Miami Heat

The Miami Heat are a professional basketball team based in Miami, Florida, competing in the National Basketball Association as a member of the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference. Established in 1988, the franchise has cultivated a reputation for intense defense, physical play, and resilience, a philosophy widely known as 'Heat Culture.' The team plays its home games at the Kaseya Center and has been led by head coach Erik Spoelstra since 2008, making him the longest-tenured active coach in the league. The Heat have established themselves as a consistent contender, making numerous playoff appearances and Finals runs, largely due to the leadership of president Pat Riley and the development of star players.

As the team enters the 2026 offseason, the Miami Heat are actively reshaping their roster following the conclusion of the previous campaign. Recent activity includes the signing of veteran guard Tim Hardaway Jr. to a one-year deal, bringing additional scoring experience back to the backcourt. The signing generated headlines regarding jersey numbers, as Hardaway Sr. reportedly blocked his son from wearing the franchise's retired No. 10. The front office continues to explore options to bolster the lineup around star Jimmy Butler, aiming to construct a roster capable of returning to championship contention in the highly competitive Eastern Conference.