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While the Miami Heat have made six straight playoff appearances, they have won an average of 44 games during this stretch. The Heat are coming off their worst season since missing the playoffs in 2018-19.

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How Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro bonds helped ex-1st-round pick’s return to Heat

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat have championship aspirations this upcoming season, one of the lateal moves they made this offseason was reuniting with Precious Achiuwa.

Davion Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Exclusive: Davion Mitchell insists Heat can win championship this season

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat getting ready for the 2025-26 season, one player that is sure to make an impact once again is guard Davion Mitchell, after stepping onto the scene after being traded from the Toronto Raptors.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA Analysis Network / October 1

Erik Spoelstra has been really impressed by Miami Heat star’s fresh start, ‘I’ve seen improvement’

The Miami Heat look to bounce back from last season’s Jimmy Butler saga by making a run in the Eastern Conference. In order to do so, Head Coach Erik Spoelstra will be looking for production elsewhere in his roster in order to replace the elite play Jimmy Butler brought to South Beach. There are some clear contenders to fill that hole.

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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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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 1

What makes Simone Fontecchio different as a specialist? Erik Spoelstra weighs in

The Miami Heat and a shooting specialist has been linked together for quite some time now. Duncan Robinson and Max Strus the clearest example over the last few years, as Coach Erik Spoelstra has been consistent with playing his shooters.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Exclusive: Bam Adebayo’s leadership and a return to FAU forges Heat rookie’s new path

MIAMI – With the start of the Miami Heat’s 2025-26 season upcoming at the end of October, there are a plethora of young players on the team who are looking to stand out to the coaching staff.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / October 1

WNBA MVP Admits What She Doesn’t Do With Boyfriend Bam Adebayo

A’ja Wilson is coming off one of the most dominant seasons in league history, winning a record fourth Kia WNBA MVP Award and her second consecutive. The league announced the decision on Sept.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 1

Two Heat leaders call their shot for contender status

Setting goals between people within the Heat building compared to those outside of it is usually a tricky thing. Many outsiders look at a realistic goal being crawling out of the play-in tournament and trying to grab a top 6 seed in the injury ridden Eastern Conference this season.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / October 1

Miami Heat player claims he’s a ‘budding star’, suggests he’s third option behind Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo

The Miami Heat may have found their third option behind Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo – according to one of their newest stars. The Miami Heat are currently in a state of flux as a franchise.

Andrew Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Andrew Wiggins describes different in first full year with the Heat

MIAMI – With the 2025-26 season approaching for the Miami Heat, the team is looking for many players to step up, especially with the biggest news surrounding the team.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Kel’el Ware drops honest take on chance to start for Heat

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat set their focus on the 2025-26 season, one player that the fanbase is monitoring is Kel’el Ware when it comes to the role in head coach Erik Spoelstra’s rotation.

Jaime Jaquez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Exclusive: How Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. is readjusting his focus after sophomore slump

With the Miami Heat getting ready for the 2025-26 season, the team started training camp on Tuesday morning at Florida Atlantic University in preparation to hopefully make some noise.

Tyler Herro News / Last Word On Sports / September 30

Tyler Herro To Hold Heat Extension Talks Soon, Is He A Max Player

After tripping and falling over themselves on the way to the 2025 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat are hoping for a much smoother season in 2025-26. However, they may have to do so with yet another key starter’s contract situation being unresolved heading into the season after the Jimmy Butler fiasco darkened their doorstep in 2024-25.

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Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Erik Spoelstra on more Miami Heat running: 'Players are full of crap'

It's been a running joke for a long time. When the Miami Heat have touched on this topic throughout the last few seasons, it's felt like they were playing fast and loose with the truth.

Kasparas Jakucionis News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Exclusive: Kasparas Jakucionis 1-on-1 Following First Day of Training Camp

It didn't take long for Kasparas Jakucionis to get the "rookie card" pulled on him by some Miami Heat veterans. Newcomer Norman Powell didn't waste any time, as he had seniority to jump in on media day for a couple of photos.

Andrew Wiggins News / The SportsRush / September 30

Andrew Wiggins Discloses the Toughest Part of Being Traded From Warriors Mid-Season

There aren’t many things that get sports fans talking more than trades. Even if that just means toying around with hypothetical deals on the trade machine, they love the idea of playing GM and making a deal that will improve their teams.

Kel'el Ware News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Kel'el Ware is ready to respond this season in the right way

Kel'el Ware has something to prove this season. Not just that he won't hit a sophomore wall. Not that he has a much higher level to get to. But simply to respond in positive fashion to the off-season comments from his coach, Erik Spoelstra.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Heat’s Tyler Herro takes aim at Jimmy Butler with contract extension declaration

Tyler Herro is entering the new season with one eye on a potential contract extension with the Miami Heat. The 25-year-old earned his first All-Star appearance last season and his window to sign a new contract, potentially worth up $149.7 million for three years, opens on Wednesday.

Terry Rozier News / Hardwood Heroics / September 30