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Heat emerge as possible landing spot for this veteran guard if they don’t land LeBron James
In an already bad free-agent class, the options for the Miami Heat are getting scarcer by the day. However, in the aftermath of acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Heat are aiming to reacquire LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, over a dozen years after winning two titles with them, his most with any single team. […] The post Heat emerge as possible landing spot for this veteran guard if they don’t land LeBron James appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
The Miami Heat have this 1 key advantage in LeBron James sweepstakes
The Miami Heat are still looking to add to an already-improved roster after acquiring two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo last month. They still have two open roster spots and are just over $10 million away from the first apron hard cap. Nearly two weeks into free agency, the biggest fish, without question, is LeBron James, an […] The post The Miami Heat have this 1 key advantage in LeBron James sweepstakes appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat reportedly grew frustrated of this 1 major Tyler Herro flaw
The Tyler Herro experiment, although had both its good and bad moments, ultimately ended sour. Following a 2025-26 campaign where Herro was essentially playing to prove he was extension worthy, the former All-Star guard appeared in a career-worst 33 games out of the 82-game schedule. And that notion doesn’t even show most of the story. […] The post Heat reportedly grew frustrated of this 1 major Tyler Herro flaw appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Multiple former Heat players had resentment over Bam Adebayo becoming “chosen one”
The Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro era is over for the Miami Heat. And there now may have been some burned bridges in the process. As first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday, Adebayo and Herro were involved in a physical altercation at a Las Vegas practice court. This comes after Herro had publicly made negative […] The post Multiple former Heat players had resentment over Bam Adebayo becoming “chosen one” appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Are the Miami Heat in the lead for LeBron James?
For the first time in nearly a decade, LeBron James is a free agent. And to nobody’s surprise, the 22-time All-Star and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is capturing headlines, especially as it pertains to the Miami Heat. In July of 2010, James made The Decision, a highly publicized free agency special, where he ultimately […] The post Are the Miami Heat in the lead for LeBron James? appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 Las Vegas Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (1-0) v. Orlando Magic (0-1)
The Miami Heat play their second Las Vegas Summer League in as many days against the Orlando Magic on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EST. Led by Ryan Conwell, Jahmir Young and Tre White, the Heat took care of business against Kasparas Jakucionis and the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday in a 119-86 blowout victory. Check out […] The post 2026 Las Vegas Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (1-0) v. Orlando Magic (0-1) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo get into physical altercation amid social media comments
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo and former Heat and current Milwaukee Bucks guard Tyler Herro got into a physical altercation on Friday in Las Vegas, Nev., where Heat big man “struck” Herro in the face, according to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania. According to Charania, the “altercation occurred at a practice court in a Las […] The post Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo get into physical altercation amid social media comments appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 Las Vegas NBA Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (0-0) v. Milwaukee Bucks (0-0)
The California Classic has come and gone, but the 2026 Las Vegas Summer League has arrived! Over the next two weeks, the Miami Heat will play in five different contests in Sin City, beginning with the Milwaukee Bucks Friday at 4:00 p.m. EST inside Thomas & Mack Center. Second-round rookie Ryan Conwell leads Miami. Meanwhile, […] The post 2026 Las Vegas NBA Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (0-0) v. Milwaukee Bucks (0-0) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat will see familiar face in Summer League opener vs. Bucks
The Miami Heat will compete in their first Las Vegas Summer League game Friday afternoon against the Milwaukee Bucks. Ironically, this is the first official time the two teams will be pitted against one another since the Heat completed a blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, arguably the most accomplished player in Bucks franchise history. The […] The post Heat will see familiar face in Summer League opener vs. Bucks appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
All the latest LeBron James intel as Heat reportedly emerge as a top landing spot
LeBron James is the clear-cut biggest fish left available on the market this offseason. And the Miami Heat remain heavily involved as a potential destination. Although it’s still unclear when James will be making this anticipated decision— one that will be the final landing spot of his legendary career— the noise is loud. The fact […] The post All the latest LeBron James intel as Heat reportedly emerge as a top landing spot appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
4 available free agents, not named LeBron James, who can help Heat
The Miami Heat’s offseason has already been wildly successful after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo. But there is still work left for the Heat as free agency dwindles. Now, the Heat are reportedly a frontrunner for four-time champion and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, LeBron James. The 22-time All-Star helped Miami capture a pair of titles in […] The post 4 available free agents, not named LeBron James, who can help Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
5 Heat players to watch during 2026 NBA Summer League
We received the appetizer in San Francisco, Calif., in the California Classic last weekend. But the main course has now arrived! The Miami Heat will officially begin their five-game Las Vegas Summer League journey on Friday. While we’ve already received a mini glimpse of what the puzzle looks like, who are five Heat players you […] The post 5 Heat players to watch during 2026 NBA Summer League appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Pat Riley has lofty goal for Heat’s latest addition
It’s been nearly three decades since former Miami Heat head coach and current team president Pat Riley coached Tim Hardaway Sr. Like father, like son: Now, Tim Hardaway Jr. will be donning the Heat red and black, after signing a one-year, $6 million deal last week. And Riley, who coached his dad, arguably the greatest […] The post Pat Riley has lofty goal for Heat’s latest addition appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
New Heat sharpshooter explains ‘family decision’ behind number controversy
Nearly 17 years ago, former Miami Heat guard Tim Hardaway Sr. became the second player in franchise history to have his number retired. He was the first player in Heat history to earn All-NBA honors (1996-97), averaging 17.3 points, 3.2 rebounds and 7.8 assists across six seasons with the organization. Now, his No. 10 will […] The post New Heat sharpshooter explains ‘family decision’ behind number controversy appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Bucks executive says Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo will be ‘incredibly motivated’ this season
For the first time since the July 22 Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster, Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst faced the media to discuss the franchise-altering decision. The deal netted the Bucks four players and five picks, headlined by Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware and the No. 13 overall pick in last month’s draft. The Bucks met their […] The post Bucks executive says Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo will be ‘incredibly motivated’ this season appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blo...
Miami Heat: 3 takeaways from the 2026 California Classic
The Miami Heat wrapped up their three-game trip in San Francisco, Calif., in the California Classic on Monday, finishing 2-1 with wins over the San Antonio Spurs and Golden State Warriors (Gold). They travel to Las Vegas, Nev., this week to play five more Summer League games, beginning on Friday. But before we dig into […] The post Miami Heat: 3 takeaways from the 2026 California Classic appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 NBA Summer League Gamethread: Miami Heat (1-1) v. Golden State Warriors Gold (2-0)
The Miami Heat cap off their three-game California Classic stint against the Golden State Warriors gold squad Monday inside Chase Center. After a one-point on Friday, Miami lost in the sudden death double overtime to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, 93-91. Ryan Conwell had 16 points on 6-of-18 shooting, though he pulled down a […] The post 2026 NBA Summer League Gamethread: Miami Heat (1-1) v. Golden State Warriors Gold (2-0) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat make Giannis Antetokounmpo trade official, release statement
It’s officially official: Giannis Antetokounmpo is a member of the Miami Heat. Just over an hour after the July moratorium was lifted, the Heat made their acquisition of Antetokounmpo official. As expected, they also acquired Bobby Portis while trading Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks (including No. 13 overall […] The post Heat make Giannis Antetokounmpo trade official, release statement appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA ...
Tim Hardaway Jr. to wear his dad’s retired No. 10 jersey with Heat
Like father, like son. After NBA Hall of Famer and former Miami Heat guard Tim Hardaway Sr. initially denied his son’s access to wear his retired No. 10 jersey after signing with the Miami Heat last week, there has been a change in mind. According to the iconic Heat radio play-by-play voice, Jason Jackson, Hardaway […] The post Tim Hardaway Jr. to wear his dad’s retired No. 10 jersey with Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Outlining which Heat deals can become official on July 6
There have been a slew of trades and free agent signings made over the last several weeks, headlined by the Miami Heat acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo in a six-player blockbuster in late June. However, those deals can’t be made official until July 6 — the official end of the league’s moratorium period. Terms can be agreed […] The post Outlining which Heat deals can become official on July 6 appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 NBA Summer League Gamethread: Miami Heat (1-0) v. Los Angeles Lakers (0-1)
Coming off a thrilling 88-87 win against the Sacramento Kings to open the California Classic, the Miami Heat continue their three-game stint inside Chase Center against the Los Angeles Lakers. Heat second-round rookie Ryan Conwell, plus guard Jahmir Young, both tallied 21 points apiece in the one-point win. The Lakers, meanwhile, were washed away by […] The post 2026 NBA Summer League Gamethread: Miami Heat (1-0) v. Los Angeles Lakers (0-1) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Bl...
Don’t expect a decision from Heat target LeBron James any time soon
Dating back to LeBron James’ high school days at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, he’s been the center of attention. And, for the most part, the four-time champion and former Miami Heat forward surpassed every conceivable expectation placed on his burly shoulders. Fast forward 23 years after he was drafted, and James, once again, has […] The post Don’t expect a decision from Heat target LeBron James any time soon appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 NBA Summer League Gamethread: Miami Heat (0-0) v. San Antonio Spurs (0-0)
The Miami Heat open the annual California Classic with a Friday night showdown against the San Antonio Spurs. The game will tip off at 8:00 p.m. EST inside Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif. You have any thoughts and reactions to the game? React below in our gamethread! Miami Heat Starters: San Antonio Spurs Starters: […] The post 2026 NBA Summer League Gamethread: Miami Heat (0-0) v. San Antonio Spurs (0-0) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 Miami Heat Summer League: 3 biggest storylines to track
The Miami Heat tip off their Summer League Friday night in San Francisco, Calif., in the California Classic. They will play three games in four days against the San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, respectively, before converging with the other 29 teams in Las Vegas, Nev., next week. What are a […] The post 2026 Miami Heat Summer League: 3 biggest storylines to track appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Tracking the Miami Heat’s 2026 undrafted signees
The 2026 NBA Draft has officially concluded! As a result of the Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster trade, the Miami Heat had just one selection in this year’s draft. They traded up four spots — from No. 41 to 37 — and drafted Louisville guard Ryan Conwell! As we famously know, the Miami Heat love plucking under-the-radar […] The post Tracking the Miami Heat’s 2026 undrafted signees appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
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