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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 23
Kasparas Jakučionis could be Hidden Gem of Giannis Trade
After the dust settled in Milwaukee following the franchise blowing up this era of the team by sendingGiannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, only the scattered remains of the Bucks roster remained, as a handful of new faces enter the fold through the hazy clouds of smoke.
Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / June 16
Kasparas Jakucionis Visits Jr. Heat Basketball Camp, Connects With Miami’s Youth Campers
Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis made a special appearance Tuesday afternoon at the Jr. Heat Basketball Camp held at SLAM Miami High School. He delivered a very engaging Q&A session with the media and the young campers.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / May 1
A deeper look into the next steps for the Miami Heat's Kasparas Jakucionis
With the 20th pick in the 2025 NBA draft, the Miami Heat were on the clock looking at a single name that they truly didn't believe would still be sitting there at that pick.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / April 17
2025 NBA Re-Draft: Where Kasparas Jakucionis and others should have gone
It is draft season for every team that didn’t make the playoffs. That unfortunately includes the Miami Heat, who were ousted by the Charlotte Hornets. They say you need to reflect before you can move forward.
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 / March 18
The guard who should really be starting for the Miami Heat
There are few, if any, teams in the NBA that have done as well in developing their players as the Miami Heat. Their process is proven enough, whether it
Miami Heat News / Total Apex Sports / February 8
Heat Rout Wizards: Jakucionis and Adebayo Spark Offensive Explosion 132-101
Sometimes, the best remedy for a heartbreaking collapse is a no-doubt, wire-to-wire clinic. For the Miami Heat, Sunday afternoon wasn’t just a win; it was an exhale.
NBA News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / January 28
Former Illini in the NBA: Kasparas Jakucionis, Will Riley Carving Out Rookie Roles
After Keaton Wagler’s performance in Illinois' milestone victory at Purdue, a spotlight has (rightfully) been shone on the freshman phenom now that he and his Illini have piled up nine straight wins to run their record to 17-3 overall and 8-1 in Big Ten play heading into Thursday's matchup with Washington (8 p.m.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 22
NBA Notes: Clippers, Ivica Zubac, Heat, Kasparas Jakucionis, Spurs
Clippers center Ivica Zubac will be sidelined at least three weeks with a Grade 2 left ankle sprain, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Zubac exited Saturday’s win over the Lakers early, and the timing isn’t ideal.
Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / October 9
Kasparas Jakucionis Impresses in Heat Debut vs. Spurs
Months before the 2025 NBA Draft, Kasparas Jakucionis was highly regarded as a prospect, with many media outlets projecting him to fall in the lottery.
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 / NBA Draft on SI / October 8
Heat Rookie Shows Passing Skill in Preseason Debut
The Heat played in their third preseason game Wednesday night, but it was the first for rookie Kasparas Jakucionis, who made his debut with the primary squad.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30, 2025
Exclusive: Kasparas Jakucionis 1-on-1 Following First Day of Training Camp
It didn't take long for Kasparas Jakucionis to get the "rookie card" pulled on him by some Miami Heat veterans. Newcomer Norman Powell didn't waste any time, as he had seniority to jump in on media day for a couple of photos.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / September 20, 2025
Heat rookie could be thrown into starting role following Tyler Herro blow
Fortunately for Miami, Spoelstra has an excellent track record of developing talent and putting them in positions to succeed.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 20, 2025
Miami Heat's Kasparas Jakucionis Holds Nothing Back On Rookie Expectations
Kasparas Jakucionis certainly said exactly what Udonis Haslem wanted to hear. The 19-year-old Miami Heat first round pick, while recording an episode of "The OGs Show" with Haslem (and fellow former Heat champion Mike Miller) back in July in Las Vegas, was asked what he wanted for his first NBA season.
Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / August 20, 2025
'Everything Matters' in Heat Culture, Says Kasparas Jakucionis
The Miami Heat has one of the richest team cultures in NBA history. Ask Dwyane Wade, LeBron James, Alonzo Mourning, Shaquille O’Neal, or any other great that has donned the Heat uniform, and they’ll all tell you one thing: it’s a culture of winners.
Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / August 5, 2025
Heat Rookie Gives Team Flexibility on Trade Market
In making the 2024-25 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat hurt their draft standing, moving from the late-lottery to No. 20. At the 2025 NBA Draft, though, the team might’ve nabbed the player they had their eye on with a potential late-lottery pick, nabbing Illinois’ guard Kasparas Jakucionis.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 26, 2025
Miami Heat's Kasparas Jakucionis Poised For Explosive Bench Role
The Miami Heat's recent first-round draft selection has been exciting fans over the past month. While guard Kasparas Jakucionis did not have the strongest Summer League performance, there is still reason to be excited about his outlook this season.
Miami Heat News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 25, 2025
Anonymous Miami Heat Exec on Kasparas Jakucionis' NBA Summer Progress
If you've ever paid even the slightest bit of attention to basketball and also have a pair of eyes, there is no characterization of the whole of Kasparas
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22, 2025
The ‘mad’ silver lining behind Kasparas Jakucionis’ ugly Heat Summer League start
While it was an up-and-down Summer League for Miami Heat rookie Kasparas Jakucionis, there are still aspects to take away from his first taste of NBA action.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 20, 2025
The ‘biggest takeaway’ from Kasparas Jakucionis’ up-and-down Heat Summer League
With Heat rookie Kasparas Jakucionis wrapping up his first Summer League, it was no doubt a frustrating start for the 20th overall pick in the last NBA Draft.
Miami Heat News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 18, 2025
Kasparas Jakucionis Takes on Lead Role for Miami Heat in NBA Summer League
With the Miami Heat sitting Pelle Larson and Kel’el Ware on Thursday night, former Illini Kasparas Jakucionis immediately became the focal point of the Heat’s offense in the NBA Summer League outing against the Detroit Pistons.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2025
Heat rookie drawing inspiration from LeBron James
Kasparas Jakucionis is the Miami Heat's latest draft prospect and the guard recently discussed his admiration of LeBron James.
Miami Heat News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 15, 2025
Did the Miami Heat Bench former Illini Kasparas Jakucionis in NBA Summer League?
Under normal circumstances, when a player is listed by his squad as “active” but never steps on the floor, that would be considered a DNP (Did Not Play).
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / July 9, 2025
Heat’s First-Round Pick Delivers Words of Encouragement After Dreadful Summer League Start
The Miami Heat’s first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Kasparas Jakucionis, is showing maturity beyond his years following a challenging start in the Summer League. The Lithuanian guard opened up about his struggles, admitting, “I think I need to settle in more, play at my own pace, don’t get sped up much as I was in these 3 games.
Miami Heat News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 8, 2025
The Good, the Bad and the Injured: Kasparas Jakucionis' Summer League Rollercoaster
It's difficult for an observer to get their arms around Kasparas Jakucionis' early NBA Summer League play to describe his performance in just a word or two.Promising?
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