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Miami Heat point guard Davion Mitchell is looking for a return to form on the defensive end next season. With that in mind, Mitchell has worked hard to shed weight this offseason and to transform his body. That's led to some teasing from teammate Bam Adebayo who joked, "Davion is not fat anymore." Mitchell said he took the ribbing from Adebayo in stride, knowing that his teammate knows how hard he works. The sixth-year guard said he doesn't know exactly how much weight he's lost, as he leaves...

There has been plenty of speculation about Klay Thompson potentially becoming available to the Heat or another contender. But the Mavericks apparently aren’t ready to simply let him walk. Specifically, Dallas and Thompson are not currently discussing a contract buyout, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. The Mavericks have explored the trade market for the […] The post Mavericks, Klay Thompson reportedly not discussing buyout appeared first on Hoops Wire.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 27: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks reacts after an injury against the Miami Heat in the second half at Madison Square Garden on January 27, 2024 in New York City. The Knicks defeated the Heat 125-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Most of the ti...

Former University of Miami guard Tre Donaldson is hoping to add his name to the long list of undrafted Heat players who’ve gone on to have productive NBA careers, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes in a subscriber-only story. Donaldson hasn’t slowed down after an impressive showing at Summer League, sharpening his game with […]

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 03: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Miami Heat during the second quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on March 03, 2026 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Nets can extend Michael Porter Jr.’s expiring $40.8 mill...

While there has been plenty of chatter this summer about Miami being interested in Klay Thompson, particularly if he’s waived following a buyout with the Mavericks, the veteran wing and Dallas aren’t currently discussing a buyout, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints (Twitter link). As Siegel notes, the Mavs have explored trades involving Thompson, but nothing […]

Michael Pina thinks the Heat are going to struggle badly on the offensive end.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: The Nike basketball shoes Tre White #78 of the Miami Heat during their 2026 California Classic Summer League game at Chase Center on July 05, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thien-An Truong/Getty Images) | Getty Images Herald Jaylen Brown opens up about Cel...

With the Miami Heat’s new-look team featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, one piece that will prove to be crucial is point guard Davion Mitchell. As Mitchell has gone to work in Greece with his new Heat teammate, Antetokounmpo, he spoke about his goals for the upcoming season. Speaking to the media on Friday during […] The post How Heat’s Giannis, Bam Adebayo are influencing Davion Mitchell’s 2026-27 goals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers have remade their roster but may still have one big move left to make, possibly even a trade for sharpshooter Klay Thompson.

As the Miami Heat try to figure out a nickname for their new star duo of Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo, one of the options they gave fans to vote on caught the attention of the Detroit Pistons.

Ball is a human Rorschach Test — everyone has a different interpretation of his skills. I see: “Crazy talent but can’t be your lead dog.” Charlotte apparently felt similarly, moving Ball and Green for Reid and a haul of future picks. The Hornets got another first, with Allen and O’Neale, for Bridges, then got three seconds attached to Finney-Smith to take DFS from Houston. It was a mature understanding by general manager Jeff Peterson and Charlotte’s front office that the sugar high of a 25-w...

The Milwaukee Bucks moved on from Giannis Antetokounmpo as they now have Tyler Herro as one of their top players ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Antetokounmpo is now on Miami’s roster after the Bucks traded him and Bobby Portis to the Heat. In exchange, they got Herro Nate Ament, Kasparas Jakucionis, Jaime Jaquez Jr., […] The post Bucks’ Tyler Herro soaks it all in during first visit to facility since trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: The New Balance basketball shoes of Vladislav Goldin #50 of the Miami Heat during their 2026 California Classic Summer League game at Chase Center on July 05, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thien-An Truong/Getty Images) | Getty Images Herald Celtics sign s...

DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 12: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrates a three point shot against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at American Airlines Center on April 12, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Positioned directly in the dog days of summer,...

The Milwaukee Bucks finally decided to move on from the Giannis Antetokounmpo era this offseason when they sent him to the Miami Heat in a blockbuster trade that initiated a rebuild. Obviously the biggest question now is how the 10-time All-Star will elevate the Heat, but if you ask former Bucks teammate Malcolm Brogdon, Antetokounmpo […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo gets massive praise from ex-Bucks teammate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 26: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts to becoming the Philadelphia 76ers franchise leader in 3-pointer field goals made during the game against the Miami Heat on February 26, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: ...

The Heat‘s desire to add a high-volume shooter to replace the recently departed Tyler Herro and Norman Powell and bolster the offense around the talented duo of Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo is no secret, nor is their scant means of acquiring said player. There was hope that the matter could be neatly resolved if […]

This time, Milwaukee Bucks guard Tyler Herro punched himself. But only figuratively—and jokingly. Herro is entering his first season with the Bucks, his childhood team, after being traded by the Miami Heat, along with Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, and draft capital in exchange for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis Jr. Antetokounmpo had […] The post Bucks’ Tyler Herro shares hilarious self-aware response to Giannis Antetokounmpo trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers knew they were taking a chance when they acquired Ja Morant. The bigger question is whether the gamble pays off. As Keith Smith of Spotrac recently reported (via SI’s Jeremy Brener), one Portland executive said the organization believes Morant simply needed a fresh start after seven seasons with the Grizzlies. […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Suns, Miles Bridges, Heat appeared first on Hoops Wire.