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Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat take care of Jazz on loud offensive night

The Miami Heat were in much need of a win in Utah tonight. With the Phoenix Suns capping off this road trip tomorrow night, the group couldn't be in a position where they're heading home with a 1-4 record at worst case scenario.

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Giannis's injury and how it affects the Miami Heat

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo announced after his game last night that he will be sidelines for multiple weeks with a calf injury. Now this is important because unless you have not had internet for the past 6 months, Antetokounmpo has been constantly on your TV or social media feeds.

Jaime Jaquez News / Miami Heat on SI / January 24

A potential Jaime Jaquez Jr game, three-point shooting discussion and more

The Miami Heat finish off their road trip with a weekend back to back, beginning with the Utah Jazz on Saturday night at 9:30 pm. Tyler Herro and Kel'el Ware remain out for Miami, and it appears Davion Mitchell will be joining them after missing the last game as well.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 24

Two former Miami Heat stalwarts question Giannis's leadership

It's no secret that the Miami Heat covet Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Milwaukee Bucks forward, who is now out again with a calf injury, is the talk of the NBA, due to the possibility that he could more formally request a trade prior to the Feb.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Active 20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Active NBA players with the most 40-point games in a season' quiz

The 'NBA's No. 1 picks turned RoY' quiz

NBA News / The Lead / January 24

What If LeBron Never Left the Heat in 2014? Part 1

In the 2014 NBA offseason, LeBron James decided to take his talents out of South Beach and return to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the team that drafted him in 2003.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Heat’s Bam Adebayo, Norman Powell send urgent message amid concerning January trend

With the Miami Heat looking to finish the current road trip on a good note, it has been one that’s disappointing, with the latest result being a 127-110 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.

Tyler Herro News / Hoops Wire / January 24

Heat’s trade deadline may hinge on Tyler Herro’s health

The Heat are creeping toward the trade deadline with more questions than answers, and Tyler Herro’s health may end up driving everything, writes Ira Winderman of the Sun Sentinel.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / January 24

The Heat have decisions to make on Wiggins, Jovic and Herro before the trade deadline changes things

The Miami Heat have less than two weeks to decide what they are. With the trade deadline approaching, the front office is facing real questions about Nikola Jovic’s extension, Andrew Wiggins’ future, and whether this roster can actually compete.

Davion Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Davion MItchell reveals the real reason Heat ‘fell in love’ with him

With the Miami Heat in the midst of a West Coast road trip that hasn’t been in their favor, currently coming off a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday, 127-110, the team has also been dealing with a myriad of injuries.

Andrew Wiggins News / Fadeaway World / January 23

Warriors Could Bring Back Andrew Wiggins In Potential Trade With Heat

At 25-21, the Golden State Warriors are just 2.5 games out of the final playoff spot in the West. In the wake of Jimmy Butler’s injury, they are on the market for a new swingman, and one familiar name has resurfaced in the latest trade talks: Andrew Wiggins.

Dru Smith News / Bleacher Report / January 23

Watch: Bro was Shaqtin'

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Audio reveals tense Bam Adebayo-DeMar DeRozan exchange in Heat win

On Tuesday night, the Miami Heat faced the Sacramento Kings and won convincingly, 130-117, thanks to a three-point barrage that left head coach Doug Christie scratching his head.

Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / January 22

Draymond Green calls out Pelle Larsson for his 'rage bait' tactics

The Miami Heat have found a diamond in the rough with Pelle Larsson. Larsson was a second-round pick, pick #44 by the Houston Rockets and then was immediately traded to the Miami Heat for AJ Griffin in a three-team deal that included the Atlanta Hawks.

NBA News / The SportsRush / January 22

'Brought the Whole Bar': Pat Riley Defied Mark Cuban’s Champagne Ban in 2006 Finals

The 2006 NBA Finals were one of the most memorable heavyweight battles from the early 2000s. The series featured both the Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat hunting for their first NBA championship.

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The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

Gambler sentenced to two years in prison for NBA betting scandal

Gambler Timothy McCormack became the first person sentenced in the wide-ranging NBA gambling scheme that involves players Jontay Porter and Terry Rozier on Wednesday in New York.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 21

NBA Notes: Heat, Norman Powell, Dink Pate, Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic

Norman Powell has always scored. The difference now is how he’s doing it, and how often the ball is just handed to him with a shrug that says go get one.

Bam Adebayo News / FortyEightMinutes / January 21

Bam Adebayo Becomes 6th Heat Player To Win NBA Cares Community Assist Award

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo has become the sixth player in franchise history to win the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award. Adebayo, who takes home the honor for his December work, joins Dwyane Wade (four times), Alonzo Mourning (twice), Lamar Odom, Shaquille O’Neal and Daequan Cook, according to the Miami Heat PR Team.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

Long-distance shooting carries Heat past Kings

Bam Adebayo recorded 25 points, seven rebounds and five assists to help the Miami Heat post a 130-117 victory over the host Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Dennis Smith Jr. News / Scoop B / January 20

Miami Heat Affiliate Sioux Falls Skyforce Express Interest In Dennis Smith Jr., Sources Say

SIOUX FALLS, SD — Dennis Smith Jr. may be finding a new home in the 605. The Sioux Falls Skyforce, the NBA G League affiliate of the Miami Heat, have expressed strong interest in signing veteran point guard Dennis Smith Jr., sources tell ScoopB.com.

Ja Morant News / Total Pro Sports / January 21

Miami Heat’s Potential Trade Package for Ja Morant Finally Comes Into Focus

Just a couple of weeks ago, Ja Morant’s name was constantly mentioned as the next star point guard to be moved before February’s trade deadline. The embattled Memphis Grizzlies star was reportedly done with the lone franchise he’s been with since 2019.

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / January 20