Miami Heat: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 27

Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo share incredible moment with Norris Cole

The Miami Heat hit the jackpot this offseason when their longtime pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo finally paid off. As the Heat prepare for the 2026-27 season, Antetokounmpo caught up with an old Heat champion, Norris Cole, who was part of the franchise’s championship teams in 2012 and 2013.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 27

Miami Heat Agree to Deal with Veteran Guard Dennis Smith Jr.

The Miami Heat have added another guard to their roster, agreeing to a deal with free agent Dennis Smith Jr., according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Smith’s agent, Daniel Hazan of Hazan Sports, confirmed the agreement to Haynes.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 27

Heat signs former first-round pick in free agency to bolster backcourt

With the Miami Heat now led by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the team has been working in the offseason to surround the dynamic duo that could elevate the team to championship aspirations.

Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 27

Where the Miami Heat's Giannis-led offseason ranks in its history

Once an organization achieves something repeatedly, that's where the bar is set forever. That's why Pat Riley, the Miami Heat president since 1995, has

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 26

Where Heat fit in our ranking of top 25 of this NBA century (Part 1)

Does anyone remember ESPN’s imperfect list of the top 25 players of the 21st-century from two years ago? It might have made Miami Heat fans recoil in disgust,

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Miami Heat Make Unexpected Move for 6′8″ College Football Star as NBA Season Nears

With training camp and preseason rapidly approaching, NBA franchises across the league are finalizing their rosters to build chemistry before opening night.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / September 26

'Get Out of My Backyard': Giannis Antetokounmpo Gets Unexpected ‘Welcome to Miami’ Moment

Giannis Antetokounmpo barely had time to settle into Miami. Before that, the city introduced him to one of its less glamorous residents. The Heat’s blockbuster

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Larry Brown Sports / September 25

Giannis Antetokounmpo had a funny reaction after spotting an iguana in his backyard

Giannis Antetokounmpo is set to make his Miami Heat debut in the 2026-27 season, but it turns out the NBA superstar is still getting acclimated to the Florida area.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 25

Miami Heat Sign Former Football Player to Camp Contract

The Miami Heat signed the former Clemson Tiger football player Ian Schieffelin. The 6’8 238lbs former tight end played in the Heat summer league program and turned heads.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / September 25

3 Bold Predictions for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat This Season

There's no question there is a different kind of buzz surrounding the "new look" Miami Heat this upcoming NBA season. After acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson, the Heat starting five is definitely not one to sleep on.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 25

Projected Miami Heat Starting Lineup for 2026-27

It’s a whole new look for the Miami Heat this season, and that means a whole new starting lineup. Erik Spoelstra has many new toys and lineups to employ and with the addition Giannis Antetokounmpo, he once again has a top-5 player at his disposal.

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Davion Mitchell News / Fadeaway World / September 24

Multiple Players Tied To Miami Heat As Potential Mid-Level Replacement For Davion Mitchell

After trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer, the Miami Heat have taken a big step up in the Eastern Conference. While they still fall behind teams like the 76ers, Cavaliers, and Knicks in terms of pure firepower, counting them out of the race entirely would be a fool’s errand for the upcoming season.

Klay Thompson News / Miami Heat on SI / September 24

Klay Thompson's best and worst case scenarios this season

For many the biggest question mark coming into the offseason for the Miami Heat was if there would be enough shooting on the team. This potential problem got further exacerbated when Miami made the trade to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo and then were not able to resign All-Star Norman Powell as the offseason progressed.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 24

The 3 Heat Players Who Can Prove They Should Have Been Ranked

There are 30 NBA teams. There are 100 players that ESPN ranks annually. So the math seems fairly simple -- the average team would have three players on the list, with 10 teams having four.

Pat Riley News / HITC / September 24

Pat Riley tells Miami Heat star he needs to lose weight ahead of new NBA season

Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra are taking no prisoners during the off-season at the Miami Heat. Ever since landing in South Beach at the 2025 trade deadline, Davion Mitchell has established himself as a core fixture in Miami’s backcourt.

Davion Mitchell News / Miami Heat on SI / September 24

Davion Mitchell's Best and Worst Case Scenarios This Season

If you have been following the Miami Heat this offseason you would probably have observed a few things. The National Media's criticism of the team even

Bill Simmons News / Miami Heat on SI / September 23

Bill Simmons disrespects the Heat once again

The Miami Heat changed the NBA when they found a way to from the Big 3 with LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. This then backed with their success on the court and undeniable flare while playing has forever poisoned the hearts of many NBA fans.

Miami Heat News / Scoop B / September 23

Full Circle on The Hill: Rod Strickland Reflects on His Oak Hill Academy Lifetime Achievement Award

Former champion sounds the alarm on fatal Lakers playoff issue

Danny Green says Lakers players can feel ownership uncertainty

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Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / September 6

Heat quietly built one of the most underrated veteran duos this offseason

The addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo will dominate the headlines, but another piece of offseason work might just determine how far the Heat can go in 2026-27.

NBA keeps making it harder for longtime fans to simply watch basketball

Kings beat out two NBA teams to sign Ben Simmons

NBA extension season is here, and numbers only tell part of the story

The 'NBA Playoffs scoring leaders' quiz

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