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Bam Adebayo On LeBron James Snubbing Heat, Playing With Giannis Antetokounmpo, And More

The Miami Heat successfully landed the biggest prize of this offseason in Giannis Antetokounmpo, but failed in their pursuit of another big one. The Heat were attempting to bring LeBron James back to South Beach, but saw him sign with the Philadelphia 76ers instead.

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Bam Adebayo shares candid take on girlfriend A’ja Wilson’s ‘historic’ 2026 WNBA season

The Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson is in the midst of another stellar season, and a “historic” one if you ask her boyfriend, the Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo.

LeBron James News / NBA Analysis Network / August 3

3 free agents the Miami Heat need to consider after missing out on LeBron James

The Miami Heat missed out on signing LeBron James as a one-time fix of their flawed roster after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo. Now, the franchise must use its limited available resources to make the roster additions that will help it compete for a title in its first season with Giannis on the franchise.

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 3

Former NBA Player Calls Out ‘Salty’ Bam Adebayo For Snubbing LeBron James In All-Time Starting Five

The Miami Heat were notably in pursuit of LeBron James this summer. Needless to say, when the team came up short in this venture, players like Bam Adebayo seemed particularly affected by this move.

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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.

Dwyane Wade News / Fadeaway World / August 3

Dwyane Wade Reveals Doctors Told Miami Heat His Career Could End At Age 24

The Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade recently recorded an episode of his podcast ‘The Check-In on the Wy Network’ where he was answering questions from fans.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 2

Giannis trade sparked ‘excitement’ in Bam Adebayo, new-look Heat squad

After the Miami Heat traded for Giannis Antetokounmpo, there is no doubt a lot of expectation for the team heading into the upcoming season. While the energy around the Heat has shifted since trading for Antetokounmpo, team captain Bam Adebayo speaks about the anticipation heading into the new season.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 3

'Had Down to Earth Conversations': Bam Adebayo Reacts to LeBron James Snubbing Heat for 76ers

Even Rich Paul thought it was Miami. The night before LeBron James announced his decision, Paul told ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne that he believed his client was heading to South Beach, before a long late-night conversation changed everything, and he chose Philadelphia.

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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.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 2

Miami Heat Captain Believes in Team After Acquiring Giannis

The Miami Heat are the center of basketball conversations yet again. There is buzz circling the streets of Miami, and it is all because they traded for future Hall of Famer Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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.

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 2

Bam Adebayo Leaves LeBron James Off His NBA All-Time Top 5 List

Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo recently revealed his all-time top five NBA players. Notably, one very big name was missing from the list: LeBron James. While receiving his NBA Social Justice Champion Award, Adebayo was asked to name his five greatest NBA players of all time.

Klay Thompson News / Miami Heat on SI / August 2

What Klay Thompson Would Bring to the New-Look Miami Heat

The questions surrounding Klay Thompson and the Miami Heat were never about whether the theoretical interest makes basketball sense. It has always been about whether Miami can acquire him at a price that preserves the reasons that make the partnership appealing.

Klay Thompson News / EssentiallySports / August 2

Miami Heat’s Approach to Klay Thompson Revealed as Scout Picks Surprise Name Over 2 NBA All-Star Targets

The Miami Heat aren’t getting complacent after securing Giannis Antetokounmpo. But they are taking a patient, calculated approach to filling their remaining roster spots this offseason.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Rumors / August 1

Terry Rozier Seeks Dismissal Of Charges In Federal Gambling Case

Attorneys for Terry Rozier filed a motion on Friday seeking the dismissal of two of the four federal gambling-related charges against him, writes Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic.

Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1

Ex-Heat champion says Rich Paul cost him over $70 million

Rich Paul has another angry former client. Retired ex-Miami Heat champion Norris Cole appeared this week on the “OGs Podcast” with his old Heat teammates Udonis Haslem and Mike Miller.

Klay Thompson News / Total Apex Sports / August 1

Miami Heat Remain Interested in Klay Thompson

The Miami Heat reportedly remains interested in Dallas Mavericks veteran sharpshooter Klay Thompson. The Heat has also shown some interest in veteran guard Bradley Beal and veteran forward DeMar DeRozan.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / August 1

Will the Heat regret the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade?

The Miami Heat made one of the moves of the summer when they acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. This was the move the organization has been looking forward to making for several years now.

Terry Rozier News / EssentiallySports / August 1

Heat Veteran Seeks Dismissal of Gambling Charges With New Evidence Days After Pursuing NBA Comeback

Two wide-ranging FBI investigations into illegal sports betting and Mafia-backed rigged poker games led to 37 total arrests across 11 states. Among the defendants is Terry Rozier, who is accused of leaking insider information and more to benefit an illegal sports betting ring.

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Wire / July 31

Scout: DeMar DeRozan would be better fit than Klay Thompson for Heat

The Heat continue to be linked to Klay Thompson. Not everyone believes he’s the best remaining option. According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, one longtime NBA scout believes Miami would be better off pursuing DeMar DeRozan if the Heat are looking to add another veteran scorer before the season.