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The two-way player who energized Heat in stunning Thunder win

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat got a huge win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night, it came on a collective effort with many contributions from stars and role players.

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Heat’s Bam Adebayo sends stern message to doubters after career-game vs. Thunder

MIAMI – With Bam Adebayo leading the Miami Heat in the win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night, 122-120, it was a career game in a certain aspect that shows the versatility the team captain possesses.

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Heat’s Tyler Herro to get MRI for rib, will miss game vs. Jimmy Butler, Warriors

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat got a stunning win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night, 122-120, the team now embarks on a five-game road trip, though they will be missing a key piece to start.

Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / January 18

Pelle Larsson needs to be a permanent starter for the Miami Heat

Go back and look at the cover image of this article, if any one image could capture Pelle Larsson's impact for the Miami Heat it is this one. Pelle 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.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 18

Why the Miami Heat should trade Andrew Wiggins

The Miami Heat made the most out of trading their former franchise icon Jimmy Butler, and after a rough end to the 2025 campaign it is no argument that Andrew Wiggins has made the most of his time in Miami.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 18

How the Miami Heat were able to handle the OKC Thunder

The Miami Heat found a way to surprise again after it seemed the surprises were over with, pulling out an unexpected win against the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night, despite being without Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 18

What Bam Adebayo feels Heat’s win over league-best Thunder shows

MIAMI – Following the Miami Heat’s loss to the Boston Celtics on Thursday night, team members reflected on the 21-20 start to the season, noting a common trend that they are better than their record suggests.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / January 18

Miami Heat stun Oklahoma City Thunder 122-120 in thrilling upset

The Miami Heat pulled off a stunning 122-120 victory over the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder, snapping OKC’s five-game winning streak. The Thunder entered the matchup with the best record in the league at 35-7.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 17

Adebayo's sensational effort leads the Heat over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and OKC

The Miami Heat have just had their best win of the entire season and defeated the defending NBA champions OKC Thunder 122 – 120. Despite the loss the Thunder still have the best record in the NBA by multiple games, so this victory is one Heat fans can be proud of.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / January 17

Heat use late Andrew Wiggins 3 to beat Thunder

Bam Adebayo scored 30 points and made a career-high six 3-pointers as the host Miami Heat knocked off the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder, 122-120, on Saturday night.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 17

Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat take down the Oklahoma City Thunder in nail-biter

It was less than a week ago that the Miami Heat faced off in Oklahoma City against this hot Thunder squad. The Heat were without Norman Powell and that one, while Tyler Herro suited up.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / January 17

Kel’el Ware Speaks Out On Erik Spoelstra’s Comments, Reduced Playing Time

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra is facing massive backlash for his plan with young big man Kel’el Ware. After playing just eight minutes against the Celtics on Thursday, Spo made some public comments on Ware’s waning role, publicly questioning his competitiveness.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 17

Erik Spoelstra clarifies his comments at Heat big man Kel'el Ware

Thursday night against the Boston Celtics wasn't the best night to be the Miami Heat's second year big man Kel'el Ware. He played a short stint in the first half, benched in the second half, and received some backlash from his head coach Erik Spoelstra postgame that he's been stacking days in the wrong direction as of late.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 17

Miami's best asset is suddenly their biggest controversy

Erik Spoelstra expects a lot out of his young seven-footer, and he holds him to a higher standard than most. That part is reasonable. Elite tools demand elite habits.

Ja Morant News / Total Pro Sports / January 16

Miami Heat Step Back From Ja Morant Chase While Eyeing Massive 2028 Free-Agent Class

For a stretch, it felt inevitable that the Miami Heat would circle back to the superstar trade market. Once Ja Morant emerged as a name that the Memphis Grizzlies were at least willing to listen to, Miami had an aggressive and serious interest.

Anfernee Simons News / Yardbarker / January 16

Anfernee Simons rallies Celtics past Heat with historic performance off bench

The Boston Celtics trailed by as many as 19 to the Miami Heat on Thursday night, and still managed to come away victorious with a 119-114 comeback win.

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Bam Adebayo News / Field Level Media / January 14

Bam Adebayo out of slump as Heat entertain Celtics

Bam Adebayo may have rediscovered his All-Star form. Adebayo, who will lead the Miami Heat on Thursday night against the visiting Boston Celtics, had been slumping for a couple of weeks.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / January 14

Miami Heat Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy with HEAT Day of Service

The Miami Heat turned up the community spirit today at West Hollywood Elementary School in Hollywood, Florida. They hosted their annual HEAT Day of Service event presented by American Airlines.

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Suns' Dillon Brooks delivers another poorly timed flagrant foul

For a player who has helped the Suns so much with his 21.3 points per game and tough defense, Brooks has managed to hurt his team at the worst possible moments.

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Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / January 12

Heat stuck with Terry Rozier deal as NBA awaits evidence

The Heat are unable to terminate Terry Rozier’s contract at this time, and it has little to do with cap math. According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the NBA has not been granted access to the evidence that will be used in the federal case involving Rozier.