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To put it generously, the Miami Heat had an uneven 2024-25 season. During a relatively underwhelming 2024 offseason, the Heat failed to come to terms with six-time All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler over a contract extension.

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Heat adding undrafted 7-foot-1 big man

The 24-year-old earned a host of honors during his various college stints, including an All-Big Ten first-team accolade and Big Ten Tournament MVP honors.

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Miami Heat sign Vlad Goldin to contract after 2025 NBA Draft

Vlad Goldin developed into one of the better bigs in college basketball over his half decade playing for three programs. He’ll now continue that into the league after the NBA Draft.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Heat exec sees ‘tremendous potential’ in No. 20 pick

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat’s 20th pick in the NBA Draft, Wednesday night saw the team draft Kasparas Jakucionis out of the University of Illinois, despite being originally projected by many analysts as a borderline lottery pick.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

Ex-Heat Player Critical Of Pat Riley's Handling Of Kevin Durant Trade Talks

Former Miami Heat player Markieff Morris has been mostly complimentary about his one-year stint with the organization. He was a fan of the culture and coach Erik Spoelstra, but Morris was critical of the Heat's recent move regarding Kevin Durant.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 26

NBA Insider States Who The Heat Should ‘Prioritize’ Getting This Offseason

In a recent discussion on "The Zach Lowe Show," NBA insider Zach Lowe emphasized that the Miami Heat should prioritize acquiring younger talent over veteran

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Rival NBA Teams Reportedly Believe Heat Got a Steal in 2025 NBA Draft

Rival NBA teams are reportedly stunned by the Miami Heat's selection of Illinois guard Kasparas Jakucionis at No. 20 in the 2025 NBA Draft, viewing it

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

Celtics Super Fan Angered Over Miami Heat Drafting Kasparas Jakučionis

The Miami Heat have begun their offseason with a bang on Wednesday night, selecting Illinois guard Kasparas Jakucionis at No. 20. After missing out on the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, morale has been low with the Heat faithful.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 26

ESPN Grades Heat as Big Winners of 2025 NBA Draft

The Miami Heat are emerging as one of the biggest winners of the 2025 NBA Draft, according to ESPN analysts, thanks to their savvy selection of Kasparas Jakucionis at No.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

ESPN Ranks Miami Heat Among Biggest Draft Day Winners Through Round 1

After striking out on a win-now Kevin Durant trade, the Miami Heat have rounded out their future core by drafting Illinois guard Kasparas Jakučionis in the first round.

Kevin Durant News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

ESPN Insider Gives Reason Miami Heat Lost Out On Kevin Durant

The Miami Heat lost out on Kevin Durant this offseason when many considered them the favorite. ESPN's insider Tim Bontemps believes he knows the reason Durant chose the Houston Rockets.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

NBA Insider Gives Honest Take On Miami Heat's Chances With Giannis

The Miami Heat lost out to the Houston Rockets in the Kevin Durant chase. They still have time to land another big-time free agent should he choose to leave.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

Miami Heat Fans Once Again Shade Pat Riley Amid Latest Draft Miss

Miami Heat fans were ready to welcome former Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. to the team after weeks as the favorite to land him. The Utah Jazz had other plans.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

Kasparas Jakučionis Draws Comparisons To Miami Heat Fan Favorite

Any notion of the Miami Heat drafting assets for a potential trade faded away as it quickly became a reality, with a lottery pick shockingly falling to the No.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

Kasparas Jakucionis Has 7-Word Entry Statement About Miami Heat Culture

"Miami Heat" culture is among the most popular terms in the NBA, highlighting the organization's commitment to player development and fostering good organizational behavior.

Shams Charania News / Miami Heat on SI / June 26

ESPN's Shams Charania Expects Miami Heat To Pursue Star Forward In Offseason

The Miami Heat officially began their offseason Wednesday night, selecting Illinois guard Kasparas Jakucionis at No. 20. However, many expect Pat Riley to make more moves to improve the roster.

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Miami Heat's Pat Riley Ecstatic After Drafting Guard Kasparas Jakucionis

The Miami Heat selected Lithuanian guard Kasparas Jakucionis with the 20th pick in the NBA draft. Although the Heat were widely expected to draft Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr., the organization appears pleased with their actual selection.

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Have Heat finally solved their point guard problem?

Since Goran Dragic left the Heat in 2021, the point guard position has been a problem for the franchise.

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Illinois Fighting Illini News / Hoops Rumors / June 25

Heat take combo guard with 20th pick

He's a 6-foot-6 combo guard, spent time as a teenager with BC Rytas-2 in his home country of Lithuania and then with FC Barcelona in Spain before coming stateside a year ago to play for Illinois.

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