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Is There Danger In Extending Norman Powell Early?

The Miami Heat haven't even had Norman Powell in training camp yet, let alone a game, but they seem to like what they've seen behind the scenes. Powell, acquired from the Los Angeles Clippers for Kevin Love and Kyle Anderson this offseason, has endeared himself with his work ethic, which is embodied by his "Understand the Grind" motto.

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Former Clippers Fan Favorite Predicted To Have Huge Impact With New Team

The Norman Powell era with the Los Angeles Clippers ended not because of lack of production, but because of looming financial questions. For three and a half seasons, the Clippers leaned on Powell’s efficient scoring, gladly absorbing his contract as he became one of the team’s most reliable wings.

Norman Powell News / Hoops Rumors / September 9

Heat open to exploring Norman Powell extension

Norman Powell will likely open the 2025/26 season on an expiring contract, but the Heat are open to the idea of extending the veteran wing if the start of the season goes well, a source tells Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 29

East Notes: Raptors, Brandon Ingram, Pistons, Heat, Norman Powell

The Raptors are one of the teams that could outperform expectations, according to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps. Toronto went 30-52 last season while prioritizing draft position, and Brandon Ingram never suited up after being acquired midseason from New Orleans.

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Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 27

ESPN Projects No Improvement From Miami Heat Despite Norman Powell Addition

The Miami Heat, entering a new era without Jimmy Butler, suffered through a vicious first round sweep last season after becoming the first tenth seed to make the NBA Playoffs.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 22

Miami Heat's Norman Powell Given Unflattering Label Entering Season

The Miami Heat's offseason has been viewed as a moderate success. After losing Jimmy Butler, the team needed to add a legitimate scorer to the mix. They did so by trading for Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell, who had a breakout campaign last year.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / August 19

Tim Bontemps says there is one thing the Miami Heat now won’t do after securing trade for Norman Powell

Even after making a blockbuster trade this summer for Norman Powell, the Miami Heat have retained as much flexibility as possible for future moves, although they might not come as soon as initially thought.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 19

Norman Powell's NBA 2K26 Rating Shockingly Plummets With Miami Heat

The Miami Heat's offseason has consisted of multiple surprising moves, whether it be trading Haywood Highsmith and a second-rounder to get under the luxury tax line, signing Dru Smith shortly afterwards, trading Duncan Robinson for Simone Fontecchio, or drafting Kasparas Jakučionis with the 20th pick.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14

Bradley Beal, Norman Powell, Brook Lopez return games announced

The Los Angeles Clippers are hopeful to compete for an NBA Championship after an offseason that many would consider a home run. The franchise lost Norman Powell, but was able to add Bradley Beal, John Collins, Brook Lopez, and Chris Paul to the team.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 14

NBA Analyst Expects Seamless Fit For Norman Powell Addition To Miami Heat

Mark Jones calls games on the entire NBA for ESPN, and spends much of the season calling Sacramento Kings contests on their local affiliates. But the Weston, FL, resident and original Miami Heat season ticket holder always keeps a close eye on his hometown team.

Miami Heat News / Hardwood Heroics / August 14

'A Solid Play-In Team' – Miami Heat Draws Pessimistic Review From Rival Scout Ahead of 2025-26 Campaign

The Miami Heat may have gotten out of the Jimmy Butler saga last season. However, one anonymous NBA scout believes that the team is still far away from being a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 13

Miami Heat Have Interesting Norman Powell Decision To Make

Norman Powell not only finished 24th in the NBA in scoring last season, he did so as a relative bargain. The Los Angeles Clippers paid him roughly $19.2 million, on the fourth season of a five-season contract that Powell signed with the Portland Trail Blazers starting with his age 28 season in 2021-22.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 13

Miami Heat’s Offseason Provides A Sudden Change In Latest NBA Power Rankings

Following a successful offseason, the Miami Heat now have a path to regain some ground and return as one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. NBA.com released its latest power rankings, and John Schuhmann broke down one of the Heat’s most significant weaknesses that plagued them most of last season.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 13

Miami Heat Could Target Still Available Former MVP In Free Agency

The Miami Heat's offseason thus far can be viewed as a success. The team managed improve their biggest weakness as a team last season: scoring at an efficient rate.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Miami Heat’s Norman Powell Channels Michael Jordan’s Iconic Flu Game In FIBA

NBA fans got a great preview of the Miami Heat’s most significant addition of the offseason in the FIBA pre-qualifiers. Norman Powell led Jamaica with a victory over Costa Rica, as he finished with 34 points, two assists, and three steals on 53 percent shooting and 55 percent from three-point range.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Miami Heat Named Among Teams On Impressive Offseason List

The Miami Heat's offseason is receiving praise despite missing out on the Kevin Durant sweepstakes in June. The Heat were reportedly deep in negotiations with the Phoenix Suns but did not want to part with some of their younger talent.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Miami Heat’s Recent Acquisitions Shine in Respective FIBA International Matchups

The Miami Heat’s recent roster moves are already paying dividends, as evidenced by a recent X post that highlighted both the standout performances of Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio in their respective FIBA international matchups on Saturday.

NBA News / Raptors Nation / July 12

Former Raptors Guard Norman Powell Traded To Heat

Norman Powell is on his way to the Miami Heat. The former Toronto Raptors guard was traded to the Heat as part of a three-team deal with the Los Angeles Clippers and Utah Jazz on Monday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania: Powell was a borderline All-Star last season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 9

Norman Powell Says Joining Heat Is ‘Childhood Dream’

Norman Powell called it a “childhood dream” to join the Miami Heat, and that dream became reality last week following a three-team trade that sent the veteran guard from the Los Angeles Clippers to South Florida.

NBA News / Raptors Nation / July 9

Former Raptors Guard Norman Powell Traded To Heat

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Clippers trade clears the way to add former All-Star — or two

Norman Powell had an All-Star-caliber season for the Los Angeles Clippers last year. By trading him, the Clippers appear confident they can replace him with a former All-Star, and maybe two of them.

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Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / July 7

Clippers Were Reluctant To Give Norman Powell Long-Term Extension

According to NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Los Angeles Clippers were reluctant to give Norman Powell a long-term extension. The Clippers agreed to trade Powell to the Miami Heat on Monday. Powell will make $20,482,758 next season in the final year of his contract.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 7

Why Norman Powell could be a perfect fit for Heat

The Heat made one of the more underrated moves of the NBA offseason on Monday, acquiring Powell in a three-team trade with the Los Angeles Clippers and Utah Jazz.

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