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3 biggest questions facing Heat rest of summer
With free agency nearly three weeks old, the bulk of the 2026 Miami Heat offseason has officially concluded. However, there is still work left to do for the Heat, who have three open roster spots (two of which are expected to be used). As the Heat move forward with Giannis Antetokounmpo in the fold—and LeBron […] The post 3 biggest questions facing Heat rest of summer appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat release 2026-27 preseason schedule, will begin in Quebec
The Miami Heat released their full five-game preseason schedule for the 2026-27 season on Thursday. The schedule includes three at home, one on the road and one at a neutral site. The Giannis Antetokounmpo era will unofficially begin in Quebec City, Canada, against the Toronto Raptors (a semi-home game for them…), who are awaiting the […] The post Heat release 2026-27 preseason schedule, will begin in Quebec appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Former Miami Heat guard, 10-year veteran Josh Richardson retires
Former Miami Heat guard and 10-year NBA veteran Josh Richardson is stepping away from the game of basketball, he announced this week. “I always gave my best, that’s why i can say this with no regret,” he said in a social media post Wednesday morning. “I am grateful to have been able to love this […] The post Former Miami Heat guard, 10-year veteran Josh Richardson retires appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Analyzing where this offseason ranks in Miami Heat history
The main course of the Miami Heat offseason is over, even though there’s still work to be done. However, it will be one that we will never forget. Headlined by acquiring two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, where does this offseason rank in Heat history? Let’s examine a few of the best! Honorable mention: 2019 offseason Skinny: […] The post Analyzing where this offseason ranks in Miami Heat history appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Bam Adebayo shares his excitement to team up with Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Heat
Despite striking out on LeBron James, there’s zero room for too much prolonged disappointment. This is because the Miami Heat were already winners of the offseason by landing Giannis Antetokounmpo. After years of rumors and mutual interest, the Heat finally wheel in their long anticipated whale at the heart of his prime. Antetokounmpo is 31 […] The post Bam Adebayo shares his excitement to team up with Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Analyzing this sharpshooter’s potential fit with Heat
As the ol’ adage goes: When there’s smoke, there’s fire. On several occasions over the last few weeks, Five Reasons Sports’ Ethan Skolnick, as well as Anthony Chiang and Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, have connected current Dallas Mavericks sharpshooter Klay Thompson to the Miami Heat. He’s been labeled a “priority,” even though, technically, […] The post Analyzing this sharpshooter’s potential fit with Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Grading every move the Miami Heat made this offseason (so far)
The Miami Heat have had a busy summer. They’re not done, with three open roster spots (two of which they will fill) still open. But with the main course of the summer now over, let’s evaluate every single move the organization made this offseason, headlined by acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo. Miami Heat acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby […] The post Grading every move the Miami Heat made this offseason (so far) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat’s most underrated offseason move is one they didn’t actually make
The Miami Heat have been one of the league’s biggest winners this offseason. Coming off four-straight play-in appearances, they have had a busy summer, headlined by acquiring superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Since then, they drafted Ryan Conwell in the second round, re-signed Simone Fontecchio to the veteran minimum, extended Andrew Wiggins (who was entering the last […] The post Heat’s most underrated offseason move is one they didn’t actually make appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HE...
LeBron James wanted to ‘leave memories where they were’ with Heat in decision making process
LeBron James finally made his free agent decision— after nearly four weeks of waiting— and it wasn’t the Miami Heat. The Heat, along with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors, all got burned in James’ waiting game just to ultimately shock the world in signing with the Philadelphia 76ers for a two-year $8 million […] The post LeBron James wanted to ‘leave memories where they were’ with Heat in decision making process appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Report: Heat expected to have “fresh conversations” with DeMar DeRozan
The Miami Heat have officially struck out on LeBron James, who shocked the NBA world with his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. James dragged his decision making process to a little over four weeks with Miami, Philadelphia and the Cleveland Cavaliers being the most notable suitors throughout. The news of him taking his talents […] The post Report: Heat expected to have “fresh conversations” with DeMar DeRozan appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
LeBron James chooses 76ers over Heat, signs two-year deal
The NBA’s all-time leading scorer has officially made his decision. And it’s not the Miami Heat. James, a four-time champion and a free agent for the first time since 2018, has decided to sign a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania first reported Friday. In a thread posted […] The post LeBron James chooses 76ers over Heat, signs two-year deal appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Pat Riley discusses Tyler Herro’s Heat exit and repeated trade rumors over the years
Turning the page on the Tyler Herro era was inevitable for the Miami Heat. After years of being dangled in trade talks and rumors, Herro was finally shipped out as part of Miami’s Giannis Antetokounmpo package at the start of this summer. Unfortunately, he may have burned bridges on his way out— as breaking news […] The post Pat Riley discusses Tyler Herro’s Heat exit and repeated trade rumors over the years appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Former LeBron James Heat co-star makes his pitch on where the free agent should sign
The three most notable teams in the LeBron James sweepstakes remains as the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers— according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who has reiterated such several times over recent weeks. Teams like the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves have also been lurking in the mix, however it’s been noted by […] The post Former LeBron James Heat co-star makes his pitch on where the free agent should sign appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NB...
Heat’s social media team mistakingly teases LeBron James reunion on Youtube page
To put it mildly, the Miami Heat’s social media team had a little bit of an “oopsy” on Tuesday night. The biggest story around the NBA is where LeBron James will continue his career as he heads into his 24th season. The “King” is being pursued by the Miami Heat, where he spent four seasons […] The post Heat’s social media team mistakingly teases LeBron James reunion on Youtube page appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat president reveals what team’s top priority is as offseason winds down
Miami Heat president Pat Riley made it evident at Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference that they weren’t done after completing one of the biggest trades in NBA History. “I got a call about (the Antetokounmpo trade) after a month of discussion,” Riley said about a call with Heat general manager Andy Elisburg. “The call came […] The post Heat president reveals what team’s top priority is as offseason winds down appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat president reveals what team’s top priority is as offseason winds down
Miami Heat president Pat Riley made it evident at Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference that they weren’t done after completing one of the biggest trades in NBA History. “I got a call about (the Antetokounmpo trade) after a month of discussion,” Riley said about a call with Heat general manager Andy Elisburg. “The call came […] The post Heat president reveals what team’s top priority is as offseason winds down appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Heat’s LeBron James pursuit is the only move capable of amplifying Championship expectations
As it stands, the Miami Heat— along with other suitors— remain in their holding pattern while they await LeBron James’ anticipated free agent decision. Miami still has not filled out the rest of their open roster spots just a little over one week before going into August. There are currently 12 standard contracts set, leaving […] The post Heat’s LeBron James pursuit is the only move capable of amplifying Championship expectations appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
3 areas where Giannis Antetokounmpo boosts Heat most
As we await LeBron James’ decision, most of the Miami Heat’s roster is set for the 2026-27 season. Their biggest order of business was acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, who will practically help them in every conceivable way (minus shooting) on the court. But which areas will he boost the most? Let’s examine! 1. Rim Pressure/Free Throw […] The post 3 areas where Giannis Antetokounmpo boosts Heat most appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
2026 Las Vegas Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (1-3) v. Detroit Pistons (1-3)
The Miami Heat close Summer League on Friday night against the Detroit Pistons. Tip-off will be at 9 p.m. EST on ESPN. Playing on the second night of a back-to-back (yes, those exist in Summer League), Miami has dropped three-straight games to the Orlando Magic, Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors, respectively. Truthfully, the talent contending […] The post 2026 Las Vegas Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (1-3) v. Detroit Pistons (1-3) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA...
Giannis Antetokounmpo makes his best LeBron James pitch as his decision looms
The Miami Heat made a franchise-altering move to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo last month. But they’re not done, as they’re strongly pursuing a potential reunion with free agent LeBron James. Whether he chooses Miami, Philadelphia, goes home to Cleveland or unites with Stephen Curry in Golden State, the league is on hold until then. After his […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo makes his best LeBron James pitch as his decision looms appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Why a reunion with this former Miami Heat guard makes some sense
While the Miami Heat are sweating out LeBron James’ impending decision, they still have work to do after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, and they don’t have much flexibility to work with. So far, Miami has added just one new name in free agency: Tim Hardaway Jr. As a result, it has just three roster spots available […] The post Why a reunion with this former Miami Heat guard makes some sense appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Pat Riley: Heat is ‘waiting’ on LeBron James’ decision
Excluding the three championship parades down Biscayne Blvd., Thursday marked one of the biggest days in (recent) Miami Heat history. The organization introduced Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the city for the first time since their late June blockbuster with the Milwaukee Bucks. But from one multi-time MVP to another, Heat president Pat Riley […] The post Pat Riley: Heat is ‘waiting’ on LeBron James’ decision appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Newest Heat superstar reveals reason for number change
When the Giannis Antetokounmpo-Miami Heat blockbuster was officially announced after the moratorium closed on July 6, the Heat announced that Antetokounmpo would continue wearing No. 34. However, earlier that day, Antetokounmpo said on a Twitch stream that he likes the No. 7, formerly worn by Kel’el Ware and then-occupied by Heat rookie Ryan Conwell. Later […] The post Newest Heat superstar reveals reason for number change appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Giannis Antetokounmpo will sleep better now that he’s Bam Adebayo’s teammate
The Miami Heat officially introduced Giannis Antetokounmpo to the public on Thursday, nearly one month after acquiring him from the Milwaukee Bucks in a pre-draft blockbuster. Following the move, many are anticipating Antetokounmpo getting to play alongside longtime Heat center and team captain, Bam Adebayo. The two shared myriad battles against one another. Now, Antetokounmpo […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo will sleep better now that he’s Bam Adebayo’s teammate appeared first on Hot Hot ...
2026 Las Vegas Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (1-2) v. Toronto Raptors (2-1)
The Miami Heat will play their penultimate Las Vegas Summer League against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night inside the Pavilion. Tip-off will be at 9 p.m. EST on ESPN2. Miami has dropped two-straight games after a dominant 34-point win over Brayden Burries, Kasparas Jakucionis and the Milwaukee Bucks last week. Meanwhile, the Raptors, led […] The post 2026 Las Vegas Summer League GameThread: Miami Heat (1-2) v. Toronto Raptors (2-1) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
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