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Norman Powell isn’t here to talk about trade rumors after joining rebuilding team on $50 million contract

The Chicago Bulls introduced themselves at their Media Day on Monday at the United Center. One new face brought in to help chart a new path is veteran Norman Powell. In the offseason, Powell signed a two-year, $45 million contract after leaving the Miami Heat. However, his contract includes a team option in the second […] The post Norman Powell isn’t here to talk about trade rumors after joining rebuilding team on $50 million contract appeared first on ClutchPoints .

LeBron James confirms he would’ve joined Knicks if they didn’t win NBA Finals

LeBron James has always had an interest in playing in New York City for the New York Knicks, and the dream of him finishing his career in Madison Square Garden almost came true in NBA free agency this offseason. Although James was only considering the Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and […] The post LeBron James confirms he would’ve joined Knicks if they didn’t win NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Heat Notes: Giannis, Adebayo, Spoelstra, Thompson

Speaking at Monday’s media day, Giannis Antetokounmpo said he’s “in a very, very good place” as he prepares for his first season with the Heat, according to Barry Jackson and Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald (subscription required). He admitted that it’s “still weird” adjusting to a new setting after spending 13 years in Milwaukee, […]

Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I don’t care about being best, I care about being a winner.’

There’s nothing quite like being at the top of the pyramid. After the 2020-21 season, you could argue that Giannis Antetokounmpo, fresh off his first and only championship with the Milwaukee Bucks, was there. At the time, he was one season removed from winning back-to-back MVPs, becoming the 12th player ever to win it in […] The post Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I don’t care about being best, I care about being a winner.’ appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I don’t care about being best, I care about being a winner.’

There’s nothing quite like being at the top of the pyramid. After the 2020-21 season, you could argue that Giannis Antetokounmpo, fresh off his first and only championship with the Milwaukee Bucks, was there. At the time, he was one season removed from winning back-to-back MVPs, becoming the 12th player ever to win it in […] The post Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I don’t care about being best, I care about being a winner.’ appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Miami Heat Bring Back 2x NBA Champion Norris Cole in Major Coaching Move

The Miami Heat is reunited with former NBA player Norris Cole ahead of the 2026-27 season. According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Cole returns to the Heat franchise as part of the coaching staff of the team’s G League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce. Chiang reported that the former professional basketball player will [...]

Vin Baker discusses close relationship with Giannis Antetokounmpo

Vin Baker is pleased that his move to the Miami Heat will allow him to continue working closely with Giannis Antetokounmpo after the two spent years together in Milwaukee. Baker joined Miami’s coaching staff this summer following eight seasons with the Bucks. During that time, he developed a strong relationship with Antetokounmpo that extended beyond […] The post Vin Baker discusses close relationship with Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

LeBron James Reveals One Regret He Still Has From Lakers

LeBron James accomplished what he set out to do when he joined the Lakers, but there is still one part of his time in Los Angeles that bothers him. James helped deliver the Lakers their 17th NBA championship in 2020, defeating the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals inside the Orlando bubble. But because of […] The post LeBron James Reveals One Regret He Still Has From Lakers appeared first on Basketball Forever .

NBA Notes: Heat, Dennis Smith Jr, Nets, Jordi Fernandez, Warriors

Heat Dennis Smith Jr. has another agreement with an NBA team, though his next stop appears likely to be back in the G League. The Heat will sign Smith to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Winderman adds that Smith won’t be with the team for the […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Dennis Smith Jr, Nets, Jordi Fernandez, Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Heat vs Knicks 2026–27: Matchups, Futures and the East’s Renewed Rivalry

The Eastern Conference looked like it had a settled order heading into the offseason. The New York Knicks were the champions, and the question was simply how strong the field around them would be.  Then Pat Riley made the move that changed the entire calculation. Giannis Antetokounmpo is now a Miami Heat player, and the […] The post Heat vs Knicks 2026–27: Matchups, Futures and the East’s Renewed Rivalry appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo share incredible moment with Norris Cole

The Miami Heat hit the jackpot this offseason when their longtime pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo finally paid off. As the Heat prepare for the 2026-27 season, Antetokounmpo caught up with an old Heat champion, Norris Cole, who was part of the franchise’s championship teams in 2012 and 2013. “I grew up watching you,” Antetokounmpo exclaimed. […] The post Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo share incredible moment with Norris Cole appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Former LeBron James teammate returns to Miami Heat in major role

A familiar face has returned to the Miami Heat for a major role. According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Norris Cole has joined the coaching staff of the Heat's G League affiliate. The former NBA guard will serve as an assistant coach for the Sioux Falls Skyforce heading into the 2026-27 season. https://x.com/HeatvsHaters/status/2104286440121159694?s=20 Norris Cole rejoins Miami Heat Norris Cole is back with the Miami Heat, but this time as an assistant coach. The 28th pick of the 201...

Minor Roster Moves: Wizards, Wolves, Nets, Clippers, Pistons

By Rory Maher | at September 27, 2026 4:01 pm The Wizards have signed Reece Beekman, Trevor Keels, Chris Livingston, and Steve Settle to Exhibit 10 contracts, the team announced today (via Twitter). In a corresponding move, KeShawn Murphy has been waived. Beekman (Warriors, Nets), Keels (Knicks, Heat) and Livingston (Bucks, Cavaliers) all have varying levels of NBA experience. Settle spent last season in the G League with the Sioux Falls Skyforce, Miami’s affiliate team, after going undrafted ...

Minor Roster Moves: Wizards, Wolves, Nets, Clippers, Pistons

The Wizards have signed Reece Beekman, Trevor Keels, Chris Livingston, and Steve Settle to Exhibit 10 contracts, the team announced today (via Twitter). In a corresponding move, KeShawn Murphy has been waived. Beekman (Warriors, Nets), Keels (Knicks, Heat) and Livingston (Bucks, Cavaliers) all have varying levels of NBA experience. Settle spent last season in the […]

Klay Thompson favored for Heat starting role

Klay Thompson could have an advantage in the competition for the Miami Heat’s final starting position because of his proven three-point shooting, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. Thompson joined Miami after reaching a buyout agreement with the Dallas Mavericks during the offseason. The veteran guard brings significantly more long-range experience than anyone […] The post Klay Thompson favored for Heat starting role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .