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The reason Miami Heat did not trade for LA Lakers signing Marcus Smart, had ‘upgrade’ fears

The Miami Heat added an elite scorer in Norman Powell, although they passed up on trading for one of the best defenders in the league because the price was too steep.

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Miami Heat Moderately Rated In ESPN's Latest Free Agency Power Rankings

The Miami Heat's offseason is being viewed as a moderate success. While the team moved on from veterans such as Duncan Robinson, Kevin Love and Kyle Anderson, the team added a few solid pieces to help contribute this season.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / July 30

Stolen Heat Finals Gear Quietly Sold For Millions Over 18-Month Period

A massive theft involving the Miami Heat has rocked the sports memorabilia world and could go down as one of the biggest gear heists in NBA history. According

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Storied NBA Franchise Was Reportedly Involved in Biggest Sports Heist of the Century

In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the sports world, the Miami Heat, one of the NBA's most storied franchises, has been linked to what may be the largest sports memorabilia heist in history.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 30

Miami Heat Star Viewed As Biggest Building Block For Future

The Miami Heat are one of the NBA rosters in an interesting situation. While the moves this offseason point to the team being a contender in the Eastern Conference, the relatively young roster also has the signs of a team potentially heading towards a rebuild.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / July 30

Heat Could Strengthen Frontcourt By Reuniting With Former First-Round Pick

The Miami Heat have made some solid additions to their roster this offseason. These moves have made the Heat appear to be a more competitive team heading into the regular season.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 30

ESPN Analysts Take Shocking Stance On Miami Heat's Projected Win Total

After a pleasantly surprising summer, the tide of opinions seems to be shifting on the Miami Heat. All three co-hosts of ESPN's The Hoop Collective podcast agreed that the projected win total for the Heat was too low, going with the over on 37.5 wins for the 2025-2026 season.

Dwyane Wade News / Fadeaway World / July 30

Dwyane Wade Shares His List Of 7 Greatest NBA Players He's Ever Seen

Former Miami Heat superstar and Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade has been garnering a lot of attention for his opinions on the GOAT conversations. On a recent episode of his podcast, Wade revealed his list of the seven greatest NBA players he's ever seen.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

NBA.com Gives Miami Heat Surprising Post-Offseason Power Ranking

Despite an offseason where they added an All-Star caliber player in Norman Powell to their rotation, a move that drew little-to-no criticism, it seems the Miami Heat may still be in a somewhat similar spot, standings-wise.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 29

Why Heat faces NBA rule problems bringing back familiar two-way player

With the Miami Heat involved in rumors this offseason, the team has also made some lateral moves in signing young players to two-way contracts. One player

Jayson Tatum News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

Miami Heat Fans Reshare Hilarious Jayson Tatum Tweet

Even in the offseason, Miami Heat and Boston Celtics fans will find some way to butt heads. One Heat fan stirred the pot once again, reposting a year-old tweet that took aim at Celtics star Jayson Tatum.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

Miami Heat Star To Make FIBA Debut With Jamaica Basketball In August

The Jamaican national basketball team will feature some new faces in the FIBA World Cup pre-qualifiers later this summer. The most prominent of those being the Miami Heat's latest trade acquisition, Norman Powell.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

Young Miami Heat Star Ranked Among 'Best Trade Chips' Right Now

While the Miami Heat are led by All-Star talents, the youth on the roster is an aspect to acknowledge heading into this season. Young guys such as Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larsson look to fully break out as rotational pieces.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 29

Miami Heat Reunite Wih Former First-Round Big?

It's been three months since the Miami Heat were last in action and they have done so little to improve the roster. The franchise did acquire Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio in separate deals, but the lack of size remains an issue.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 28

Miami Heat Have Three Players In Top 40 NBA 2K Ratings

After the Miami Heat's efficient summer of moves, there has been plenty of love for their offseason. Now, we have the NBA 2K rating for each individual player, not including any rookies or two-way players.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 28

Longtime ESPN Writer Gives Miami Heat Top-Five Offseason Grade

Despite not being willing to offer more in a trade to secure all-time talent Kevin Durant, most believe the Miami Heat had a positive offseason overall.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 28

OPINION: Miami Heat Should Jump At Opportunity To Add Two-Time All-Star

The Miami Heat's offseason should not be complete. While the team has improved by adding guards Norman Powell and Kasparas Jakucionis, there has not been a big addition for the frontcourt.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / July 25

NBA Expert Shreds Heat Rookie's Summer League Run

The Miami Heat's front office under longtime team president Pat Riley has been lauded for decades, and rightly so. Beyond generally hitting on their lottery picks (Michael Beasley aside), the Heat have managed to uncover gold later in the draft — and, frequently, beyond it.

Kasparas Jakucionis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 25

Miami Heat’s biggest Kasparas Jakucionis concern after 2025 NBA Summer League

The Miami Heat have never shied away from betting on player development, and with the selection of Kasparas Jakucionis at No. 20 in the 2025 NBA Draft, the franchise once again leaned into long-term upside.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 25

Heat, Myron Gardner agree to two-way deal

Free agent guard/forward Myron Gardner has agreed to sign a two-way contract with the Heat, agent Jake Cohen tells NBA insider Chris Haynes.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24

Former NBA All-Star walks back claim about LeBron James, steroids

A former NBA All-Star is backtracking after seemingly making a serious accusation against LeBron James. Retired ex-Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague sparked backlash this week with the comments that he made about the Los Angeles Lakers star James.

Terry Rozier News / Action Network / July 22

Terry Rozier Betting Scandal at Harrah’s Gulf Coast

The NBA is pulling off its version of Slenderman because it appears they are always watching. A surprising sports betting scandal unfolded at Harrah’s Gulf Coast casino in Biloxi, Mississippi, catching the attention of both federal investigators and the NBA.

Erik Spoelstra News / Hoops Wire / July 21

Erik Spoelstra Sorting Through Heat’s Backcourt, Frontcourt Options

The Miami Heat haven’t made the loudest headlines this summer, but the subtle moves they have made could give coach Erik Spoelstra plenty to work with once the NBA season tips off.

Kasparas Jakucionis News / Yardbarker / July 17