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Heat’s Erik Spoelstra highlights ‘big time’ improvement from Kel’el Ware

With the Miami Heat beating the Chicago Bulls, 143-107, with the blowout taking place in the NBA Cup group stage, there were many contributions on Friday night.

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Massive mistake for Clippers equals monumental addition for Miami Heat

Heading into the offseason, it was very clear that the Miami Heat needed a significant addition to bolster their struggling offense and another star to

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 22

The ‘dedicated’ Heat player that soared in extended minutes in win vs. Bulls

In the Miami Heat’s blowout win over the Chicago Bulls, 143-107, the team got a huge victory in regard to the quest to capture the NBA Cup as part of the league’s in-season tournament.

LaMelo Ball News / Total Apex Sports / November 22

Miami Heat Urged To Pursue LaMelo Ball At The Trade Deadline

As the Miami Heat continue to build momentum in the Eastern Conference, a new trade possibility has emerged that could elevate the team to true contender status.

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Norman Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 22

Heat’s Norman Powell has outlook on groin injury scare after routing Bulls

While the Miami Heat are dealing with other injuries to some players, such as Andrew Wiggins, the team almost went through another scare on Friday night with their leading scorer, Norman Powell.

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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?

Bam Adebayo News / Miami Heat on SI / November 22

Heat captain may be in historical class of his own on defense

If anyone needs a good example of “stay ready so you don’t have to get ready,” look over here: The Miami Heat’s team captain, Bam Adebayo, is two games

NBA News / thePeachBasket / November 22

Heat scored 143 on Chicago

The Heat scored 141 on Chicago and beat them by 36 points tonight. After last season, the Bulls dominated Miami in the regular season. The Heat beat them in the play-in tournament, but the Bulls looked every part the better team.

Jimmy Butler News / HITC / November 22

Jimmy Butler-less Miami Heat are offensive juggernauts, matching last seven seasons tally after just 16 games

The Miami Heat are proving their critics wrong with their early-season form in the 2025-26 NBA season. When the Miami Heat traded Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors last season, many expected the team to struggle in the Eastern Conference this campaign.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 22

Can this get better? Signs still pointing to Monday for Miami Heat star

The Miami Heat are rolling. They've sped, quite literally, through an extraordinarily challenging opening stretch of the schedule with a 10-6 record, and after a road tilt in Philadelphia on Sunday, the challenges ease a bit.

Kel'el Ware News / Miami Heat on SI / November 22

Miami's depth, Kel'el Ware highlight the Heat report card in Chicago

The Miami Heat rolled past the Chicago Bulls in route to their 10th win in the NBA season and now sit with a 2-1 record in NBA cup games. Even with below standard performances from Norman Powell and Bam Adebayo, the Miami Heat put up 143 points in their 36-point win over the Bulls Kel'el Ware put together another complete game in Chicago.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / November 21

Norman Powell, Kel’el Ware lead Heat in rout over Bulls

Kel'el Ware posted a double-double of 20 points and 14 rebounds and Norman Powell scored 19 points as the Miami Heat routed the host Chicago Bulls 143-107 on Friday.

Kel'el Ware News / Miami Heat on SI / November 21

Kel'el Ware bringing two-way impact, a certain Miami Heat energizer and other takeaways from blowout of Bulls

The Miami Heat faced off against the Chicago Bulls on Friday night, as their third in-season tournament game was underway. The Heat weren't just without Tyler Herro and Nikola Jovic, as reliable starter Andrew Wiggins was ruled out a day ago.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 21

Everyone suddenly jumping on the Miami Heat bandwagon

This isn't necessarily a good sign. Ever since all the outsized, outlandish, soap opera style coverage of the Miami Heat's post-"Decision" Big Three era of 2010-2014, Heat fans have had considerable skepticism about the national media, ESPN most of all.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21

Erik Spoelstra’s ‘encouraged’ Heat outlook on Andrew Wiggins’ hip injury

After the Miami Heat got back Bam Adebayo from injury in the win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night, having missed the six games prior with a toe injury, the team is dealing with more injuries for its two-game road trip.

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NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / November 21

What the Miami Heat need to watch out for against the frisky Chicago Bulls

Pace-off: This game will almost undoubtedly be run at a blistering fast pace. As has been well-documented, the Heat lead the league in pace. The Bulls also like to push the tempo, ranking third in possessions played.

Andrew Wiggins News / Miami Heat on SI / November 21

One clear Miami Heat defensive move, the lineup answer without Wiggins and more Heat-Bulls keys

The NBA cup continues on Friday night, as the Heat look to move to 2-1 in their bracket in Chicago against the Bulls. The Heat's injury report got a new addition, since while Tyler Herro and Nikola Jovic remain out again tonight, Andrew Wiggins is also sitting out which leaves Miami a little thin on the wings.

Miami Heat News / Hardwood Heroics / November 21

'I Was Sleeping on Them' – Miami Heat Draws Eye-Opening Apology From Former NBA Champion Amid Winning Run

The Miami Heat improved to a 9-6 record to start their 2025-26 NBA campaign, following a 110-96 win against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. What makes their start commendable is the fact that they’re 7-1 at home thus far.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 20

Kendrick Perkins puts Clippers on blast for Norman Powell trade that has transformed Heat

The Los Angeles Clippers’ three-team trade with the Utah Jazz that sent Norman Powell to the Miami Heat was a critical mistake, according to ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 20

Miami to be without three key players, including a surprise, in Chicago

The Miami Heat announced that three key players will not travel with them to Chicago. The Miami Heat have navigated the beginning of the season with numerous injuries to other key players not listed above.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / November 20

Heat expect Tyler Herro back Monday vs. Mavericks

Tyler Herro is finally close. The Heat guard is targeting Monday’s game against the Mavericks for his season debut as he wraps up his recovery from ankle surgery, per Tim Reynolds of the AP.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA Analysis Network / November 20

Bam Adebayo shares his message to Kel’el Ware that helped Miami Heat teammate ‘figure it out’

In a wide-open Eastern Conference, the Miami Heat have seized the initiative to bounce back from a disappointing season last year. The Miami Heat have a 9-6 record, and members of their young core have stepped up to replace Jimmy Butler’s scoring.

Miami Heat News / Total Apex Sports / November 20

Miami Heat Grind Out Ugly, Necessary Win Over Depleted Warriors 110-96

Sometimes, basketball is a symphony. The ball moves, the nets snap, and the rhythm is undeniable. Tonight was not that night for the Miami Heat, where the game looked less like a symphony and more like a street fight in a phone booth.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / November 20

Heat's Tyler Herro targeting season debut soon

Tyler Herro is nearing his return from the ankle surgery that has kept him sidelined since September, and is targeting the Miami Heat‘s matchup Monday against the Mavericks for his return date, reports the AP’s Tim Reynolds (via X).

Bam Adebayo News / Field Level Media / November 19

Bam Adebayo returns to help Heat take down short-handed Warriors

Norman Powell led a late charge to cap a 25-point night, Bam Adebayo returned from a six-game absence to contribute 20 points and the Miami Heat took advantage of a road-weary and short-handed Golden State Warriors club to pull out a 110-96 home victory Wednesday night.

Bam Adebayo News / Hoops Rumors / November 19