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Norm Powell Opens Up About Why He Left the Miami Heat

Locked On Podcast Network, David Ramil — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Miami Heat are back in the NBA's national spotlight—and the schedule proves it. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to Miami landing a Christmas Day showdown against the Boston Celtics and an ESPN game against the Minnesota Timberwolves to open the season. What do these marquee games say about the expectations surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and the new-look Heat?

Then, Norman Powell is opening up about his departure from Miami. Powell said he expected to return to the Heat and believed there were potential paths to keeping him after the Giannis trade, comments that sparked a reaction from Heat fans and prompted Powell to clarify his remarks online.

Wes and David break down what Powell actually said, why Miami never made him an offer and whether the Heat should have sacrificed additional flexibility—or moved players like Nikola Jovic—to bring Powell back.

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Miami Heat get Christmas and Opening Night spotlight

Five Reasons Sports Network — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:17:19 GMT

Well, the Miami Heat must matter again. Ethan was wrong; they're getting a Christmas Day game, against the Celtics. They're also facing Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on opening night. Ethan and Alex dig into the two matchups.

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Ira Winderman talks Heat schedule release, Giannis expectations & Klay Thompson

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:54:03 GMT

The NBA Just Sent a HUGE Message About the Miami Heat

Locked On Podcast Network, David Ramil — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:08:17 GMT

The NBA just sent a pretty clear message: The Miami Heat are back in the national spotlight. Wes Goldberg reacts to the first major announcements from the 2026-27 NBA schedule, with Miami landing marquee games during both Opening Week and on Christmas Day.

What does another Christmas appearance mean for a Heat team that has historically thrived on the holiday? Wes looks at Miami's Christmas history, the renewed rivalry with Boston and why that matchup carries extra juice after the Celtics swept the season series last year.

Then, zooming out, Wes explains what these national TV assignments tell us about how the NBA views the new-look Heat. Miami is one of just 10 teams featured during both Opening Week and Christmas, putting Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and the Heat firmly back among the league's biggest attractions.

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The Miami Heat's chances for a Christmas game

Five Reasons Sports Network — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:09 GMT

After getting Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Miami Heat would seem poised for a return to Christmas Day -- and a lot of time on the national TV slate. But will it actually happen? As the schedule is released starting Tuesday, we will see how the league and TV execs view this team. Ethan and Greg host.

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NBA Schedule Release, Heat Christmas Day

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:05:00 GMT

Which former Heat player has the best season: Norm, Tyler or someone else?

Five Reasons Sports Network — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:37:16 GMT

With 5 members of the Heat rotation now playing elsewhere, Ethan Skolnick and Alex Toledo look at what they've all said since leaving (via trade or free agency), who will hurt the Heat most in matchups this season, and who has the best future.

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Five Reasons Sports Network — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:57:09 GMT

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Are the Miami Heat REALLY the 11th-Best Team in the East?!

Locked On Podcast Network, David Ramil — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:01:40 GMT

How do the Miami Heat actually match up with the best teams in the Eastern Conference? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil begin a two-part series breaking down Miami's positional matchups against the East's top contenders. First, they react to Michael Pina ranking the Heat 11th in the Eastern Conference and his concerns about the spacing around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Are those concerns legitimate, or has the skepticism about Miami's offense gone too far?

Then they go matchup-by-matchup against the Boston Celtics. How do Davion Mitchell, Andrew Wiggins, Bam and Giannis stack up against Boston's loaded lineup? Finally, they turn to the New York Knicks and examine the challenges of defending Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns—and where Miami might have advantages of its own.

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The concerns about Miami Heat shot creation

Five Reasons Sports Network — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:11 GMT

If the Miami Heat don't add a proven scorer such as DeMar DeRozan, will they be able to generate enough offense -- especially when Giannis Antetokounmpo sits? Ethan Skolnick and Brady Hawk assess what's needed, and where it might come from.

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Five Reasons Sports Network — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:24:37 GMT

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Why don't the Miami Heat just sign DeMar DeRozan?

Five Reasons Sports Network — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:34 GMT

The Miami Heat are still holding three roster spots open -- and while we believe one would be for a bought-out Klay Thompson -- they still could sign veteran scorer DeMar DeRozan. Ethan and Alex explore why they haven't yet, and whether they will regret it if DeRozan goes elsewhere.

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DeRozan numbers that will surprise you - is he the missing piece for the Heat?

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:48:11 GMT

Hurricanes, Panthers, Heat - which team has more pressure to succeed?

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:45:32 GMT

Will the Heat miss the playoffs... and play-in?!

Five Reasons Sports Network — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:37:24 GMT

Well, this was an interesting take. The Ringer has the Miami Heat, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, finishing 11th in the East, worse than last season. Is this really possible? Ethan and Alex look at the rankings.

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Are the Heat Bam or Giannis' Team? & Lineups We CAN'T Wait to See

Locked On Podcast Network, David Ramil — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:14:29 GMT

The mailbag is back, and this one is packed with some of the biggest questions surrounding the new-look Miami Heat. Is this still Bam Adebayo's team, or has Giannis Antetokounmpo officially become the face of the franchise? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the leadership dynamic, offensive hierarchy, and why the answer may not be as simple as it seems.

We also reveal the lineup combinations we're most excited to watch, discuss how Miami stacks up against the Eastern Conference's top contenders, and explore whether Ben Simmons could actually make sense as a low-risk addition. Plus, we react to the possibility of Bradley Beal and Nick Richards joining the roster, talk about two-way players and developmental options the Heat should monitor, and share our expectations for what Giannis could mean to Miami's regular-season success.

00:00 Are the Heat Bam or Giannis' team?

13:32 Who matches up with Giannis?

21:57 Is Beal and Richards a disappointing outcome?

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703: Which Way Miami Heat?

Blue Wire — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:02:40 GMT

Can Giannis match the first Heat seasons of Zo, Shaq, LeBron and Jimmy?

Five Reasons Sports Network — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:03:23 GMT

When the Heat get a star-level player, that player tends to excel immediately. Where will Giannis Antetokounmpo's first Heat season rank compared to some other greats? Ethan and Greg project.

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50 Million with 2 rings OR 400 Million with no rings - what career are you choosing?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:46:02 GMT

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Miami Heat: Ryan Conwell’s path to minutes

Five Reasons Sports Network — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:00:21 GMT

Ryan Conwell was a player the Miami Heat targeted in the 2nd round of the NBA draft back in June. They traded up to draft Conwell. Greg Sylvander & Digital Adel discuss Conwell’s strengths and how he may find a way to get into the rotation at some point next season.

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