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Kyrie Irving has interest in playing for the Miami Heat, according to Ethan J. Skolnick, who discussed the possibility on the Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA podcast. The post Kyrie Irving interested in joining Heat, per report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rumors suggest Kyrie Irving has mutual interest in joining the Miami Heat amid rumors of trade away from the Dallas Mavericks.
The Hornets bench Naz Reid for the entire second half of their 115-108 loss in Detroit after he failed to meet Coach Charles Lee's standards, a move linked to a post‑halftime comment. Reid, a former Minnesota player on a five‑year, $125 million deal, and Lee have since addressed the issue. Meanwhile, the team sends second‑year wing Kon Knueppel to the Greensboro Swarm to rehab from a hamstring strain, and rookie AJ Dybantsa debuts for Washington with 19 points and solid defense on James Harden despite a minutes limit. Hawks rookie guard Kingston Flemings posts a breakout 23‑point game against Miami, helping Atlanta rebound with a win over Cleveland.
The Lakers snap a 4-1 start despite Luka Doncic’s back tightness, with the star cleared to return Friday against the Warriors; Ziaire Williams remains questionable. Meanwhile, the Bulls get a spark from Caleb Wilson’s 20 points and Matas Buzelis’s 17 as they fall to Jalen Brunson’s Knicks, showing a promising, aggressive style. In Miami, the Heat finally break an 0‑4 slump by embracing more screens and pick‑and‑rolls, letting Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo dominate the paint and Pelle Larsson rack up eight assists in the win over Atlanta.
Giannis Antetokounmpo earns his first win in a Miami Heat uniform as the team snaps a 0‑4 start, beating the Atlanta Hawks 129‑117. Antetokounmpo tallies 24 points and 18 rebounds, setting a Heat record with 138 points in his first five games and marking his 118th 20‑point‑15‑rebound effort, the third‑most in NBA history. Bam Adebayo shatters the franchise rebounding record, passing Udonis Haslem with 5,794 career boards. Andrew Wiggins adds 18 points and Pelle Larsson contributes 17, while Miami shoots 53 percent and scores 70 points in the paint.
With Kawhi Leonard now out for 3–4 weeks, Jamal Shead’s scoring and playmaking, as shown against Orlando, will be crucial to keeping Toronto’s bench productive.
The fit between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo in Miami has been anything but smooth thus far.
After a rocky 1-4 start that leaves Miami at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, Hot Hot Hoops breaks down six Heat players whose early performances have either boosted or slashed their trade value. The article highlights the standout contributions, costly mistakes, and how these trends could shape roster moves as the 2026‑27 season unfolds.
After five games and a 1-4 start that leaves Miami at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, Hot Hot Hoops breaks down six Heat players whose value has risen or fallen in just one week. The column highlights key contributors, identifies who hurt the team’s prospects, and offers early‑season stock assessments to watch as the 2026‑27 campaign unfolds.
Heat general manager Brett Siegel admits Miami's chase for Kyrie Irving is mostly wishful thinking after the team mortgaged its future for Giannis Antetokounmpo. While the Heat scored a 129‑117 win over Atlanta to improve to 1‑4, they lack draft picks and young talent to match the Mavericks' asking price. Siegel suggests a possible package of Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell and a protected first‑rounder, but warns multiple contenders will likely outbid Miami. Irving, averaging 18 points and shooting 49% in four games, remains a viable scorer, yet Miami’s depleted assets make a realistic trade unlikely.
The Miami Heat break their winless streak with a 129-117 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena, marking their first win of the Giannis Antetokounmpo era. The article highlights three pivotal statistics that fueled the triumph, offering insight into the performance that snapped the Heat’s early-season slump.
Bam Adebayo snaps a slump to lead Miami past Atlanta 129‑117 on Oct. 28, 2026, and cements his place in Heat lore by surpassing Udonis Haslem’s 5,791 career rebounds. Adebayo finishes with 24 points, nine boards and three assists, calling the milestone “special” because he passed a mentor who’s been a year‑round support. Coach Spoelstra dubs him “inspiring player of the game,” presents the game ball, and teammate Keshad Johnson douses him with ice water. Giannis Antetokounmpo congratulates Adebayo, noting his decade‑long Impact. The rebound record sets the stage for Miami’s next NBA Cup clash with Indiana.
The Atlanta Hawks close their first week of the 2026‑27 season at 2‑3 after a 112‑106 loss to the Miami Heat, marking the Heat’s first win. Highlights include a top‑four league ranking in steals and points off turnovers, driven by Dyson Daniels’ defense and a fast‑break offense. Rookie point guard Kingston Flemings shines, dropping 23 points on 75% shooting and adding rebounds, assists, a steal and a block. However, the Hawks struggle inside, being out‑rebounded 147‑117 and outscored in the paint, while Jalen Johnson’s shooting slumps to 42.8% overall and a mere 15.8% from three, raising concerns about interior play and efficiency.
If Miami Heat fans want to keep the winning going, they'd better hope that Andrew Wiggins has finally woken up.
After dropping the first four games, the Miami Heat snap their skid with a 129-117 win over Atlanta, largely thanks to a revamped offense orchestrated by Erik Spoelstra. Bam Adebayo erupts for 24 points, nine rebounds and three steals, his best outing after a sub‑12‑point slump. The Heat ran 57 pick‑and‑rolls – ten more than last season’s high – with Davion Mitchell and Pelle Larsson facilitating, sparking Adebayo’s rhythm and free‑throw opportunities. Spoelstra’s emphasis on intentional, fast‑break play and strategic pick‑and‑rolls proves decisive as the Heat aim to build momentum heading into Friday’s NBA Cup clash with Indiana.
Bam Adebayo silences critics with a career‑high performance as the Miami Heat snap their 0‑4 start, beating the Atlanta Hawks 112‑108 on Wednesday night. Adebayo’s dominant inside play and clutch scoring spark the Heat’s first win of the Giannis Antetokounmpo era, marking a historic bounce‑back that could redefine his role as a co‑star. The article breaks down his key stats, the team’s adjustments, and what this turnaround means for Miami’s early‑season outlook.
Klay Thompson seems to be slowly playing his way out of Erik Spoelstra's starting 5. At a certain point, the Miami Heat may need to try something else.
The Dallas Mavericks’ rocky start to the 2026‑27 season reflects a tough early schedule and key injuries, notably Cooper Flagg’s shoulder sprain. After a 122‑106 loss to the San Antonio Spurs—where the Mavs shot just 50 points from starters and rattled 18 turnovers—Dallas rebounded with a 113‑109 win over Miami, highlighted by Flagg’s historic 29‑point, 11‑assist, five‑steal line that tied his career highs. The next night, the Mavericks upset the Oklahoma City Thunder, extending a potential two‑game winning streak and showcasing the Irving‑Flagg‑Washington core. Despite defensive lapses and roster adjustments, flashes from bench players like Sergio de Larrea and new two‑way contract Walter Clayton Jr. suggest growth potential as the team reshapes its identity.
The Atlanta Hawks fall to rivals Miami Heat 129-117, extending their losing streak to three games. Miami’s Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo each finish with 24 points, while Antetokounmpo adds 18 rebounds as the Heat dominate the paint with 70 points and 21 rim‑basket conversions. Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander‑Walker and rookie Kingston Flemings both score 23, but Atlanta’s defensive lapses and turnover woes prevent a comeback, despite cutting the lead to four late in the fourth quarter. Coach Quin Snyder cites poor ball movement and rim protection as key issues, while the Heat secure their first win of the season.
Dallas forward Zaccharie Rischer has finally slowed his game after the Mavericks’ loss to Houston, and coach Dusty May says the change is visible in his recent Miami Heat win. May credits a new focus on the “quiet eye” – an extended rim‑stare that elite shooters use to improve shot timing under pressure – for Rischer’s cleaner releases and rising three‑point accuracy. The article explains the quiet‑eye concept, cites examples like Tim Hardaway Jr., Klay Thompson and Steph Curry, and notes that Rischer’s receptive attitude could spark a breakout stretch for the young Mav.
Pelle Larsson's versatility is the one thing that could unlock the Miami Heat's most dangerous version of their offense.
Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo credited his team's defensive performance after recording his first victory since joining the franchise. The post Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts to first Heat victory appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Miami scores a breezy win over Atlanta as Erik Spoelstra returns to convention. PLUS: reactions from the other 11 games.
Despite making a splashy offseason move to acquire star Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Miami Heat are anything but hot to start the season.
Erik Spoelstra made an easy adjustment with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo on offense, and it worked swimmingly.