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Nikola Jovic growing pains

Nikola Jovic must learn how to be a professional basketball player. Yesterday, in a post-game press conference, a reporter asked Coach Erik Spoelstra if the Heat’s new offense had Jovic giving uneven performances.

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Why Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. Should Be the Sixth Man of the Year Front‑Runner

Forward driving winning culture and two‑way impact off the bench for Jaime Jaquez Jr. From the moment Jaime Jaquez Jr. checks in, the game changes. The second-year forward is doing more than providing a spark for the Miami Heat — he’s anchoring bench units, setting the tone defensively, and delivering in the biggest moments.

Nikola Jovic News / Miami Heat on SI / November 13

Miami Heat forward needs to be more consistent

Nikola Jovic inked a 4-year $62.4 million rookie contract extension with the franchise just a month ago (October 1st). Jovic is a versatile forward who can handle the ball, create mismatches, and defend multiple positions -- some of the most valuable commodities in the league.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 13

The wait continues for the Heat's two stars

Though they made the trip to New York, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald the Miami Heat will once again be without their two biggest stars in Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo.

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Tyler Herro News / Miami Heat on SI / November 13

Miami's loss to Cleveland further highlights Tyler Herro's importance

The Miami Heat led by as many as 14 points, with five minutes left in the third quarter against many of the Cavaliers reserves. Miami turned the ball over 11 times in the second half and shot 8/22 (36.4%) in the fourth quarter, a large sign of the importance of their all-star guard Tyler Herro.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 13

What led to the Miami Heat blowing the game against the depleted Cavaliers?

The Miami Heat, still missing Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, lost to a Cleveland Cavaliers team that sat Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Darius Garland.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 13

Miami Heat might catch a break vs. Knicks in next two games... or not

When facing the Miami Heat, opponents often experience addition by subtraction, even if they're forced to temporarily subtract their very best players.

Norman Powell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13

Norman Powell gets real on Heat’s ‘bad loss’ to Cavs without key stars

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat suffered a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, 130-116, it came against a team that was missing Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, and Evan Mobley.

Erik Spoelstra News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra cites lack of ‘normal energy’ that led to disappointing Cavs loss

MIAMI – The Miami Heat were riding high on the Andrew Wiggins game-winning dunk to put away the Cleveland Cavaliers in overtime on Monday, but Wednesday was a different story, with the team dropping the rematch, 130-116.

Nikola Jovic News / Miami Heat on SI / November 12

Disappointing performance by Nikola Jovic and the bench: report card for Heat loss vs Cavaliers

To get straight to the point, Nikola Jovic was disappointing in this game. He did not seem poised and comfortable in really any aspect of the game. He made mental mistakes throughout the game and even seemed to lose confidence as the game went on.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 12

Cavs down three All-Stars, stun Heat on road anyway

The Cavaliers showed up in Miami on Wednesday looking like a team held together by tape and optimism. No Donovan Mitchell. No Darius Garland. No Evan Mobley.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 12

Disastrous fourth leads to Heat loss as Cavs counter Jaquez Jr., Powell, and other takeaways

A rematch commenced on Wednesday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, as their rotation looked a whole lot different. With most of their main guys sidelined for the night, the Cavs had a starting lineup of Lonzo Ball, Sam Merrill, Dean Wade, De'Andre Hunter, and Jarrett Allen.

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Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals why consistency is key for Nikola Jovic in new offense

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat sporting a different look this season with their new up-tempo offense, it has benefited many players on the team, such as Jaime Jaquez Jr., out of a sophomore slump.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 12

Beal injury makes Powell trade look even worse for Clippers

Bradley Beal injury makes Norman Powell trade look even worse for Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers traded Norman Powell this summer to avoid giving him an extension and to clear space for Bradley Beal. With Beal facing season-ending surgery, that gamble is looking bad.

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Jaime Jaquez News / Miami Heat on SI / November 12

Jaime Jaquez Jr award push continues, a possible NBA debut and other keys to Heat-Cavs rematch

The Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers are back at it in Miami on Wednesday night, yet the rotations will look a whole lot different for one side. The Cavs injury report was quite lengthy after Monday night's wild finish before Andrew Wiggins flushed it down at the buzzer to take down Cleveland.

Miami Heat News / Stadium Rant / November 12

The Miami Heat Are A Joy To Watch Regardless Of Results

The Miami Heat just played in what is already an early game of the year candidate against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In an overtime thriller, Andrew Wiggins converted on a game-winning lob with 0.4 seconds left on the clock to propel the Heat to a 140-138 victory.