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On YouTubeMiami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 5
Nikola Jovic starting over Kel'el Ware, and what it means
When last Miami Heat season, it was assumed that the team had decided upon its starting frontcourt for the forseeable future. Kel'el Ware stepped into the lineup with Bam Adebayo -- as Adebayo wanted -- and the first-round pick casually put up numbers that earned him second-team All-Rookie status.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 4
3 Takeaways from Heat's Preseason Debut
The Miami Heat kicked their (pre) season off in Puerto Rico Saturday night against the Orlando Magic, as some of the primary guys got some run as an extension of training camp after being cut short in Boca.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 4
The Dragon is now a mentor for the Miami Heat
The key has always been under the mat for Goran Dragic. The former NBA point guard, who became a fan favorite in Miami not long after being acquired by the Heat during the 2014-15 season, with that popularity peaking during a run to the NBA Finals in 2020, has been welcome back in just about any way he's wanted.
The 'Most 20-rebound NBA games' quiz
How many of the 49 players in NBA history to haul in at least 20 rebounds in a game on 30 or more occasions can you name in seven minutes?
Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / October 4
Erik Spoelstra shares ‘the first thing’ he spoke to Simone Fontecchio about since joining Miami Heat
Erik Spoelstra reflected on his first conversation with new Miami Heat arrival Simone Fontecchio, where he told him what he wants to see. The Miami Heat are entering the 2025-26 NBA season in a unique position.
The 25 greatest international players in NBA history
Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 4
3 things to watch as Miami Heat open preseason
You'd call this a dress rehearsal, if only more of the Miami Heat's core players were dressing. But with the majority of the Heat's expected rotation guards
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 4
2 Heat players in danger of losing starting job in 2025-26 training camp
The Miami Heat are in the middle of a transition period similar to where they were before they brought in Jimmy Butler in 2019. They have enough talent
Dru Smith News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 3
Exclusive: Dru Smith reveals Heat plan after another season-ending injury recovery
With the injury to Miami Heat star Tyler Herro that will have him miss time to start the season, other guards on the team have also sustained issues that leave them short-handed for the preseason opener.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 3
Exclusive: How Heat’s Simone Fontecchio will set himself apart from Duncan Robinson
Ever since the Miami Heat dealt Duncan Robinson in a sign-and-trade to the Detroit Pistons, the return for the team in Simone Fontecchio had fans believing that the replacement for the franchise’s leading three-point shooter has been found.
Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 3
Erik Spoelstra’s reaction to 5 Heat key players not traveling for Puerto Rico game
MIAMI – With the Miami Heat looking to live up to its championship aspirations this upcoming season, the work continues with the preseason opener on Saturday in Puerto Rico against the Orlando Magic.
Andrew Wiggins News / Fastbreak on SI / October 3
Miami Heat’s Andrew Wiggins Sheds Light on Difficult NBA Reality
Andrew Wiggins was settled into his situation with the Golden State Warriors. After getting traded amid the 2019-2020 NBA season, Wiggins would spend the next five years playing for the Warriors.
Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / October 3
Brian Windhorst says teams told Miami Heat they want to trade for star, response was very decisive
The Miami Heat are in a unique position going into the 2025-26 NBA season. They have stars in Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, which means they are still in win-now mode, but they do have an abundance of young talent, which could mean a rebuild could be on the horizon.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 3
Guard-heavy? The Miami Heat won't be in Puerto Rico
You can never have enough guards, apparently. The Miami Heat have tilted toward their backcourt with their current roster construction, but that can't account for a rash of injuries.
Bam Adebayo News / EssentiallySports / October 3
Not Bam Adebayo but 22YO Star Emerges as Fix for Heat’s Jimmy Butler Fallout
“God gave Bam this talent,… and he can take it away: Today. Not tomorrow. Today. Don’t take things for granted.” That was Bam Adebayo’s mother on his basketball talent.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 3
Power rankings show Miami Heat must prove people wrong
Miami Heat players have been talking themselves up lately. They've been using words like "championship" and "contender," after winning just 37 games last season and needing to advance out of the play-in tournament, only to get swept out of the first round by Cleveland.
Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / October 3
Tyler Herro prediction for his Miami Heat return date underlines LA Lakers trend Luka Doncic moaned about
The Miami Heat will begin the season without their key star, Tyler Herro. The 2024-25 NBA season was by far Tyler Herro’s best campaign for the Miami Heat since getting drafted into the league.
Norman Powell News / NBA Analysis Network / October 3
Miami Heat’s biggest changes for 2025-26 NBA season, including trade for Norman Powell
The Miami Heat have faced back-to-back first-round exits in the NBA Playoffs. A key reason behind the underwhelming result, at least, during the 2024-25 NBA season, was the departure of Jimmy Butler.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 2
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra explains how Pelle Larsson took a step forward after rookie season
MIAMI – As the Miami Heat get ready for the upcoming 2025-26 season, head coach Erik Spoelstra and the rest of the staff will be looking for big jumps from the young core on the team.
Kasparas Jakucionis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 2
What makes Heat’s Kasparas Jakucionis ‘unique’ compared to other rookies
MIAMI – As the Miami Heat have championship aspirations for the upcoming season, the team will look for any player to step up and carry the weight, especially with the injuries striking the team.
Jimmy Butler News / NBA Analysis Network / October 2
Jimmy Butler gave his backing to Miami Heat star, $62.4M decision shows his prediction was right
The Miami Heat will enter the 2025-26 NBA season without Jimmy Butler after they traded him to the Golden State Warriors. When the Miami Heat traded Jimmy Butler at the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline, it signaled the end of an era as Butler spent six seasons with the Heat from 2019 to 2025.
Nikola Jovic News / Miami Heat on SI / October 2
Nikola Jovic showing gratitude toward Heat following recent extension
Nikola Jovic had some big news come his way less than 24 hours ago as it was reported he came to an agreement on a four year extension with the Miami Heat for $62.4 Million in total.
Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / October 2
Heat sign Nikola Jovic to four-year extension; Tyler Herro next?
Heat forward Nikola Jovic signed a four-year extension with Miami worth a reported $62.4 million, his agents told ESPN. Jovic averaged 10.7 points in 2024-25 with the Heat, his third NBA season, and was entering the final year of his rookie deal.
Tyler Herro News / Fastbreak on SI / October 1
NBA Star Tyler Herro Addresses Approach to Contract Talks
Tyler Herro is heading into the third season of his major deal with the Miami Heat. He’s under contract through 2027, but it might be time to start thinking about an extension.
Nikola Jovic News / Hoops Rumors / October 1
Heat to sign young forward to extension after career-best season
Nikola Jovic has agreed to a four-year, $62.4M rookie scale extension with the Miami Heat.
Tyler Herro News / Hoops Wire / October 1
Heat weigh future with Tyler Herro amid extension decision
As relayed by ESPN’s Bobby Marks, the Heat hit training camp in a unique spot with Tyler Herro, both in terms of his contract and his availability. Herro delivered last season, playing a career-high 77 games and averaging at least 20 points for the fourth straight year.
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