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Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / August 8

NBA Analyst Predicts Heat Will Be 11th Seed In The East Despite Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade

The Miami Heat made the biggest splash of this offseason by landing Giannis Antetokounmpo, but The Ringer’s Michael Pina thinks they’ll fail to make it even to the play-in tournament.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 8

Miami’s Biggest Weakness Isn’t Three-Point Shooting…

Every conversation I’ve had about this Heat roster since June eventually arrives at the same place. Can they shoot? Is there enough spacing around Giannis?

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

How Heat’s Giannis, Bam Adebayo are influencing Davion Mitchell’s 2026-27 goals

With the Miami Heat’s new-look team featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, one piece that will prove to be crucial is point guard Davion Mitchell.

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Nikola Jovic News / Miami Heat on SI / August 7

How Nikola Jovic fits into the Heat's future

Nikola Jovic was always supposed to be a project when the Miami Heat drafted him in the first round of the 2022 NBA draft. Just two years ago it appeared as if he was going to be a breakout candidate and show the world the talent he possesses.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / August 7

These stars are standing in the way of Giannis winning his 3rd MVP

Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the greatest players in the NBA today and will be a first ballot Hall of Fame player when he retires. His greatness is undisputed at this point.

Miami Heat News / HITC / August 7

Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem ‘proud to announce’ ownership stake in Premier League soccer club

Udonis Haslem is expanding his business portfolio with an investment in a newly promoted Premier League soccer club. The popularity of soccer has skyrocketed in the US following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / August 6

The Most Important Reserve for the Miami Heat

When it comes to building a Championship roster, the reserves are just as important as the starters, the reserves help carry you through an 82-game season, and they play a vital role come playoff time.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / August 6

Miami Heat Host Annual Back-to-School Shopping Spree Presented by Walmart and Morgan & Morgan

The Miami Heat kicked off the new school year in classic Heat Culture fashion today. They hosted their annual Back-to-School Shopping Spree, presented by Morgan & Morgan, at the Walmart Supercenter on West Flagler Street in the Fontainebleau area of Miami.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 6

3 Games We Can’t Wait to See Next Season for the Miami Heat

The NBA hasn’t released next season’s schedule, but that’s fine, because the league’s format does us a favor. Miami plays every team at least twice. Which means the games I’m about to describe are guaranteed to happen.

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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.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6

Giannis Antetokounmpo gets massive praise from ex-Bucks teammate

The Milwaukee Bucks finally decided to move on from the Giannis Antetokounmpo era this offseason when they sent him to the Miami Heat in a blockbuster trade that initiated a rebuild.

Miami Heat News / The Lead / August 6

Miami’s Offseason Overhaul Has the Heat Ready to Compete

Between the trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the draft, and free agency negotiations starting on June 30, the Miami Heat are keeping themselves busy building a new contender in the East.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 6

Miami Heat history shines light on how long a Giannis championship could take

The Miami Heat started in 1988, but they became a serious team when Micky Arison got Pat Riley to quit on the New York Knicks in 1995. They’ve won three

Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / August 6

Heat’s hopes of adding Zach LaVine may hinge on one big question

The Heat would still like to add another proven scorer around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Whether Zach LaVine becomes that player is another matter.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 5

Miami Heat Roster: Contracts, Salaries, Options and Depth Chart for 2026-27

The Miami Heat's roster is not fully complete yet, but after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Heat are finally back in contention for a championship.

Terry Rozier News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 5

Terry Rozier’s childhood friend accused of witness tampering in gambling case

The NBA had a bombshell dropped on them at the beginning of last season when Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, among others, was indicted on federal charges stemming from an illegal gambling probe.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / August 5

'I Can Be Useful': 30-Year-Old Heat Star Skips Lucrative Offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Erik Spoelstra and Pat Riley

The biggest move of the Miami Heat’s offseason was landing Giannis Antetokounmpo, instantly changing the team’s outlook. They still need perimeter shooting and have explored options like Klay Thompson.

Miami Heat News / AirJordanChronicles / August 5

This four-time NBA champion might consider Miami Heat as his next landing spot

Reports suggest that the Mavs are looking to part ways with Klay Thompson during this offseason. Amid the sharpshooter’s expected departure, the Miami Heat have emerged as one of his top landing spots.

Bam Adebayo News / Hoops Wire / August 2

Bam Adebayo isn’t sweating questions about Heat roster: ‘Done more with less’

Bam Adebayo has heard the questions about the Heat’s roster. He doesn’t seem particularly concerned. Speaking Sunday at his youth camp at Slam Miami, Adebayo said the Heat remain confident in their championship chances after adding Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis and Tim Hardaway Jr.