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On YouTubeBam Adebayo News / Field Level Media / April 14
Miami's Bam Adebayo exits play-in game with injury
Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo exited Tuesday's play-in game against the host Charlotte Hornets early in the second quarter after taking a hard fall on his backside near the basket.
The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz
The NBA instituted the three-point line during the 1979-80 season. How many of the league leaders in three-pointers made for every season since then can you name in five minutes?
Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / April 14
Erik Spoelstra pulls out a surprise lineup card for the play-in
There was the insertion of Mike Miller during the 2013 NBA Finals against San Antonio. And the move of Chris Bosh to center, with Shane Battier at power forward, in the 2012 postseason.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Pat Riley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
Heat rumors: Pat Riley still has googly eyes for his ‘whale, shark, tiger’
With the Miami Heat entering the play-in tournament on Tuesday night in a do-or-die game against the Charlotte Hornets, there’s no denying that the team will be active in the offseason in trying to add another star.
NBA News / Stadium Rant / April 14
What Prospects Should The Miami Heat Target In The First Round Of The 2026 NBA Draft?
The Miami Heat’s frustrating regular season has finally come to a close as they finish 43-39 and in 10th place in the Eastern Conference. They’ll end up playing the Charlotte Hornets tonight at 7:30 PM Eastern on Amazon Prime in the 9/10 win-or-go-home Play-In game.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra on Norman Powell’s timely return ahead of Play-In Tournament
MIAMI – With the Miami Heat taking on the Charlotte Hornets in the play-in tournament, with each team on the brink of elimination, the team needs all of its playmakers to be at their best, including star Norman Powell.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 14
Final Injury Report for Heat-Hornets Play-In Game: Will Pelle Larsson, Nikola Jovic Play?
The Miami Heat are on the road on Tuesday night as they face off against the Charlotte Hornets in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament. For Miami, they enter the Play-In Tournament as the No.
Bill Simmons News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Bill Simmons had the best suggestion for the Hornets-Heat play-in game
The Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets will face off in the NBA’s Play-In Tournament on Tuesday, but Bill Simmons thinks there should be some added incentive to win the game.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
3 Heat vs. Hornets bold predictions for 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament
With the Miami Heat taking on the Charlotte Hornets in the play-in tournament on Tuesday night, it’s a do-or-die game for each team as No. 9 Charlotte hosts No.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
The 'NBA Sixth Man of the Year winners' quiz
The NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award is given to the player who provides invaluable bench contributions over the course of a season. How many of the past winners can you name in five minutes?
Jaime Jaquez News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Jaime Jaquez Jr. reacts to his sister Gabriela Jaquez getting drafted by the Chicago Sky
Jaime Jaquez Jr. is no longer the only pro in the family. On Monday, Jaquez’s sister, Gabriela Jaquez, was selected fifth overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky.
Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / April 14
NBA Legend With Kidney Transplant Backs Miami Heat Staffer in Fight Against Chronic Kidney Disease
A serious kidney condition ended Alonzo Mourning’s NBA career, but not his fight. The Miami Heat legend overcame FSGS to make a comeback never before seen in the history of the league.
NBA News / LWOSports.com / April 14
3 Key Matchups That Will Decide Heat vs. Hornets
It’s that time of year again. The 2025-26 NBA regular season is in the books, and the Miami Heat are back in the NBA Play-In Tournament yet again. After a rollercoaster season, the 10th-seeded Heat are headed to Charlotte to take on the 9th-seeded Charlotte Hornets in a win-or-go-home elimination game.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 14
Miami Heat vs. Charlotte Hornets: Latest Injury Update Ahead of Play-In Elimination Game
The NBA has officially entered its business end, as the play-in tournament starts tonight. And one of the most intriguing matchups coming up will be the East Play-In Elimination game between the Miami Heat and the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / April 14
Miami Heat vs Charlotte Hornets: Prediction, Preview, Odds
The NBA’s regular season is over, and now it is time for the Play-In Tournament. Tonight, the Miami Heat will grapple with the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / April 14
The 3 Miami Heat Players With the Most at Stake in the Play-In Game
The Miami Heat find themselves in a familiar position: they are home! The Miami Heat will be fighting through the play-in tournament once again. But while the stakes are obvious for the team, they’re even more personal for a few key players.
Bam Adebayo News / Hardwood Heroics / April 14
Miami Heat’s Bam Adebayo Sends Clear Message as He is Admittedly Fed Up With Play-In Tournament
The Miami Heat ended the regular season with a 43-39 record to finish 10th in the Eastern Conference for the second consecutive year, and they face an uphill climb to qualify for the playoffs for the seventh consecutive year.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Bill Simmons has epic Terry Rozier proposal for Heat vs. Hornets NBA play-in game
The Miami Heat formally waived Terry Rozier as they prepare to take on the Charlotte Hornets in their first game of the play-in tournament. The veteran guard had not played a single game for the Heat this season after federal charges related to his involvement in an alleged illegal sports gambling scheme were filed against him.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 13
Heat vs. Hornets: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, Head-to-Head Stats, and Injury Updates (Apr 14)
LaMelo Ball has been spotted fooling around with his teammates. But as they take on the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament, things are about to get serious.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 13
Why the Charlotte Hornets Are a Bad Matchup for the Miami Heat in NBA Play In Tournament
The Miami Heat have been in this position before. Play-in pressure. Elimination stakes. Erik Spoelstra has already described it as a Game 7 environment where every possession matters.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 12
Hawks choose first-round matchup with Knicks on season's final day
With a win on the final day of the NBA season, the Atlanta Hawks could have clinched fifth place in the East and a first-round matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Instead, they sat their starters and let fate — and the Boston Celtics — decide their playoff seed.
Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / April 12
Miami Heat Playoff Chances: 2026 Play-In Outlook And Postseason Path
The Miami Heat are once again in a familiar position, playing meaningful basketball in April without a guaranteed spot in the NBA Playoffs. As the 2025–26
Terry Rozier News / EssentiallySports / April 11
Heat Find Replacement for Controversial NBA Star Terry Rozier Hours After Cutting Ties With the 32-Year-Old
The Miami Heat has finally addressed the nagging void! Months after placing Terry Rozier on leave due to a federal gambling investigation tied to alleged on-court misconduct, management has reacted.
Jahmir Young News / Hoops Wire / April 11
Heat converting Jahmir Young to standard contract
The Heat are promoting guard Jahmir Young from his two-way contract to a standard NBA deal, according to Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press. Young will receive a two-year contract, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN.
Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / April 10
Heat officially waive Terry Rozier, open roster spot
The Heat have officially waived guard Terry Rozier, as relayed by Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. The move had been expected for weeks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 8
Heat stumble into play-in for fourth straight season
Not only did the Miami Heat lose Tuesday for the ninth time in their last dozen games, but the defeat sent them into the play-in tournament for the fourth season in a row.
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