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Erik Spoelstra

3 best Kevin Durant trade destinations if he breaks up with Rockets after just 1 season

May 4, 2026 @ 2:01pm
BasketballNBAAtlanta HawksCharlotte HornetsHouston RocketsMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

Kevin Durant and the Rockets were eliminated this postseason by the Los Angeles Lakers in one of the more stunning upsets of the past few years. A Lakers team without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves for a substantial portion of the series was able to consistently look like the better team against a Rockets team […] The post 3 best Kevin Durant trade destinations if he breaks up with Rockets after just 1 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pat Riley leaves no doubt about his future with Heat after play-in loss

Apr 27, 2026 @ 1:10pm
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

The Miami Heat’s 2025-26 season came to a disappointing end with the team not making the playoffs after losing their opening round play-in game against the Charlotte Hornets. With potential changes on the horizon, longtime Heat executive Pat Riley left no doubt that he is going to remain part of the franchise for the foreseeable […] The post Pat Riley leaves no doubt about his future with Heat after play-in loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michael Beasley says Bam Adebayo's 83-point game is proof that Erik Spoelstra is holding him back: "I've been telling him this" – Basketball Network

Apr 25, 2026 @ 7:05pm
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
Basketball Network

Michael Beasley says Bam Adebayo's 83-point game is proof that Erik Spoelstra is holding him back: "I've been telling him this"  Basketball Network

Read moreMichael Beasley says Bam Adebayo's 83-point game is proof that Erik Spoelstra is holding him back: "I've been telling him this" – Basketball Network

Norman Powell gets real on potential contract extension with Heat after play-in exit

Apr 17, 2026 @ 7:33pm
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

While the Miami Heat could be headed for big changes coming in the offseason with the amount of rumors flying around, there is also a question regarding veteran guard Norman Powell. As the Heat’s guard tandem of Powell and Tyler Herro was a tough situation to figure out, as head coach Erik Spoelstra said Thursday, […] The post Norman Powell gets real on potential contract extension with Heat after play-in exit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LaMelo Ball Clears the Air on Bam Adebayo Apology Situation

Apr 17, 2026 @ 11:46am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Heavy

The Miami Heat lost Bam Adebayo less than 12 minutes into their NBA Play-In matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. After taking a hard fall on his back, with a contribution from LaMelo Ball committing what the NBA described as unnecessary and reckless contact, Adebayo was ruled out for the entire second half. The Heat put […] The post LaMelo Ball Clears the Air on Bam Adebayo Apology Situation appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Heat’s Erik Spoelstra fires back at narrative after painful play-in exit

Apr 17, 2026 @ 1:31am
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

Fans of the Miami Heat were almost inconsolable after the team lost to the Charlotte Hornets by a solitary point in overtime, 127-126, in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday. The painful defeat ended the Heat’s season. They failed to qualify for the playoffs, snapping their six-year streak, as they bowed out in the Play-In Tournament […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra fires back at narrative after painful play-in exit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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This unique Jaime Jaquez Jr. ability led to instrumental ‘bounce-back year’ with Heat

Apr 17, 2026 @ 12:58am
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

Despite being linked to trade rumors for the majority of the season, Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. kept his chin up, tuned out the noise, and did his job. The result? A bounce-back year for the third-year player. Although the Heat failed to advance to the playoffs after suffering a painful loss to the […] The post This unique Jaime Jaquez Jr. ability led to instrumental ‘bounce-back year’ with Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Erik Spoelstra Surprisingly Defends LaMelo Ball Against NBA

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:41pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Heavy

In a surprising twist, Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra went out of his way to defend LaMelo Ball against critics demanding he gets punished for injuring Bam Adebayo. The Charlotte Hornets got past Miami in the first play-in game, but many Heat fans are livid about Adebayo getting injured from an allegedly “dirty” play […] The post Erik Spoelstra Surprisingly Defends LaMelo Ball Against NBA appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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How Heat’s Bam Adebayo helps Kel’el Ware handle Erik Spoelstra’s coaching

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:29pm
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

MIAMI – While the Miami Heat were hurt by a ton of factors this year, as the team missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2018-19 season, the positive takeaway was the development of key young players. As Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. is in line to contend for Sixth Man of the […] The post How Heat’s Bam Adebayo helps Kel’el Ware handle Erik Spoelstra’s coaching appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bam Adebayo Sends Subtle Message to LaMelo Ball After Nasty Injury Incident

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:25pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo took the petty route when asked about his thoughts regarding his back injury that was caused by Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball.

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LaVar Ball blasts Nick Wright over his LaMelo Ball comments

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:14pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Larry Brown Sports

LaVar Ball is respawning this week to defend his youngest son LaMelo Ball. The Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo drew widespread backlash with a dirty takedown of Miami Heat counterpart Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s play-in tournament game (see the video here). While LaMelo was not punished for the incident in the actual game, the NBA retroactively … The post LaVar Ball blasts Nick Wright over his LaMelo Ball comments appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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The ‘unfortunate’ Tyler Herro-Norman Powell situation that hurt the Heat

Apr 16, 2026 @ 10:56pm
BasketballNBAMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

MIAMI – With potential big changes coming to the Miami Heat this offseason after being eliminated from the play-in tournament at the hands of the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday, there were many disappointing aspects to the team’s 2025-26 season. One area was the Heat’s guard duo of Norman Powell and Tyler Herro, one that head […] The post The ‘unfortunate’ Tyler Herro-Norman Powell situation that hurt the Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bam Adebayo Addresses NBA Officiating After LaMelo Ball Incident

Apr 16, 2026 @ 8:52pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Athlon Sports

Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo had something to say about the officiating after his incident with LaMelo Ball.

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Bam Adebayo Addresses LaMelo Ball Not Checking In After Heat-Hornets Incident

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:39pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami HeatOrlando Magic
Athlon Sports

Bam Adebayo reveals LaMelo Ball never followed through on his postgame apology, fueling major controversy after Miami’s season-ending loss.

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“That’s Just How Balls’ Are Taught”: LaVar Ball Charges at Erik Spoelstra and 2 Analysts For LaMelo Ball Teardown 

Apr 16, 2026 @ 9:44am
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College Football Network

LaVar Ball claps back at Erik Spoelstra, Nick Wright and Jason Whitlock for their harsh comments towards LaMelo Ball.

Read more“That’s Just How Balls’ Are Taught”: LaVar Ball Charges at Erik Spoelstra and 2 Analysts For LaMelo Ball Teardown 

LaMelo Ball’s Dad LaVar Ball Fires Back at Nick Wright for “Clown” Remark While Also Calling Out Erik Spoelstra

Apr 16, 2026 @ 12:32am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

LaVar Ball, LaMelo's father, did not like what Nick Wright and Erik Spoelstra said regarding his son. He went on to call out both personalities while saying that his family likes to play it 'dangerously.'

Read moreLaMelo Ball’s Dad LaVar Ball Fires Back at Nick Wright for “Clown” Remark While Also Calling Out Erik Spoelstra

Did LaMelo Ball Face Suspension After Bam Adebayo Incident? NBA Investigation Details

Apr 16, 2026 @ 12:26am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

LaMelo Ball escaped a suspension for the incident involving Bam Adebayo, but the league shanded him a significant fine.

Read moreDid LaMelo Ball Face Suspension After Bam Adebayo Incident? NBA Investigation Details

LaVar Ball hits back at Erik Spoelstra, others over LaMelo Ball comments

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:56pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami HeatOrlando Magic
ClutchPoints

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball avoided suspension after causing the back injury of Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during their face-off in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday. He, however, was fined a combined $60,000 for “unnecessary and reckless contact” and using profane language in the postgame conference. Ball appeared to intentionally trip Adebayo in the […] The post LaVar Ball hits back at Erik Spoelstra, others over LaMelo Ball comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA announces LaMelo Ball’s punishment for dirty play on Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 10:00pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Larry Brown Sports

LaMelo Ball is not quite getting off scot-free after his takedown of Bam Adebayo on Tuesday night. The NBA announced on Wednesday that they are fining the Charlotte Hornets star Ball a sum of $35,000 for his dirty trip of the Miami Heat counterpart Adebayo during Tuesday’s 9/10 Eastern Conference play-in tournament game. Additionally, Ball … The post NBA announces LaMelo Ball’s punishment for dirty play on Bam Adebayo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lonzo Ball Gets Into It With Sports Analyst Over LaMelo Ball Criticism

Apr 15, 2026 @ 9:16pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsDetroit PistonsMiami HeatOrlando MagicPhiladelphia 76ers
Athlon Sports

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball gets chastised by NBA analysts, including Nick Wright, for the play that injured Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo during their play-in encounter.

Read moreLonzo Ball Gets Into It With Sports Analyst Over LaMelo Ball Criticism

Stephen A. Smith Weighs In on LaMelo Ball Tripping Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game 

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:48pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

Stephen A. Smith details parts and parcels of LaMelo Ball's antics against Bam Adebayo.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Weighs In on LaMelo Ball Tripping Bam Adebayo During Play-In Game 

LaMelo Ball Faces Backlash After Old Clip With Bam Adebayo Resurfaces Following Similar Intentional Foul That’s Going Viral 

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:58pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Total Pro Sports

NBA fans slam LaMelo Ball over a resurfaced video from earlier this season where he was grabbing Bam Adebayo's ankle in similar fashion.

Read moreLaMelo Ball Faces Backlash After Old Clip With Bam Adebayo Resurfaces Following Similar Intentional Foul That’s Going Viral 

LaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:05pm
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
Larry Brown Sports

The Charlotte Hornets survived for another day with their dramatic win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night, but they may have to play without LaMelo Ball as they try to get into the playoffs. The NBA is investigating Ball’s alleged trip of Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s 127-126 overtime win at Spectrum … The post LaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:59am
BasketballNBACharlotte HornetsMiami Heat
ClutchPoints

On Tuesday evening, the Miami Heat’s 2025-26 season came to an end with a brutal loss to the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA play-in game thanks to a game-winner from LaMelo Ball. Earlier in the game, Ball had been the center of controversy when he appeared to intentionally trip Heat center Bam Adebayo, causing the […] The post Kendrick Perkins turns tables on Erik Spoelstra’s LaMelo Ball rant with Heat play-in dig appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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