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Dwyane Wade Admits Real Reason Shaquille O’Neal Joined Miami Heat: “He Wanted to Get Another Championship Before Kobe Bryant. Everyone Knows This”

Dwyane Wade reveals the real reason why Shaquille O'Neal made the blockbuster trade to Miami Heat. Read more to find out.

“Watch You Self You Cry Baby”: Nikola Jokic’s Brothers Jump to His Defense After Heat Star Reignites Beef

Miami Heat star Markieff Morris has recently reacted to a post and explained his absence from the court with the physique of Nikola Jokic.
NBA: Miami Heat at Denver Nuggets

WATCH: Miami Heat Game Witnesses Violence as 7 ft Star Shoves Tyler Herro in Ugly Scenes

Blazers star Jusuf Nurkic and Miami Heat star Tyler Herro engaged in an altercation that led to both being ejected by the referee.
NBA: Miami Heat at Los Angeles Lakers

Dallas Legend Dirk Nowitzki on His Biggest Motivation: “Kobe Bryant Isn’t Sleeping In And Tim Duncan Isn’t Sleeping In..”

Dallas Mavericks legend, Dirk Nowitzki reveals how Lakers' legend Kobe Bryant and Spurs' legend Tim Duncan motivated him to work harder.

Are Draymond Green and Klay Thompson Returning? Golden State Warriors vs Miami Heat: Preview, Lineups & Prediction

As the Golden State Warriors host Miami Heat in a clutch encounter, will we see two of their big stars return? Here's all you need to know.
NBA: Preseason-Portland Trail Blazers at Golden State Warriors

“Sign a 10 Day Contract!!”: NBA Twitter Excited as Dwyane Wade Misses His Career

NBA Twitter has reacted to a picture of former Heat star Dwyane Wade in his Miami days shared by Heat owner Micky Arison on Twitter.
Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat

Dwyane Wade Admits LeBron James Leaving Miami Heat Had Little Championship Impact: “I Was Outside of My Prime About 2014. That Would Have Made It Really Hard for Us to Win”

Dwyane Wade admits that in 2014 he was not in his prime anymore. So, LeBron James' presence wouldn't have made a difference either.
Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets: NBA

LeBron James Once Revealed How His Mother Convinced Him to Leave Cleveland for Miami Heat:”Don’t Think About Everybody.At the end of the day you have to live with whatever decision you make”

LeBron James signing for the Miami Heat was a major talking point around the world. Read more to find out how his mother influenced the decision.
NBA: FEB 18 Heat at Mavericks

Dwyane Wade Recalls Shaquille O’Neal Returning to Lakers’ Court First Time After Alleged Kobe Bryant Beef: “He Was Running Down Saying I Built This Place”

Dwyane Wade reveals how Shaquille O'Neal reacted to the Lakers crowd in his first return as rival after his alleged feud with Kobe.
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Dwyane Wade on Pushing for Shaquille O’Neal to Join Miami Heat in 2004: “I Had Seen Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen in the Locker Room With the Champagne. I Finally Got a Chance to Do It”

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade agrees that Shaquille O'Neal played a major role in fulfilling his dream of winning a championship in 2006.

“Golden State Team Was Right on Our Heels”: Dwyane Wade Questions if LeBron James and the Miami Heat Could Have Won More Championships

The Heat trio was one of the best the league ever saw. But Wade is still not sure if they could have won more titles if LeBron James stayed.
Lebron James and Dwyane Wade attend a Los Angeles Sparks WNBA game

Former NFL Star Roasts Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Dwyane Wade and Other Legends to Show How LeBron James Redefined the NBA

Was LeBron James to blame if his super team was successful? Former NFL Star explains why James is not the only one to blame for making super teams.
NBA: MAR 14 Heat at Bulls

About Miami Heat

Miami Heat 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report

The Miami Heat, owned by Micky Arison, is part of the NBA's Eastern Conference. They belong to the Southeast Division along with the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards, and Orlando Magic. 

History

The Miami Heat entered the NBA in 1988 as an expansion team along with the Charlotte Hornets. They reached the Playoffs only twice in the first eight years, but fell in the first round on both occasions. 

In the 1995 season, they were acquired by Carnival Cruise Lines and saw a turnaround in fortunes. In the next season, they reached the Conference Finals, following Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls. En route, they cobbled up a 32-9 way record, earning them the moniker "Road Warriors."

The Miami Heat constantly fell to the New York Knicks in the Playoffs between 1998-2000, before dropping off until the acquisition of Dwyane Wade in 2003. They made four consecutive Playoffs and won their maiden NBA title in 2006. A year later they were swept in the first playoff series.

This was the beginning of a slump in their fortunes. The team notched up an abysmal 15-67 league record in 2007-08. They made the Playoffs again in the next 2 years but didn't achieve success until the formation of the Big 3 in 2010. 

Miami Heat used the $48 million cap space and recruited LeBron James and Chris Bosh. They reached four consecutive finals and won two championships in 2012 and 2013. 

After LeBron James' departure, they made the Playoffs just twice. In the first year, the Miami Heat became the first team since the 2005 season's Los Angeles Lakers to miss out on the Playoffs after featuring in the previous final. 

LeBron James (2012, 2013) is the only Miami Heat player to win the league MVP award. The legendary Pat Riley currently serves as the president of the Heat, while Erik Spoelstra has been the trusted head coach since 2008. In the 2021-22 season, Spoelstra is leading the side to great heights, as they are topping the Eastern Conference at the halfway mark.

Team's Sponsors

The Miami Heat have Ultimate Software as their main sponsors, who advertise on their uniforms. Besides the technology company, Miami has partnerships with companies such as Tissot, Dell, and several other companies.

Achievements and History

Founded 1988
ConferenceEastern
Division Southeast
PresidentPat Riley
General ManagerAndy Elisburg
Head Coach Erik Spoelstra
Arena American Airlines Arena
Championships (3)(2006, 2012, 2013)
Conference Titles (6)(2006, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2020)
Division Titles (14)(1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020)
Websitewww.nba.com/heat

Miami Heat 2021-22 Roster

No.PlayerPosHtWtBirth Date
14Tyler HerroSG6-5195January 20, 2000
55Duncan RobinsonSF6-7215April 22, 1994
5Kyle GuySG6-1167August 11, 1997
17P.J. TuckerPF6-5245May 5, 1985
21Dewayne DedmonC7-0245August 12, 1989
13Bam AdebayoC6-9255July 18, 1997
7Kyle LowryPG6-0196March 25, 1986
11KZ OkpalaPF6-8215April 28, 1999
22Jimmy ButlerSF6-7230September 14, 1989
8Markieff MorrisPF6-9245September 2, 1989
16Caleb MartinSF6-5205September 28, 1995
30Chris SilvaPF6-8234September 19, 1996
11KZ OkpalaPF6-8215April 28, 1999
2Gabe VincentPG6-3200June 14, 1996
77Omer YurtsevenC7-0264June 19, 1998
31Max StrusSF6-5215March 28, 1996
40Udonis HaslemC6-8235June 9, 1980

Miami Heat 2021-22 Starting Lineup

Gabe Vincent (G)

Duncan Robinson (G)

Jimmy Butler (F)

P.J. Tucker (F)

Bam Adebayo (C)