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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14
Why Giannis Antetokounmpo changed his number from 34, and why it might not be permanent
New Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo is starting a new chapter with the team, and his number reflects that change. Antetokounmpo is known for wearing number 34, as he did with the Milwaukee Bucks, but he now wears number 7 for the Miami Heat.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14
Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals why he ditched his old jersey number
Giannis Antetokounmpo is wearing a new jersey number after his stunning trade from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat in July. Antetokounmpo wore No.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 14
The Biggest Question Mark for the Miami Heat Heading into the Season
The Miami Heat addressed a lot of their issues this offseason and have made their team more than formidable in the Eastern Conference. The team is far from perfect, but no team is ever perfect.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 13
LeBron James Gives Honest Review Of New-Look Heat: 'It’s Gonna Be Damn Good…'
The Miami Heat were one of several teams to experience major roster changes this summer. Unlike other teams, however, their acquisitions include two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has come to usher in a new era for the illustrious franchise.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13
Why Heat have by far the worst 2026-27 NBA Cup court
NBA Cup Court designs are often polarizing. Every team wears vibrant, unique jerseys during in-season tournament games that are both meant to be standoutish and represent the city of the team donning them.
LeBron James News / Miami Heat on SI / October 13
LeBron James' Latest Miami Heat Comments Raise an Interesting Question
LeBron James said some pretty interesting things about the Miami Heat on his podcast recently. I honestly agreed with almost everything he said, but what annoys me is that he could have and should have returned to the organization that taught him how to win championships.
Miami Heat News / The Lead / October 13
Miami Heat 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Miami Heat enter the 2026 season with strong enthusiasm around their revamped squad. In April of 2026, the Heat played the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA Play-In Tournament and lost by one point.
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.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 13
The One Heat Player Who Shouldn't be Overlooked
The Miami Heat are expected to be much improved from last season. The biggest reason is of course the addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason.
Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / October 13
46-Year-Old Udonis Haslem 'Bumping and Hitting' Giannis Antetokounmpo & Co. as A Heat Practice Executive Says Erik Spoelstra
Three seasons removed from his official retirement, 46-year-old Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem remains the de facto cornerstone of Heat Culture that sets him apart even from Pat Riley.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 12
Is the Miami Heat's Starting Lineup set?
Many expect the Heat to run out a starting lineup made up of Davion Mitchell, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. The lineup has diversity and should work well together as 3 of the starters started for Miami last season, then Thompson and Antetokounmpo pair well together.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 12
Miami Heat's Backup Point Guard Battle Is Getting Interesting
The Miami Heat will have a positional battle for the backup point guard spot behind Davion Mitchell. We all know Mitchell will start, and that's not really up for debate.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Heat rookie cites a specific aspect that he’s looking to take from Klay Thompson
MIAMI – As the Miami Heat will be led by the dynamic duo of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, there will also be young players who will look to make an immediate impact, such as rookie Ryan Conwell.
Nikola Jovic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 11
Nikola Jovic reveals Heat teammate he wants to have career like, but it isn’t Giannis
MIAMI – With the Miami Heat starting a new era with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront, there’s no denying that his presence will impact every player on the roster.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 11
Erik Spoelstra’s eye-opening take on how G League stint will help promising Heat big man
MIAMI – With the focus around the Miami Heat surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo, the supporting cast will be crucial to reaching new heights in the 2026-27 season.
NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / October 11
Miami Falls to Timberwolves in Battle of the Backups
The Miami Heat fell tonight to the Minnesota Timberwolves 125 to 124 in the battle of the backups. The starters for both teams sat this one out. The backups took center stage in a hotly contested match up.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 11
How should Erik Spoelstra Manage Giannis Antetokounmpo's Minutes?
Load management has become one of the most debated topics in the NBA, and it is a subject that frustrates fans and players alike. Personally, I am not a fan of load management, and I am far from alone.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 11
Celtics could use Hugo Gonzalez to quiet doubts on controversial offseason move
The Boston Celtics made a controversial choice to trade Jaylen Brown to their biggest rival this offseason, but that move was preceded by what might just be an even more unpopular decision, which was to pump the brakes on their Giannis Antetokounmpo trade pursuit by not making their younger commodities available for the Bucks in their return package.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 10
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals ‘superpower’ that Andrew Wiggins has when playing with Giannis, Bam Adebayo
MIAMI – With the Miami Heat ready to deploy a new dynamic duo of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the pieces around them in the starting lineup are almost as key.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 10
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra, Bam Adebayo shout out breakout candidate that has an ‘uncommon energy’
MIAMI – With the focus around the Miami Heat centering on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s comfort with his new team, others on the roster are looking to carve out a bigger role in the rotation.
Miami Heat News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 9
Heat’s Bam Adebayo at a loss for words after A’ja Wilson wins fifth MVP
MIAMI – With the Miami Heat in the midst of the preseason, the focus has been on superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo getting acclimated to his starting frontcourt partner in Bam Adebayo and the rest of the team.
Miami Heat News / Viral Sports News / October 9
Miami Heat Dump Former Top Pick Immediately After Signing Him
Dennis Smith Jr. joined the Miami Heat the way a lot of former lottery picks do shortly before the season, with a familiar name, a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 and the thin promise of a training-camp look.
Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / October 9
Minor Roster Moves: Heat, Nets
The Heat made a handful of minor transactions on Thursday night, per Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald (Twitter links). After waiving Lester Quinones and J’Vonne Hadley, the Heat signed and immediately waived Dennis Smith Jr., then signed Gabe Madsen and Kylor Kelley.
Miami Heat News / The Lead / October 7
What Did Heat Fans Learn from Miami’s First Preseason Game?
The NBA preseason kicked off with the Miami Heat taking on the Toronto Raptors in Quebec City. Although it was just preseason, Heat fans were excited to
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