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Donovan Mitchell admits Cavaliers earned criticism after latest failed playoff run.

Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension with the franchise, sources told ESPN.

With the recent moves of the Heat signing Klay Thompson and center Nick Richards, another transaction was Keshad Johnson being given the third two-way contract. As the signing for the Heat sets up Johnson’s third season with the franchise, there’s no denying that some sacrifice was made in a massive pay cut. Johnson had been […] The post Heat’s two-way signee gets real on taking significant pay cut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After the Miami Heat signed star Klay Thompson to fill the priority of three-point shooting on Aug. 23, the team shortly after addressed another need in the frontcourt. As the Heat signed center Nick Richards, the newcomer would send a message to the rest of the NBA about not giving him a shot. Richards signed […] The post Nick Richards sends warning to NBA after signing with Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Heat, who still have room to carry a 15th man into the regular season without exceeding their hard cap, have “some internal interest” in adding a veteran guard to provide more depth in their backcourt, NBA insider Jake Fischer said during a Bleacher Report live stream (video link). Free agent guard Gabe Vincent played […]

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JULY 5: Chris Manon #30, Arthur Kaluma #47, and William Hickey #66 of the Los Angeles Lakers smile after the game against the Miami Heat during the California Classic Game on July 5, 2026 at Chase Center 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by...

The Pistons have fully guaranteed Paul Reed’s salary for the 2026/27 season, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report (Twitter link). As a result of the move, Reed will now be assured of receiving the full $5,602,689 owed to him in the final year of his current contract. It’s essentially a formality […]

Keshad Johnson has chosen to return to the Miami Heat on a two-way contract despite receiving standard-contract offers from other teams, accepting a significant salary reduction to remain with the organization. Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reported that Johnson’s salary will drop from $2 million last season to $678,882 on his new two-way deal, […] The post Keshad Johnson chose Heat two-way deal despite standard offers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Several scouts have travelled Down Under to scout 2027 draft prospect Dash Daniels, ESPN’s Olgun Uluc tweets. The Thunder, Warriors, Magic, Trail Blazers and Rockets have sent scouts to the NBL Blitz, with the Heat heading in later this week for the five-day event. Daniels, an 18-year-old guard, is currently a member of Melbourne United […]

Two-time All-Star Victor Oladipo is determined to make a comeback with eyes on potentially joining the Miami Heat ahead of the upcoming season. As Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo lead the Heat into a promising new era, which will include four-time champion Klay Thompson in 2026-27, Oladipo has spent the summer working out at the […] The post Heat rumors: Miami insider’s Victor Oladipo revelation comes with harsh reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New Miami Heat center Nick Richards said his free agency didn't go as planned. However, Richards is planning to turn that into a positive by playing this season with something to prove. That starts with Richards saying he landed in the best situation for himself. "I feel like I'm in the right situation that was best for me," Richards said. "From my team's standpoint, my agency and myself, (a non-guaranteed contract) wasn't really what was planned. But I think we just got to take advantage of ...

Nick Richards has started 114 games in his NBA career, but the 28-year-old big man had to settle for a one-year, non-guaranteed contract with the Heat in free agency. Miami wanted more depth in the frontcourt and Richards comes to the organization with something to prove. “I feel like I’m in the right situation that […]

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 14: Kel'el Ware #7 of the Miami Heat plays against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on April 14, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Kel’el Ware is an enigma. He possesses God-given ability lik...

Victor Oladipo, who has been out of the NBA since April 2023, has written an open letter to NBA general managers asking for another chance and saying he's now healthy.

The Antetokounmpo brothers won't be together during the 2026-27 NBA season, as Thanasis is continuing his professional career in Greece.

Here are six acquisitions that could prove to be sneaky good fits.

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2 Mar 2002: Head coach Don Nelson of the Dallas Mavericks kicks at his center, Dirk Nowitzki #41, before the NBA game against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Heat won, 109-95. DIGITAL IMAGE. 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: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: Glenn James/NBAE/...

Erik Spoelstra believes international basketball can be one of the best ways for NBA players to prepare for a new season while continuing their development. The Miami Heat and USA Basketball head coach discussed the benefits as Heat players Simone Fontecchio and Nikola Jovic represented Italy and Serbia, respectively, during the 2027 FIBA World Cup […] The post Erik Spoelstra backs NBA players joining national teams appeared first on TalkBasket.net.