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The Miami Heat have another injury to deal with. Already missing Hassan Whiteside because of knee issues, the Heat saw power forward Justise Winslow sustain a left knee strain in the first half of Wednesday’s 102-95 home loss at the hands of the Portland Trail Blazers. While the extent of the injury remains unknown, the […]

The Miami Heat have not completely fallen off a cliff without star big man Hassan Whiteside. Rookie Bam Adebayo has stepped in to play solid minutes along the Heat frontcourt, providing good energy and defense when needed. But could Adebayo’s promising play in Whiteside’s absence suddenly make Whiteside expendable? A fan put that question up […]

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra is obviously not an objective observer when it comes to close friend and former colleague Dave Fizdale. Nevertheless, Spoelstra believes Fizdale wasn’t given a fair shake in Memphis to lead the Grizzlies through their transition. Per Manny Navarro of the Miami Herald: “You want him to have a fair shot […]

The Miami Heat almost pulled a fast one on head coach Eric Spoelstra while on their trip to Mexico City. The team stopped at a park to take in some sights. And while doing so, Spoelstra made a trip to the little boy’s room. And you won’t believe what happened next, per Manny Navarro of […]

Miami Heat guard Dion Waiters has the utmost confidence in himself. That’s why when the subject came up of the possibility that he one day come off the bench, he had quite a strong reaction, per Tom D’Angelo of the Palm Beach Post. “I’m a starter in this league, man, that’s who I am,” Waiters […]

Life after basketball is a journey – like literally for former NBA players and ex-Phoenix Suns Cedric Ceballos and Shawn Marion. Some years after deciding to step away from the NBA, Ceballos and Marion now find themselves in another form of competition, as they are now partnering with each other in an attempt to win […]

The mother of two-time NBA champion and former Miami Heat center Chris Bosh has been questioned and named suspect by authorities after she, along with a number of people, was found inside the house owned by Bosh Friday morning, per TMZ Sports. Freida Bosh was among the people listed as suspects by the DeSoto Police […]

Former NBA player and Miami Heat star, Chris Bosh, wants back in. After his career ended prematurely due to repeated blood clots, Bosh has been trying to find a way back into the sport that he loves. It hasn’t been easy, but he’s repeatedly said that he doesn’t think his playing career is over. He doubled […]

Despite not seeing action in the NBA for two seasons, Chris Bosh made it known that he is still not giving up on returning to playing basketball at the highest level. The former 11-time All-Star said recently said that he believes that remains a possibility for him, and is asking the basketball world not to […]

Miami Heat guard Justise Winslow spent a significant stint as a starter, but that all came to an end against Miami’s most recent game. Winslow had started 15 consecutive games, but Heat head coach Eric Spoelstra decided to make a change for the game. The Heat lost, 117-105. But Winslow did not appear too perturbed about […]

Having merited a whopping four-year, $52 million contract after a brilliant 25-game stretch for the Miami Heat, shooting guard Dion Waiters is now being asked to do more than just be the hot hand from time to time. Head coach Erik Spoelstra wants consistency, and for Waiters, it means using his threat to catch fire […]

Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert surprisingly beat his recovery timetable for a knee injury by playing in Monday’s 116-69 demolition of a win over the Washington Wizards at home. That said, Jazz head coach Quin Snyder will continue playing it safe with Gobert, as he intends to manage The Stifle Tower’s minutes in Tuesday’s matchup […]

The Miami Heat continue to fluctuate in and out of the win column as they seemingly have throughout the entire 2017-18 NBA season. However, even before their embarrassing 95-123 loss to the high-powered Golden State Warriors, the Heat have been notably frustrated with the referees as of late. While there are plenty of issues plaguing Miami […]

Miami Heat shooting guard Dion Waiters like to think that he’s the best NBA player in the game today. If it was up to him, he’d probably elect himself to the basketball Hall of Fame right now. That’s just how much belief Waiters has of his skills. Although Dion Waiters’ boundless confidence can rub some […]

Golden State Warriors superstar point guard Stephen Curry is one of the most electrifying players in the league. His combination of lightning-quick handles and craftiness around the basket compliment his status as the greatest shooter in league history. Needless to say, Curry is a matchup nightmare for even the fiercest defenders. However, Miami Heat center […]

With Dwyane Wade’s departure before last season, Dion Waiters has taken over the mantle as the Miami Heat’s go-to guy with the game on the line. He famously made a game-winning 3-pointer to give the Heat a huge win over the Golden State Warriors at home and has had a number of other strong moments […]

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is capitalizing on an opportunity to learn as much as he can in the pros during his first year in the league. That’s apart from just sitting on the bench and watching the game from the sidelines, as he is now relishing the significant bump in minutes afforded to him […]

The Miami Heat could be primed for a roster move. A key date is fast approaching that allows NBA teams to trade players acquired in the offseason. That date is Dec. 15, and the Heat have three players who will be eligible to be traded after that date. Those players are James Johnson, Dion Waiters and […]

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside will be out for the next week or two after further tests revealed a left knee bone bruise, according to a team report. The big man is expected to begin a rehabilitation program immediately that includes strength and conditioning. Whiteside previously had complained about constant pain in his knee, asking […]

The New York Knicks avoided a massive scare on Wednesday after budding superstar Kristaps Porzingis left their game versus the Miami Heat early on with what appeared to be a horrendous ankle injury. Fortunately, Porzingis was able to gingerly walk off under his own power. It was even said that the former No. 3 overall […]

Dion Waiters was tempted to take his talents to the big stage in Madison Square Garden over the course of the offseason, as the New York Knicks darted their interest in the Philly Cheese Swag man during the early days of free agency. Waiters had signed a one-year deal with the Miami Heat and established himself […]

Another NBA season has come and former Miami Heat be forward Chris Bosh hasn’t stepped on the basketball court since he and the organization parted ways last season. July 4 was the day he had been waived after coming to an agreement reluctantly due to reoccurring blood clot issues. The Heat gained $26.8 million in […]

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside missed five games early this season due to a knee injury that’s supposed to be completely healed by now. That doesn’t seem to be the case for the big man, however, as Whiteside confided to reporters just before the Heat took on the New York Knicks Wednesday, per Ira Winderman […]

The New York Knicks frontcourt will receive a huge boost on Wednesday versus the Miami Heat, as Enes Kanter will be available to play on the night. However, they will still be shorthanded, as Frank Ntilikina will sit out the game due to an ankle injury, according to Barbara Baker of News Day. Enes is […]

The firing of David Fizdale was a tough pill to swallow for plenty in NBA circles, one of them is his colleague Erik Spoelstra, who coached the Miami Heat along with Fizdale before he got his first shot at a head coaching gig with the Memphis Grizzlies to start the 2016-17 season. Yet for many […]

LeBron James and Dwayne Wade have now played on two teams together: the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers. The two besties went to four consecutive NBA Finals and won back-to-back championships for the Heat, experiences that they likely look back on from time to time. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra, who coached James and […]

Having last played in an NBA game back in the 2015-16 season, it’s very understandable that Chris Bosh misses competing at the highest level. It also adds to his feeling of wanting to suit up again, as he saw on Tuesday two of his former teammates go up against the Miami Heat, when LeBron James, […]

The New York Knicks have received some much-needed good news with starting center Enes Kanter now probable to play in Wednesday’s game against the Miami Heat. Enes Kanter is probable to play tomorrow against Miami, according to Jeff Hornacek. — Ian Begley (@IanBegley) November 28, 2017 Kanter has missed the Knicks’ last three games due […]

Following his surprise firing from the Memphis Grizzlies, seeing David Fizdale once again on the sidelines of an NBA team remains a possibility, even as early as this season. Prior to his first head coaching job with the Grizzlies, Fizdale was part of the Miami Heat staff, serving as an assistant coach. That said, Heat […]

The NBA has announced that Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic and New Orleans Pelicans big man Anthony Davis have been named the league’s Players of the Week for their respective conferences, for games from November 20-27. Goran Dragic named Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Anthony Davis takes West nod. — Ira Winderman (@IraHeatBeat) […]

It’s been more than a year since Dwyane Wade parted ways with the Miami Heat organization, departing for his hometown Chicago Bulls. That resulted into a one-year run after the franchise decided to re-build and go in a different direction, resulting in a consequent buyout and move to the Cleveland Cavaliers to play alongside his […]

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside is in danger of missing Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bulls on the road. According to Tim D’Angelo of the Palm Beach Post, the big man didn’t participate in his team’s practice on Saturday as he deals with a soreness in his left knee. Whiteside sat out Saturday’s practice because […]

It wasn’t long ago when Miami Head coach Erik Spoelstra lashed out at his team for a poor effort in a crushing 120-95 loss to the Indiana Pacers last Sunday. Spoelstra’s critical comments about his team didn’t seem to fall on deaf ears, as his men responded in the best way possible, beating the league-leading […]

The Miami Heat came into their matchup on Wednesday against the Boston Celtics as clear underdogs, especially with their opponents winning their last 16 games. However, they shocked the basketball world by winning on the night, and abruptly halted the Celtics’ winning streak. The Heat’s social media team also wanted to take part in the […]

The Miami Heat were in a code red situation after losing three of their last four games prior to taking on the league-leading Celtics, who were riding a 16-game win streak. The team managed the unthinkable, taking down the Celtics in a critical 104-98 win on Thanksgiving’s eve. But it’s what preceded the win that […]

After looking to get in his comfort zone as he did last season, forward James Johnson admits the Miami Heat’s 7-9 start isn’t anywhere near his expectations. Matter of fact, the 6-foot-9 Swiss army knife took it a step further, saying the team was in “code red” at this point. “We’re no longer twitching the […]

With only a 7-9 record to show, it’s safe to say that the Miami Heat have been struggling to start the season, and have a number of opportunities that needs to be addressed. One of them is their screen-setting issues, as they’ve been called for offensive fouls often, and have failed to run set plays […]

If there’s a team so far this season that has been playing inconsistently, it’s the Miami Heat. Their 7-9 record speaks for itself, as well as not winning more than two in a row, or having a losing streak longer than three games. They definitely have what it takes to win and bounce back from […]

The Miami Heat have not had the best of starts to this season so far, yet they are still in the thick of things in the Eastern Conference. However, Erik Spoelstra is obviously not satisfied with his team’s performances, especially with the trend he’s seen in their first 16 games. The South Beach team has […]