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Pelle Larsson hilariously calls out Heat’s early-season defense

It’s safe to say that the Miami Heat have not played up to their expectations to begin the 2026-27 season. Entering play on Tuesday against the Utah Jazz, the Heat have won just four of their first 10 games.

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The Miami Heat Make a Starting Lineup Change

The Miami Heat have struggled at the start of this season entering tonight’s contest at a measly 3-9 on the year. This has sparked a lot of doubt on the team and honestly for good reason.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 1

How Pelle Larsson's Emergence Is Helping the Miami Heat Get Going

Winning player. That is the best way to describe Pelle Larsson, and it is exactly why his success is so essential to the Miami Heat winning basketball games.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Final Injury Report for Heat-Hawks: Will Aaron Wiggins, Pelle Larsson Play?

The Atlanta Hawks are at home Wednesday night as they host the Miami Heat in an Eastern Conference matchup. Atlanta enters Wednesday’s game with a 2-2 record after losing on the road to the Houston Rockets Monday night.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 14

NBA Notes: Heat, Pelle Larsson, Pistons, Isaiah Joe, Thunder

Pelle Larsson got a four-year extension last month. Getting through training camp healthy has been a little more difficult. The third-year wing has been dealing with an illness and persistent headaches, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.

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15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Heat HC Erik Spoelstra makes eye-opening admission on Pelle Larsson

Pelle Larsson did not arrive in Miami with a guaranteed role. According to Erik Spoelstra, the third-year guard simply left the Heat head coach with no other choice.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

The young Heat star Giannis said is ‘(expletive) good’

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat completing their first day of training camp Tuesday, and continuing throughout the week ahead of Saturday’s preseason opener against the Toronto, many players are looking to fine-tune their craft before the start of the season.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 22

NBA Moves: Heat, Pelle Larsson, Pistons, Ausar Thompson, Pacers

Miami made it official. Pelle Larsson’s four-year, $60 million extension is signed, the Heat announced today. The Swedish wing agreed last Friday, agents Austin Brown and Steven Heumann told Shams Charania of ESPN.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 22

Where Every Miami Heat Player Stands as Camp Nears

Camp opens September 29 and the roster is basically what it's going to be. Miami has fourteen standard contracts and no plans to fill the fifteenth before the season starts, and I'll get to that at the end.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 21

Pelle Larsson’s Best and Worst Case Scenarios for the Miami Heat

The Miami Heat have made another commitment to one of their young role players. This time it is their Swiss-Army Knife Pelle Larsson who just recently signed a 4-year deal worth up to $60-million dollars.

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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 / Field Level Media / September 19

Heat G Pelle Larsson agrees to 4-year, $60M extension

Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson has agreed to terms on a four-year, $60 million contract extension. The 2024 second-round draft pick's agents at CAA Sports confirmed the deal's details with ESPN on Friday.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Full Details On Pelle Larsson’s New $60 Million Deal With Miami Heat

The Miami Heat have been busy this summer amid major roster overhauls. After going 43-39 last season (10th in the Conference), team executives felt compelled to make some moves and improve their overall standing in the East.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 15

This player has the best chance to win the 6th Man of the Year for Miami

The Miami Heat have catapulted themselves back into national relevancy this offseason when they finalized the trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. As many NBA fans are aware, narratives and teams attention plays a part in the ability to win NBA awards.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / September 6

Pelle Larsson Expected To Be A Candidate For Most Improved Player Next Season

The Miami Heat are shaping up to be an exciting team in the Eastern Conference next season. While the addition of players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis ensures this, the development of others, such as Pelle Larsson, also demands attention.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 4

Pelle Larsson can do something no Heat player has since 1997

Pelle Larsson has captivated the hearts of many Miami Heat fans and for good reasons. He has displayed how versatile he can be and how he directly translates to winning.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 31

The Reasonable Number for Pelle Larsson's Extension

If your reading this, Pelle Larsson probably got hit in the face, and there is a good chance he is on his way to the free throw line. At least that has been the theme of his last 6 months.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 28

Pelle Larsson’s Huge 31-Point Performance Is Another Encouraging Sign for Miami Heat

Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson continues to shine this offseason, and he delivered an amazing performance for Sweden on Thursday, scoring a game-high 31 points in an 86-81 road victory over Finland in FIBA World Cup qualifying play.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / June 24

Heat Exercise Team Option On Pelle Larsson

The Heat have picked up their $2.3MM team option on Pelle Larsson for the 2026/27 season, the team announced (via Twitter). After being selected in the second round of the 2024 draft, Larssen signed a three-year deal that was non-guaranteed for the upcoming season.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / February 2