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Pat Riley, Heat coaches endure major pay cuts; staff avoid layoffs
September 14, 2009 by
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Rather than layoff members of the team's basketball operations department, including coaches, Riley solicits voluntary pay reductions, which, for some in the organization, run well into the $100,000s.
Small forward: Five candidates, but is there any true answer for Heat?
September 14, 2009 by
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With Pat Riley downplaying Quentin Richardson as a small forward and even talking about Dorell Wright as a guard, the Heat may not have the glut at the three that some perceive.
Bonzi Wells seeking a tryout? Heat doesn't give a Tweet to approach
September 13, 2009 by
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The journeyman forward has been working out in Chicago with Dwyane Wade and Jermaine O'Neal. But submitting a resume on Twitter probably isn't the best way to earn favor from Pat Riley.
Jordan rules? Not when it came to his performance at Hall induction
September 12, 2009 by
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While there were moments of candid reflection, such as his memories of Heat President Pat Riley, Jordan's acceptance speech mostly was petty, condescending, boorish. Ultimately, the moment belonged to the decency of David Robinson.
Better that Iverson is walking in Memphis than starting in Miami
September 11, 2009 by
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With the former All-Star guard talking about maintaining a starting role now that he is with the Grizzlies, the Heat's hesitation to make a move in free agency comes into clearer focus.
Heat looks at low-end centers, including Wade dunk "victim"
September 10, 2009 by
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The Miami Heat's will-work-for-food portion of its personnel process included tryouts recently by two players vying for a spot in the team's power rotation.
Never-ending story: Wade extension talk simply isn't going to go away
September 10, 2009 by
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Sure there is no reason for Wade to currently consider the contract extension that is on the table. But that doesn't mean the Heat still can't make it worth his while by the Feb. 18 trading deadline.
Agent: Wade would still consider Heat extension
September 09, 2009 by
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Addressing the extension offer the Miami Heat has on the table to star guard Dwyane Wade, agent Henry Thomas stressed Wednesday that it remains something his client can reconsider at any point before otherwise opting for free-agency next summer.
Is Riley's talk of quantity over quality merely idle chatter, or a legit Plan B?
September 09, 2009 by
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For years, when it has come to the Heat president, it's always been about the star system, be it adding Hardaway to Mourning or Shaq to Wade. That's why this latest 2010 twist comes off as a bid to sell a Plan B.
Allen Iverson bypasses Heat, to sign with Grizzlies
September 09, 2009 by
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The rumors and speculation are history. Allen Iverson will not become a member of the Miami Heat.
Riley confident Beasley can emerge from rehab to assume greater role
September 08, 2009 by
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Although limited in his comments by league confidentiality rules with the forward in NBA-mandated rehab, the Heat president said he remains confident that Beasley can emerge as a trusted, larger contributor this coming season.
Heat link to Iverson in free-agency was overstated from the get-go
September 07, 2009 by
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A Monday meeting with Grizzlies management could lead to a deal with Memphis for the high-scoring free-agent guard, ending a summer of rumors that had Iverson linked to South Florida.
Wade to Chicago? Expect plenty of speculation this coming week
September 06, 2009 by
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With LeBron James and Chris Bosh having discussed 2010 free agency this past week, expect Dwyane Wade to now move into the spotlight, as he hosts his charity event in Chicago next weekend. Does a homecoming loom?
Market for point guards easing, but might trade for Blake be top option?
September 04, 2009 by
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With Ramon Sessions signing an offer sheet with the Timberwolves, the rest of the free-agent point guards figure to soon find homes. But with Pat Riley talking about the Heat trading for a veteran, might Steve Blake prove to be the optimal target?
Still no welcome for Allen Iverson, but a fond farewell to Bruce Bowen
September 03, 2009 by
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Allen Iverson again Tweets he is close to a free-agent deal, but doesn't name the suitor. More tangible is the retirement of former Heat hustler Bruce Bowen, whose time with the team still resonates.
Allen Iverson speaks, but the Answer doesn't provide all the answers
September 02, 2009 by
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While the high-scoring free-agent guard addresses still being on the market this late in the game, left unclear in his interview with NBA TV is how much of a secondary role he would accept on his new team.
It's September. Does that mean that Pat Riley's time is now at hand?
September 01, 2009 by
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A month ago, the Heat president said the time between September and February is when some of the league's most-efficient deals are consummated. In essence, that now has Riley's team at the starting gate.
Heat looking at Blazers free agent power forward Shavlik Randolph
August 31, 2009 by
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If Michael Beasley is not ready for the start of camp or if he is cast at small forward, the Heat would be left only with Udonis Haslem as a true power forward, therefore the eye toward low-cost options.
Former Heat player, UM star Tim James now serving in Iraq
August 30, 2009 by
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Former Miami Heat player Tim James finds himself in the thick of war, not because he has to be there but because he wants to be there.
Tim James apologized for being late. A rough day at work, said the Miami Heat's 1999 first-round draft pick. Vehicles broke down, problems...
Four weeks and two huge questions remain before Heat camp opens
August 30, 2009 by
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With Jermaine O'Neal, the questions center on his physical health, and how much a summer of work has steeled those knees. With Michael Beasley, it's where his head will be as he enters his second season.
Former Heat player Tim James now serving in Iraq
August 30, 2009 by
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MIAMI (AP) — Tim James apologized for being late. A rough day at work, said the Miami Heat's 1999 first-round draft pick. Vehicles broke down, problems flared up, and he simply fell behind.
Despite recent struggles, Heat ranks as elite on at least one count
August 29, 2009 by
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Riley downplays free-agent move; slip-up led to Beasley sanction
August 28, 2009 by
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In two unrelated twists, Pat Riley makes it clear he's not chasing a veteran point guard in free agency, while it now appears that a slip-up by Michael Beasley is what led to greater scrutiny in the NBA's substance-abuse program.
Miami Heat and the NBA Draft: There's nothing to see here folks
August 27, 2009 by
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Both 2009 draft picks have signed to spend the season in Greece. The team's only lottery pick the past six years is in rehab. And that's not even getting to Wayne Simien or Dorell Wright.
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