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Pelle Larsson News / Miami Heat on SI / May 4

Miami Heat's Pelle Larsson Confirms Offseason Competition Plans

Miami Heat swingman Pelle Larsson's NBA season ended, but the high-level, high-stakes basketball goes on. The Heat held their optional exit interviews a couple of days after they were eliminated from the playoffs, where the Swedish forward was asked about whether or not he plays in the FIBA EuroBasket tournament.

Nikola Jovic News / Miami Heat on SI / May 4

Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic Adds New Commitment To Summer Schedule

After the Miami Heat's season came to a close on Monday, Serbian forward Nikola Jovic was asked at the team's optional exit interviews about whether or not he will suit up for FIBA EuroBasket 2025.

Bam Adebayo News / Miami Heat on SI / May 4

Lakers-Heat Proposed Blockbuster Trade Sends Bam Adebayo To L.A. For $53 Million Star

Are the stars aligning for the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers to make a blockbuster trade? The Lakers are in desperate need of a center, especially after Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert spotlighted the issue while the Heat have a strong defensive center coming off a rather disappointing season.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / May 4

Miami Heat Legend Dwyane Wade Makes Surprise Cameo on SNL

While the Denver Nuggets were Saturday night's big winners in NBA circles, Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade enjoyed the last word. Wade appeared in the opening monologue of Saturday Night Live host Quinton Brunson during a musical number highlighting the benefits of being short in stature.

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Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?

Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.

Bam Adebayo News / Fastbreak on SI / May 2

Miami Heat Still Owe Player Over $200 Million

Bam Adebayo is one of the best centers in the NBA. The Miami Heat star is coming off his eighth season in the league where he averaged 18.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 steals per contest while shooting 48.5% from the field and 35.7% from the three-point range in 78 games.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

What’s next for Heat entering critical offseason with Kevin Durant, Giannis trade rumors existing

With the Miami Heat looking to make big changes this upcoming offseason, fans are theorizing which stars the front office could add to the team. As the

Jonathan Kuminga News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Why Heat should not pursue Jonathan Kuminga in pivotal offseason

With the Miami Heat’s season coming to a close on a sweep to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, the team now heads into an offseason where improvements are expected to be made.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / May 2

Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra Grabs New Title After Gregg Popovich Announcement

The winningest coach in NBA history has stepped down. After 29 seasons, featuring six Finals appearances and five championships, NBA legend Gregg Popovich has ended his tenure as the San Antonio Spurs' head coach.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / May 2

Ex-NBA Exec Claim Miami Heat As Giannis Antetokounmpo Top Destination

With the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks' seasons both coming to an end this week, many are wondering the direction each organizations are headed. John Hollinger of The Athletic, formerly the Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Memphis Grizzlies, suggested a potential Heat-Bucks deal.

Davion Mitchell News / Miami Heat on SI / May 2

Miami Heat's Davion Mitchell Receives Huge Praise From Veteran Teammate

The Miami Heat need to strongly consider re-signing guard Davion Mitchell. His teammate Kevin Love agrees. Love sat down with the Miami Heat On SI, discussing Mitchell's progression throughout the season fueling Miami's late postseason push.

Paul Pierce News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Heat news: Paul Pierce hits ‘Heat Culture’ with brutal reality check

Hall of Fame forward Paul Pierce believes the Miami Heat must revamp their culture to return to winning basketball. After the Heat were swept 4-0 by the Cleveland Cavaliers, we could see vast changes in South Beach this summer.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / May 2

Miami Heat's Kevin Love Reveals Difficulties With Battling Mental Health Stigmas

Miami Heat veteran Kevin Love has been an outspoken mental health advocate for years. But he acknowledges the challenges of having these conversations and safe spaces in predominantly male areas.

Nikola Jovic News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Miami Heat Season-in-Review Profile: Nikola Jovic

With the Miami Heat’s turbulent 2024-25 campaign having officially come to a close, it’s time to look back and see which players met, surpassed or fell short of their respective expectations entering this season.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / May 2

NBA Insider Delivers Crushing News For Heat Fans Dreaming Of MVP Acquisition

The Miami Heat always manage to find their way into trade rumors surrounding the NBA's biggest stars. Damian Lillard and Donovan Mitchell are two of the best examples of the Heat striking out once in these conversations.

Dwyane Wade News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Dwyane Wade Sends Blunt Message About The Heat's Playoff Performance

Following a volatile ride through their 2024-25 campaign, the end of the Miami Heat’s season was nothing short of embarrassing - even to the point that former franchise legends have taken notice as well.

Bam Adebayo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Bam Adebayo’s Kel’el Ware prediction will excite Heat fans

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat season ended with a sweep by the Cleveland Cavaliers, there could be some who are looking on the bright side of what ultimately was a disappointing season for the team.

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / May 1

Dwyane Wade Reveals He Had 0 Faith In Tyler Herro And Bam Adebayo’s Heat

Dwayne Wade recently spoke on his podcast about the Miami Heat’s series loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. He spoke on Tyler Herro’s comments and referenced a past interaction he had with Bam Adebayo as well.

Miami Heat News / Hardwood Heroics / May 1

'Ok Derek': Miami Heat Reporter Trish Christakis Shrugs Mysogynic Post About Women In Sports

Miami Heat reporter, Trish Christakis recently had to confront a misogynistic hater in her comments section. Christakis, who covered Miami’s playoff run until Tuesday when the team was eliminated by the Cavs, posted a picture of herself in a body-hugging dress to commemorate her third year of covering the team.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / April 30

Heat’s Kevin Love Confirms He Intends To Return For 2025-26 Season

Heat forward Kevin Love said Wednesday that he intends to return for the 2025 season, per Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press. Love, 36, has one year remaining on his contract worth $4.15 million.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / April 30

Erik Spoelstra: Heat Found Some Momentum Late, But Jimmy Butler Fallout Left a Mark

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra didn’t mince words Wednesday, calling this season “turbulent” in light of the prolonged drama surrounding former star Jimmy Butler.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / April 30

Heat Admittedly Facing Offseason Of Hard Questions, Big Decisions

The Heat’s playoff flame flickered out fast — and ugly. Swept in four games by the Cavaliers, their season ended not with a fight, but with a 55-point home loss that left even the ever-composed Erik Spoelstra searching for answers.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / April 29

Heat All-Star hints at changes after embarrassing first-round loss

The Miami Heat suffered a humiliating 55-point loss as the Cleveland Cavaliers swept their first-round series. All-Star Bam Adebayo thinks his team's flameout is going to lead to big changes in the offseason.

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