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Heat, Cavs expected to make their points in high-octane duel

The points are expected to fly on Monday night when the Miami Heat plays host to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Miami ranked second in the NBA in scoring with 124.1 points per game heading into Sunday's play, while Cleveland was seventh at 120.7.

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Heat’s Bam Adebayo out for third straight game with toe injury vs. Cavs

With the Miami Heat coming off a 136-131 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night, the team looks ahead to Monday, where they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Norman Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

Norman Powell reveals biggest difference between playing for Heat, Clippers

MIAMI – With Nikola Jovic highlighting the Miami Heat’s win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night, 136-131, there was another player who has continued what has been an impressive season in newcomer Norman Powell.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 9

Some signs the Miami Heat's surprising start is sustainable

Tyler Herro, last season's leading scorer, hasn't played yet. Norman Powell, this season's leading scorer, missed two games. Bam Adebayo, the captain and defensive anchor, has missed two games, and will miss at least a third, Monday against visiting Cleveland.

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Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. praises Nikola Jovic after strong performance · Sporting News

Heat’s Nikola Jovic credits offensive system for breakout game · Sporting News

Heat star Tyler Herro's brother is getting buckets for a D-I college basketball team · Sporting News

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The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 9

Miami Heat without their star on Monday night against Cleveland

The next man up mentality has been a motto for Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat for years. A primary guy goes down and some random guy named Gabe Vincent, Max Strus, Caleb Martin and a long list of others emerge before your eyes.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Nikola Jovic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

The one Heat star that fueled Nikola Jovic’s career-game vs. Blazers

MIAMI – After a career night for Miami Heat star Nikola Jovic in the win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday, 136-131, there was the general sentiment of excitement surrounding the 22-year-old.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 9

The unsung hero of the Miami Heat's great start

The Miami Heat are 6-4, not a start anyone had expected. They are running the NBA's fastest offense, the second-best scoring offense, and a top 10 defense in the NBA.

Nikola Jovic News / Field Level Media / November 8

Nikola Jovic leads Heat bench to big day, late win over Blazers

Nikola Jovic scored a career-high 29 points off the bench and made a key block late in the game to help the Miami Heat outlast the visiting Portland Trail Blazers, 136-131, on Saturday.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 8

The Miami Heat's best uniforms are back, with a championship touch

It was 20 years ago that the Miami Heat won the first NBA title in their franchise's history. Pat Riley, D-Wade, Shaq, Alonzo Mourning, Antoine Walker, UD, and many more played such a huge part in hoisting the first Larry O'Brien trophy in Heat history.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra shouts out Pelle Larsson’s ‘versatility’ amidst recent move as starter

MIAMI – Looking at the Miami Heat’s win over the Charlotte Hornets, many players stood out from the rest, especially in the absence of their captain Bam Adebayo.

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Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8

How Bam Adebayo ‘balances’ new and improved Heat offense

MIAMI – Though the Miami Heat got a big win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, 126-108, the team would look different with the absence of their captain in Bam Adebayo.

Jaime Jaquez News / Miami Heat on SI / November 8

Possible Jaime Jaquez Jr filler, spamming a defense and other keys to Heat-Blazers

A home stand feels odd for the Miami Heat early in the season, after coming off a four game West Coast trip following a road heavy start to the season.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 8

What should worry the Miami Heat against Portland

On Saturday night, the Miami Heat will match up against the frisky Portland Trail Blazers, who handed the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder their first and only loss of the season.

Tyler Herro News / NBA Analysis Network / November 8

Tyler Herro helping Miami Heat star use Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tactic to improve his game

One Miami Heat star spoke about how Tyler Herro is helping him add a new element to his game similar to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Miami Heat have been surprisingly strong this season, given that their roster is mostly built around their younger stars right now.

Erik Spoelstra News / EssentiallySports / November 8

Heat Stars Break Silence About Locker Room Mood After Erik Spoelstra Loses House in Fire

Less than 24 hours after his home was destroyed by fire, Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra was back on the sidelines for Friday’s NBA Cup clash against the Charlotte Hornets, setting the tone with calm resolve.

Norman Powell News / Hoops Wire / November 8

NBA Notes: Heat, Norman Powell, Cavs, Evan Mobley, Clippers

Miami played a game that almost didn’t feel real. Norman Powell scored 25 and the Heat broke a franchise record with 53 first-quarter points — the second-highest scoring first quarter in NBA history — in a 126-108 NBA Cup win over Charlotte.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 7

Heat scorching in 53-point first quarter, hold off Hornets

Norman Powell pumped in 25 points as the Miami Heat -- backed by the highest-scoring quarter in the franchise's 38-year history -- defeated the visiting Charlotte Hornets 126-108 on Friday night.

Erik Spoelstra News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Erik Spoelstra Breaks Silence After Miami House Fire

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has witnessed heartbreak many times on the court, particularly with his multiple appearances in the NBA Finals. However, this week, he went through a different kind of adversity: it was reported on Thursday that Spoelstra’s home in Coral Gables, Florida, was set on fire and destroyed.