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Bam Adebayo, Pelle Larsson lead Miami Heat past Bulls in bounce back

Yes, we're recapping Heat vs Bulls again. This is part 3 of this mini series, playing each other for a third time in four days. Yet somehow, each game has looked different for both teams.

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Heat’s Kel’el Ware downplays distraction of being involved in trade rumors

With Miami Heat star Kel’el Ware and his playing time the talk of the fanbase for what has felt like the longest, there’s no denying that his name has been thrown around in trade speculation.

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / February 1

Heat guard makes Eastern Conference All-Star team

A year ago today, Norman Powell finished up the halfway mark of his season with the LA Clippers. A guy that has bounced around in many different roles in this league, being a streaky shooter and scorer for the early part of his career, became a high level starter next to James Harden on his way to 21.8 points a game in the Western Conference.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 1

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra makes convincing Norman Powell All-Star case

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat coming off a disappointing loss to the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night, the team was missing star Norman Powell, who was out

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Kel’el Ware Reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo-Heat Rumors Before Trade Deadline

The trade deadline arrives on Thursday, and despite no confirmation from the Milwaukee Bucks over their intentions with superstar center Giannis Antetokounmpo, he remains one of the most-talked-about potential trade targets.

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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.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 1

Short-Handed Bulls Stun Heat in Gritty Miami Showdown 125-118

Sometimes, the box score doesn’t tell you the whole story. But sometimes, it screams it. On a humid night in South Beach, the Chicago Bulls walked into the Kaseya Center looking less like a professional basketball roster and more like a MASH unit.

Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / February 1

Larsson's best game of his career is not enough for Miami vs the Bulls

A ferocious come back comes up short for the Miami Heat against the Chicago Bulls. This drops the Heat’s record to 26 – 24 and in 8th in the Eastern Conference.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 1

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra explains Kel’el Ware’s lack of playing time in loss vs. Bulls

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat fell to the short-handed Chicago Bulls on Saturday night, 125-118, the storyline of the game that had social media blazing surrounded second-year center Kel’el Ware.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 1

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra details ‘deflating’ loss to short-handed Bulls

MIAMI – Though the Miami Heat missed key starters for Saturday’s rematch against the Chicago Bulls, the team still suffered a 125-118 loss that was as frustrating a game as it’s ever been this season.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / January 31

The Miami Heat's disappointing loss to undermanned Chicago Bulls squad

In this middle of the season mini series with the Chicago Bulls, the second game of three took place tonight in Miami. The Heat were without Tyler Herro, Norman Powell, and Davion Mitchell for this one, while the Bulls were missing plenty of names such as Josh Giddey, Coby White, Nikola Vucevic, and Jalen Smith.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 31

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra sings Tyler Herro’s praises despite guard approaching 40 missed games

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat dealing with injuries for the games against the Chicago Bulls this weekend, one name that has been present on the injury report for a majority of the season has been star Tyler Herro.

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / January 31

The fill-in starter in Norman Powell's absence, plus Heat X-Factors vs Bulls

The Miami Heat-Chicago Bulls part two showdown takes place tonight at the Kaseya Center, after Miami escaped with a win in Chicago on Thursday night. Even on a quick turnaround, both sides will be looking quite different.

NBA News / Stadium Rant / January 31

Do The Heat Have The Best Giannis Trade Package?

The Miami Heat have been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo for a while, but this time around, their package seems reasonable to pry the superstar away from the Milwaukee Bucks.

NBA News / thePeachBasket / January 30

Norman Powell Drops 21 as Heat Edge Bulls 116-113 in Thrilling Chicago Finish

In a closely contested matchup at the United Center, the Miami Heat emerged victorious against the Chicago Bulls, clinching a 116-113 win. The game showcased the resilience and skill of both teams, but it was the Heat who ultimately capitalized on key moments to secure their second consecutive victory.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 30

Jaime Jaquez Jr vs Pelle Larsson: Who should the Miami Heat keep out of a Giannis trade?

As the Miami Heat walked into training camp in Boca to begin the season, there were two names that were being pinned up against one another for rotation time: Jaime Jaquez Jr and Pelle Larsson.

Erik Spoelstra News / Hardwood Heroics / January 30

'Just Doing What I Can' – Miami Heat’s Promising Youngster Gets 100% Honest on His Limited Minutes Under Erik Spoelstra

Kel’el Ware made the most of his limited playing time in the Miami Heat’s 116-113 road win over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night. The former 15th overall pick had 12 points, four rebounds, two assists, and two blocks on 4-for-6 shooting from the field in just 12 minutes of action.

Jaime Jaquez News / Field Level Media / January 29

Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s late work preserves Heat's win over Bulls

Miami reserve Jaime Jaquez Jr. capped a standout performance with a key assist and a rebound, helping the Heat escape with a 116-113 win over the host Chicago Bulls on Thursday.

Miami Heat News / thePeachBasket / January 29

There is smoke (trade buzz) in Miami

There is smoke (trade buzz) in Miami for Giannis Antetokoumpo. The Twitterverse has popped out with smoke. One tweet said they saw Giannis, Pat Riley, Andy Ellisburg, Bam Adebayo and Udonis Haslem at the Rusty Pelican restaurant in Key Biscayne.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 29

Warriors eyeing trade for an All-Star ahead of deadline

With Stephen Curry entering the back end of his career and their championship window closing, it might be time to get creative and swing for the fences.

Interested teams get massive update on Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo with trade deadline approaching

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