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On YouTubeMiami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20
Erik Spoelstra’s ‘tough’ admission on Heat cutting Precious Achiuwa
As the Miami Heat surprisingly waived Precious Achiuwa before the opener on Wednesday against the Orlando Magic, it was one of the cuts made to get to the maximum number of players ahead of the start of the regular season.
Miami Heat News / Fastbreak on SI / October 19
Miami Heat, Pacers Coaches Address Cutting Ties With Notable NBA Vets
The Miami Heat and the Indiana Pacers both cut ties with intriguing NBA veterans this week. The latter team waived Cam Payne shortly after bringing him on.
Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Erik Spoelstra Reveals Private Conversation With Precious Achiuwa After Heat Release Provides $13.3M Relief
Last night, the Miami Heat wrapped up their preseason with another defeat, falling to the Memphis Grizzlies 125-141. Unfortunately for Erik Spoelstra’s team, they finished the preseason without a single victory.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 18
Reunion cut short for Miami Heat former first-round pick
The statistic was fun while it lasted. After signing Precious Achiuwa to a non-guaranteed contract, the Miami Heat briefly had all of their last seven first-round picks on their roster.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 18
NBA Moves: Heat, Precious Achiuwa, Knicks, Garrison Mathews, Suns
Miami has made its final round of cuts and is promoting one of its young guards in the process. The Heat waived big man Precious Achiuwa along with Ethan Thompson, Dain Dainja and Bez Mbeng, per Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.
Miami Heat News / Fastbreak on SI / October 18
Miami Heat’s Precious Achiuwa Joins Top NBA Free Agent List
Precious Achiuwa’s second stint with the Miami Heat seems to be coming to a close. According to a report, the veteran center has been told that the Heat are going to add him to a group of players set to be waived ahead of Saturday’s deadline.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 11
NBA Notes: Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Precious Achiuwa, Raptors
Jonathan Kuminga says he’s finally at peace. After a long restricted free agency stretch that ended with a two-year, $46.8 million deal, the 23-year-old forward told Andscape’s Marc J.
Miami Heat News / Fastbreak on SI / September 29
Miami Heat's Precious Achiuwa Deal Will Have NBA Teams Watching
Precious Achiuwa’s free agency ended recently with a return to the Miami Heat. For roughly one month, Achiuwa was linked to the Heat as a potential addition, but it was reported that Miami would likely wait a while to bring him in.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 27
There's little risk (now) with Pat Riley's latest signing
The decision to draft Precious Achiuwa did not come without consequences. While the Miami Heat have mostly hit on their first round picks over the past decade, even though they've not been in the top 10, the selection of Achiuwa out of Memphis at No.
NBA News / Field Level Media / September 25
Heat bring back big man Precious Achiuwa
The Miami Heat signed former first-round pick center/forward Precious Achiuwa and released rookie guard Gabe Madsen on Thursday. A first-round pick (20th
Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / September 25
Heat Bring Back Former First-Round Pick To Address Glaring Issue
MIAMI — The Heat have turned to a familiar face to address their most obvious weakness. The Heat are bringing back power forward/center Precious Achiuwa on a veteran minimum, non-guaranteed deal, according to Shams Charania.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 24
East Notes: Heat, Precious Achiuwa, Nets, Michael Porter Jr, Knicks
The Heat are bringing back a familiar face, agreeing to a one-year deal with big man Precious Achiuwa, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald adds that it’s a non-guaranteed minimum contract.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 24
Precious Achiuwa Returns to The Miami Heat on a One Year Deal
It's been clear that the one glaring hole on the Miami Heat roster, aside from filling the hole of Tyler Herro for the first few weeks of the season, was the depth at the big man position.
NBA News / Sporting News / September 24
Former Knicks forward/center joins Miami Heat 
Precious Achiuwa leaves the Knicks for Miami in free agency, having played 106 games with New York.
New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / September 9
Former Knicks free agent big man could go unsigned this offseason
Former New York Knicks big man Precious Achiuwa is still a free agent with less than a month before preseason begins for most teams. Despite proving to be an impactful piece for a competitive New York team, the Knicks have already established that they are ready to move on.
NBA News / Raptors Nation / August 27
Former Raptors Center Precious Achiuwa Is Still Without NBA Job
Former Toronto Raptors center Precious Achiuwa is still looking for a new team. The 25-year-old entered the 2025 offseason as an unrestricted free agent and he still remains unsigned by any NBA team.
New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 24
Former Knicks Forward Remains Free Agent Option
Former New York Knicks forward Precious Achiuwa is still a free agent nearly two months after he was allowed to sign with other teams around the league.
New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / August 1
Former Knicks forward drawing interest from Panathinaikos
Having failed to land Jonas Valanciunas last month, the Greek club Panathinaikos remains on the lookout for frontcourt help and reportedly has NBA free agent big man Precious Achiuwa on its radar.
New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / July 4, 2024
Knicks looking for backup center, insider reveals possible 'favorite' among their options
The Knicks’ biggest need is a backup for center Mitchell Robinson. Who is out there for the Knicks to grab?
New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / June 30, 2024
Knicks not extending qualifying offer to winter trade acquisition
The New York Knicks aren't extending a qualifying offer to big man Precious Achiuwa, but that doesn't mean he won't ultimately end up with them ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
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