning to South Florida, but the iconic number attached to it is staying exactly where it is. After agreeing to a one-year, $6.5 million contract with the Miami Heat in free agency, guard Tim Hardaway Jr.

Tim Hardaway Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 3

Father knows best: Tim Hardaway Sr. denies son's request

Hardaway is proud that the Miami Heat retired his No. 10. So proud that he won't even let his own son wear it.

Reports: Heat F Andrew Wiggins opts in, signs extension

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / July 2

One detail made Giannis Antetokounmpo reject the Celtics at the last minute

It's still too early to tell how things will go down, but for now, there are valid reasons to believe the Celtics dropped the ball with their latest decisions.

Giannis Antetokounmpo could reunite with former All-Star teammate in Miami

Celtics undergoing confusing revamp with Jaylen Brown trade

Celtics rejected offers for Jayson Tatum before dealing Jaylen Brown

Jaylen Brown's big shots at Joel Embiid resurface after 76ers trade

Important piece of Knicks championship joining Eastern Conference rival

Celtics botch Jaylen Brown trade with catastrophic 76ers deal

Jaylen Brown News / Miami Heat on SI / July 2

Should the Heat be worried after the Jaylen Brown trade?

In a trade that few, if anyone, saw coming the NBA has been shaken up once again. Two of the Miami Heat’s biggest rivals have paired up to shake up the league with a blockbuster trade.

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Tim Hardaway News / Fadeaway World / July 2

Tim Hardaway Sr. Refuses To Let His Son Wear Iconic No. 10 With The Miami Heat

Things seem to be coming full circle for Tim Hardaway Sr., as his son, Tim Hardaway Jr., signed a one-year, $6.5 million deal with the Miami Heat in free agency.

Bradley Beal News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Heat Have Been In Contact With Bradley Beal

As the Heat look to continue adding shooting to complement their star frontcourt of Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo, they have been in touch with the representatives for veteran guard Bradley Beal, according to Barry Jackson and Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.

Ryan Conwell News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Heat Sign Ryan Conwell To Three-Year Contract

The Heat have formally signed second-round pick Ryan Conwell, the team announced today in a press release. According to Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun Sentinel (Twitter link), Conwell signed a three-year contract that starts at the rookie minimum (about $1.36MM) and is fully guaranteed for the first season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1

Bulls turn massive cap space into mediocre return

When the Chicago Bulls traded away veterans for minimal returns over the last 18 months, the strategy did give them massive cap space this summer. The team didn't do much with it.

New contract details show Warriors got steal with Kristaps Porzingis

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LeBron James considering big move for potential final season

Kawhi Leonard slated to return to former team after blockbuster trade

Were there ulterior motives behind the Leonard trade?

Norman Powell News / FortyEightMinutes / July 1

Norman Powell Leaves Heat For Bulls On Two-Year Deal

Norman Powell is headed to Chicago. The free agent guard has agreed to a two-year, $45MM deal with the Bulls, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Powell joins Chicago as a potent scorer fresh off an All-Star season in Miami, having averaged nearly 22 points over the past two years.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / July 1

LeBron James prepared to make notable financial decision as he explores options in free agency

James informed the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday that he will not return to the team for his 24th NBA season.

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Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30

Heat agree to deal with sharpshooter to kick off NBA free agency

The NBA free agency negotiation period began on Tuesday, and the Miami Heat wasted no time agreeing to terms with a much-needed shooter. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Heat have agreed to terms with Tim Hardaway Jr.