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Miami Heat’s Recent Acquisitions Shine in Respective FIBA International Matchups

The Miami Heat’s recent roster moves are already paying dividends, as evidenced by a recent X post that highlighted both the standout performances of Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio in their respective FIBA international matchups on Saturday.

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Miami Heat's Norman Powell Goes Off In Crucial FIBA Game

The Miami Heat's latest addition, Norman Powell, led the Jamaican national basketball team to an overtime win over Costa Rica, finishing with 34 points, three steals, two assists, and one rebound in 39 minutes.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 10

When Will The Miami Heat Be Relevant Enough for Christmas Again?

There was a time you couldn't unwrap gifts and turn on the television without sneaking a peek at the Miami Heat. One of Pat Riley's legacies since taking over the Heat franchise in 1995 has been keeping it consistently relevant, enough that the team has often been featured -- and repeatedly successful -- on Christmas.

Dwyane Wade News / Miami Heat on SI / August 10

New Miami Heat Player Given Jimmy Butler and Dwyane Wade Treatment

There's a method to the Miami Heat's locker room madness. While it may seem that the stall arrangement, in the circular locker room at Kaseya Center, is completely random, that hasn't actually been the case since the Heat started calling the place home -- even when it went by the name of American Airlines Arena.

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Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / August 9

Miami Heat Acquisition Has Efficient Debut Peformance On International Stage

The Miami Heat's Norman Powell played on the international level for the first time in his career on Friday, making his debut for the Jamaican national basketball team.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 9

Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic Starts Next to Nikola Jokic in Serbian Warmup

While speaking to reporters in Las Vegas, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra made it clear what he wanted to see from third-year forward Nikola Jovic as Jovic played for the Serbian national team in Eurobasket 2025: Growth.

Andrew Wiggins News / Miami Heat on SI / August 9

NBA Analyst Claims Heat Player Would Make Lakers 'Top-Tier Contender'

Although the bulk of the Miami Heat's offseason moves are over with, what happens with Andrew Wiggins remains one of the pressing questions headed into next season.

Kobe Bryant News / Fadeaway World / August 9

Michael Beasley Opens Up About Why He Skipped Dinner With Kobe Bryant In Miami

Michael Beasley’s career was full of highs and lows, but one of his most memorable moments came in a brief, unexpected interaction with Kobe Bryant. In a recent conversation with Chris Haynes, the former No.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 8

2 way-too-early Miami Heat trade candidates in 2025-26 season

While the Miami Heat traded for Norman Powell from the Los Angeles Clippers earlier in the offseason, there is a possibility that the team isn’t done finalizing the roster, which could lead into the actual season and the trade deadline.

Haywood Highsmith News / Field Level Media / August 8

Heat F Haywood Highsmith has knee surgery, to miss start of camp

Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith underwent surgery on Friday to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee. The team said Haywood will begin rehabilitation immediately and be back in eight-to-10 weeks, which extends into training camp.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 8

Miami Heat Veteran Forward To Miss Training Camp With Injury

The Miami Heat's offseason has been quiet after the acquisition of Norman Powell in a three-team trade. The front office isn't expected to make any more major changes to the roster and enter the season with the group they have.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 8

NBA Analyst Thinks Miami Heat 'Should Be More Of A Factor' Than They Were

The Miami Heat seem to be in a sort of transitional period with their team-building after a season that saw the end of the Jimmy Butler era. They are now led by Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro and Norman Powell, and it seems some league insiders are wondering where they go from here.

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 8

Shams Charania May Never Have Become A Big NBA Insider If LeBron James Did Not Join The Miami Heat

A post from Shams Charania on X (formerly known as Twitter) can shake the entire NBA world. ESPN's NBA Insider is famous for usually being the first one to break any major news in the NBA world.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 7

ESPN Analyst Reportedly “Bored” With Miami Heat Despite Successful Offseason

After two consecutive postseason failures, the Miami Heat have to outperform expectations again to return to their contender status. Without a true superstar to replace Jimmy Butler, their path back to the Conference Finals remains in doubt.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 7

Miami Heat Player Projected To Make Team USA Olympic Roster

Last year, the United States of America assembled arguably the greatest roster ever put together for the Paris Olympics. It consisted of 10 All-Stars and three certified Hall of Famers in LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 7

Miami Heat Offseason Recap: Unexpected Trades Maintain Competitive Pace

With the cloud of Terry Rozier's betting probe and the largest sports memorabilia heist in history looming over the Miami Heat organization, the front office have prevailed through the adversity to put together a progressive and impressive offseason.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Shocking Move in Store as Heat Considering Dumping Recently Acquired Italian Sharpshooter to Dodge Tax Implications

In a stunning recent development, the Miami Heat are reportedly mulling over waiving Italian sharpshooter Simone Fontecchio to avoid the NBA’s luxury tax threshold, according to a tweet shared by SleeperHeat, citing Niko Yenibayrak.

Miami Heat News / Ball Exclusives / August 7

Former Heat security guard reportedly stole over 400 game-worn jerseys

The Miami Heat were the talk of the town in the NBA when LeBron James and Chris Bosh teamed up with Dwyane Wade. Everyone wanted a piece of them, and a former Heat security guard did just that in an illegal way.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 6

Ex-Heat staffer charged with selling stolen team items

Ex-Heat employee charged with selling stolen team items for millions in profit

A former Heat employee has been accused of stealing more than 400 game-worn jerseys and other items and selling at least 100 of those items for profit.

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Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6

Former Heat employee charged after stealing $2 million worth of game-worn jerseys

A former Miami Heat employee is reportedly being charged with stealing millions of dollars worth of team gear over a 10-year span. TMZ Sports reported Tuesday that a 62-year-old man named Marcos Thomas Perez is being charged with a felony by the U.S.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / August 5

Former Heat security guard charged in $2 million theft, sale of jerseys

A former law enforcement official, who later worked in security for the Miami Heat and the NBA, made his first appearance in federal court on Tuesday, charged with crimes related to the stealing and selling of game-worn jerseys and other memorabilia.

Jaime Jaquez News / Fadeaway World / August 5

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Details How Draft Night Disaster Turned Into A Real-Life Love Story

Jaime Jaquez Jr. had the night of his life when he was drafted into the NBA. But as fate would have it, that same unforgettable night would mark the chaotic beginning of a love story that feels straight out of a rom-com, with a plot twist involving an Uber, a drunken breakdown, and a second chance.

Bam Adebayo News / Hardwood Heroics / August 5

'He Can be an All-Star Caliber Player' – Miami Heat’s New Signing Receives Powerful Endorsement From Bam Adebayo

The Miami Heat retooled their roster with the additions of Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio while re-signing Davion Mitchell on a new two-year contract, leaving Bam Adebayo satisfied.

Kasparas Jakucionis News / NBA Draft on SI / August 5

Heat Rookie Gives Team Flexibility on Trade Market

In making the 2024-25 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat hurt their draft standing, moving from the late-lottery to No. 20. At the 2025 NBA Draft, though, the team might’ve nabbed the player they had their eye on with a potential late-lottery pick, nabbing Illinois’ guard Kasparas Jakucionis.

Miami Heat News / Total Apex Sports / August 4

Miami Heat Star Satisfied With Team’s 2025 Offseason Moves

The Miami Heat are a team built on grit, camaraderie, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. At the heart of this culture is Bam Adebayo, their captain and centerpiece.