Miami HEAT
NBA Sunday: Jones Contemplating Retirement
Miami HEAT forward James Jones says strong chance retirement could be in his near future. Eric Maynor adjusting to new role in Portland »Read More
Sixers Coach: Miami Has No Weaknesses
“We did a lot of good things in the first half,” Sixers coach Doug Collins said. “But that team, when they go small and put LeBron at the four, is impossible to guard. You... »Read More
NBA Saturday: The Best Teams in 5 Years
Which NBA teams have the brightest futures? These five teams could be the most dominant five years down the road... What the J.J. Redick trade really means for the Milwaukee Bucks. »Read More
Grading the 2013 NBA Trade Deadline Deals
One of the most uneventful trade deadlines in recent memory, J.J. Redick was the most high-profile trade acquisition while the many teams made only minor deals. »Read More
Spoelstra: Trade Gives ‘roster flexibility’
(Dexter) Pittman was dealt before Thursday’s trading deadline, along with a second-round pick, in exchange for Memphis’ trade exception and a foreign jump-shooting center (Ricky Sanchez) who was drafted back in 2005, plays in... »Read More
Miami HEAT Push Winning Streak to Nine
Can’t handle a muscular Eastern Conference contender? Tell that to the Chicago Bulls, after the Heat rolled to an 86-67 victory Thursday night at the United Center. “Just another win in a long NBAseason,”... »Read More
Spoelstra: Too Early to Rest Players
(Miami coach Erik) Spoelstra said he had no plans to rest players the second half of the season because it’s too early to even think about it. The decision to sit players at various... »Read More
The 10 Most Untouchable NBA Players
Either because of productivity, promise, contract or all of the above, these 10 NBA players likely aren't going anywhere anytime soon. »Read More
All-Star Weekend Sparks James to Cavs Rumor
One of the most memorable moments of All-Star Weekend was watching LeBron James celebrate the three-point championship of Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving. For a growing number of NBA players, executives, reporters and fans around... »Read More
The Worst Trade Deadline Deals of All-Time
The L.A. Clippers turned out fine without Kyrie Irving, but they probably didn't have to just give him away to the Cleveland Cavaliers either. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 16
Where do all 30 teams stand as they head into the NBA trade deadline? The NBA Power Rankings, 16 weeks in . . . »Read More
NBA All-Star Sunday Wrap-Up
A high-scoring affair once again in 2013, Sunday's NBA All-Star Game once again showcased the biggest NBA stars in the game today. »Read More
NBA Saturday: Kobe Defends MJ’s Comments
Kobe Bryant defends Michael Jordan's comment that Kobe is better than LeBron James. LeBron, meanwhile, aggressively disagrees... Midseason awards and five predictions for the second half of the season... »Read More
NBA AM: James Harden Puts Houston On His Back
The Rockets have been searching for a franchise player since Yao Ming. James Harden has stepped in and put the team on his back. »Read More
LeBron James Not Seeking MJ’s Approval
LeBron James isn’t worried about getting Michael Jordan’s approval, which is sure to add more fodder to the LeBron vs. Michael debate that’s picked up steam of late due to James’ impressive run of... »Read More
James Playing Best Basketball of Career?
It’s a mission the Thunder admits is impossible, but one Oklahoma City must take on anyway, that is, if the team has any hope of completing the championship quest that came up oh so... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: February 14th
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after fifteen weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More
LeBron James Makes History Books
It was a homestand like no other in Heat history: five games; five victories; four nights and one Sunday matinee of LeBron James and the Heat at their absolute best. James, shooting recently with... »Read More
Carmelo Amazed at LeBron Performance
“That’s crazy,” Melo said after the New York Knicks practiced on Tuesday. “What he’s doing right now is unbelievable. I mean, he’s scoring 30-something, 40 points in 11 shots, 10-for-12 and things like that.... »Read More
James, Westbrook Named Players of the Week
The Miami Heat’s LeBron James and the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Russell Westbrook today were named Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Monday, Feb. 4 through Sunday, Feb. 10.... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 15
The Boston Celtics say, 'Don't bury us yet' as they jump up the NBA Power Rankings for Week 15 »Read More
NBA Trade Watch – Eastern Conference
A look at what each team in the East might be looking for, and which players they may consider putting on the block… »Read More
The NBA’s Most Anonymous All-Star
Despite being recognized around the league as one of the best power forwards in the game, Portland's LaMarcus Aldridge isn't exactly a household name among NBA fans. »Read More
Conley: ’50-50′ Oden Signs This Season
The San Antonio Spurs have the best record in the NBA and the Charlotte Bobcats have the worst. But they have something in common. Mike Conley, the agent for often-injured free-agent center Greg Oden,... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: February 7th
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after fourteen weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More
Bosh Expects to Be All-Star Starter
Chris Bosh believes the Miami Heat are about to make history. And he doesn’t care how it’s done. The Heat center is expecting his coach, Erik Spoelstra, to name him to start the Feb.... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 14
The New York Knicks are getting healthy, playing well and climbing in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 14 »Read More
Bosh Surprised Raptors Fans Still Bitter
It’s been nearly three years since (Chris) Bosh decided to leave Toronto, yet the sting remains for the fans. They booed him every time he touched the ball despite this being Bosh’s fourth return... »Read More
Gay: Miami Exposed Raptors’ Deficiency
(Rudy) Gay scored Toronto’s first 10 points of the second quarter, allowing Toronto to take its first lead of the game, but said afterward that the team’s lack of familiarity with each other hurt.... »Read More
Spoelstra Will Coach the East All-Stars
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra will coach the Eastern Conference All-Stars for the 2013 NBA All-Star Game, to be played on Sunday, Feb. 17 (8 p.m. ET), at the Toyota Center in Houston.... »Read More
HEAT Send Pittman Down to D-League
The Miami HEAT announced today that center Dexter Pittman has been re-assigned to the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development League, his third stint this season. The Skyforce are the HEAT’s D-League affiliate.... »Read More
Pacers’ Young Showing his Worth on Defense
One of the questions fans constantly asked early in the season was: Why did the Indiana Pacers keep forward Sam Young on the roster when they could have kept the spot open for potential... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Getting Trade Deadline Stars
Several teams have plans for getting star players into their lineups before the trade deadline, but not in the way you think... Rudy Gay and Tayshaun Prince both shine in their debuts... Seven teams... »Read More
James, Parker Named Players of the Month
The Miami Heat’s LeBron James and the San Antonio Spurs’ Tony Parker today were named the Kia NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Month, respectively, for games played in January. James captured... »Read More
Fantasy: MVP and Other Mid-Season Awards
With half the 2012-2013 campaign in the books, HOOPSWORLD is here to hand out the hardware… »Read More
Bloodshed Expected in HEAT’s Scrimmages
Since early in the season, those on the fringe of the Heat’s rotation have squared off in 2-on-2 half-court skirmishes — starting about 75 minutes before tipoff and ending. Now the proceedings have expanded... »Read More
Wade, Paul Captains of All-Star Saturday
For now, it will be strictly for bragging rights as the All-Star guards for the Heat and Clippers square off in leading a first-ever overall team format on All-Star Saturday Night. Miami’s (Dwyane) Wade... »Read More
LeBron Motivated by Evans’ Comments
Reggie Evans said just nine words to a single reporter Wednesday morning. It was dismissive and competitive but just his personal opinion. “It doesn’t prove nothing, that was a lockout season,” Evans said to the... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: January 31st
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 13 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More
Three-Point Shootout Deserves Star Power
To compete with the Slam Dunk Contest on All-Star Saturday Night, the Three-Point Shootout needs NBA stars who will produce an exciting and exhilarating competition. »Read More
NBA AM: Do The Celtics Need To Make A Trade?
Most believe the Celtics need to make a trade with Rajon Rondo injured, but that may not be the case if Avery Bradley raises his game »Read More
Miami to Sign Varnado Rest of Season?
The Miami Heat are finalizing a contract with forward Jarvis Varnado for the remainder of the season, league sources tell Y! Sports. via Adrian Wojnarowski via Twitter »Read More
Chalmers Ranks Himself in Top Ten of PGs
Who doesn’t belong on the following list? Chris Paul, Kyrie Irving, Derrick Rose, Rajon Rondo, Deron Williams, Mario Chalmers, Tony Parker, Russell Westbrook, Steve Nash and Stephen Curry. If you guessed Chalmers, you’re undoubtedly... »Read More
Andersen to Sign Second 10-Day Contract
Chris “Birdman” Andersen will sign a second 10 day contract with Miami on Wednesday, a league source tells Y! Sports. via Adrian Wojnarowski via Twitter »Read More
Cavs, HEAT Front Runners to Land Oden?
The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Miami Heat have emerged as the leaders to land former No. 1 pick Greg Oden. The 7-foot Oden, who hasn’t played since Dec. 5, 2009 due to multiple knee... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 13
Flaying under the radar, the San Antonio Spurs suddenly climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with the league's best record. »Read More
Ray Allen’s Return to Garden ‘Very Weird’
“It was very weird,” Allen said after the Celtics beat the Heat, 100-98, in double overtime. “Going to the other locker room, it’s been a long time since I’ve been on that side of... »Read More
Allen Unaffected by First Return to Boston
Ray Allen returns to Boston on Sunday for the first time since he passed on an offer to stay with the Celtics to instead join their rivals, the Miami Heat. Allen won a championship... »Read More
Chris Bosh Believes He’s a Hall of Famer
Miami HEAT forward Chris Bosh always has had plenty of confidence. Now, he’s talking about how he will be enshrined in Springfield, Mass. in the Basketball Hall of Fame. “Hell, yeah, of course. I’ve... »Read More
LeBron Tackles Half-Court Shot Winner
At midcourt, a sweepstakeswinner named Michael Drysch of McHenry, Ill., had just swished a half-court shot for $75,000. (LeBron) James rushed Drysch and tackled him in a spontaneous celebration. After the game, no one... »Read More
NBA Salary Now, Salary Tomorrow
Which NBA teams still have cap flexibility today? Which franchises project to have spending power over the offseason? »Read More
Dwyane Wade Showing Signs of Former Self
(Dwayane) Wade, who had left knee surgery last July, said early in the season it wouldn’t be fair to really judge his play until after next month’s All-Star break. Never mind that TNT analyst... »Read More
Bosh Unconcerned about Making All-Star Team
Tucked behind LeBron James’ second triple-double of the season, and hidden beneath Dwyane Wade’s season-high 35-point outburst was one of Bosh’s best games in weeks. Considering his recent struggles, the 12 points and 12 rebounds Bosh... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: January 24th
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 12 weeks of basketball. »Read More
Ray Allen Not Ruling Out Retirement
Yet, while it appears (Ray) Allen still has more than fumes in his tank, the Miami Heat reserve guard acknowledges he may be closer to his career finish line than people think. “I don’t... »Read More
The Culture of Entitlement in Sports
Dr. Travis Heath discusses the culture of entitlement in sports and the impact that it has on communities. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 12
The Utah Jazz climb to 13 in the NBA Power Rankings. The Oklahoma City Thunder and L.A. Clippers stand strong in the top two spots. »Read More
Agent: Harrellson Won’t Resign with HEAT
Heat reserve Josh Harrellson will not resign with the Heat for another 10-day contract, according to Harrellson’s agent. “It’s best for both sides that Josh look at other options,” agent Merle Scott told The... »Read More
Kobe Expected to do Too Much for L.A.
It was asking a lot of Kobe Bryant when the Los Angeles Lakers shifted to assigning the 34-year-old to guarding the opposing team’s most dynamic guard while still relying on him on the offensive end. It was asking... »Read More
LeBron Youngest Player to Reach 20,000 Points
LeBron James has become the youngest player in NBA history to score 20,000 points. James eclipsed the milestone Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors when he made a short jumper with 2:45 left... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: January 17th
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after eleven weeks of basketball. »Read More
Dwyane Wade Not Mad About Benching
Miami HEAT guard Dwyane Wade said Wednesday he has no ill will over coach Erik Spoelstra’s decision to sit him in the fourth quarter of Monday’s loss to the Utah Jazz. In the 104-97 setback... »Read More
Miami HEAT Interested in Nuggets Mozgov?
An intriguing big man has emerged on the trading block that the Miami Heat could go after. League sources said the Denver Nuggets are looking to deal center Timofey Mozgov, who has been unable... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 11
The Oklahoma City Thunder climb back to the top of the NBA Power Rankings, nudging slightly ahead of the Los Angeles Clippers. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD TV: Pittman Working To Help HEAT
Miami HEAT center Dexter Pittman talks from the 2013 NBA Development League Showcase about how he can help the HEAT this year in the defense of their title. »Read More
Loading ...
