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What’s at stake for the Miami Heat in the Emirates Cup quarterfinals?

While Tuesday night’s contest against the Orlando Magic will count against the standings, it’s not just any regular-season game. Hoping to snap a three-game losing streak, Tuesday marks the Emirates Cup quarterfinals between the Heat and Magic at 6:00 p.m. EST inside Kia Center. The two intrastate foes are on track to meet seven times […] The post What’s at stake for the Miami Heat in the Emirates Cup quarterfinals? appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Best NBA Prop Bets for Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Today’s NBA slate should have plenty of excitement on the court. Among those two contests is the Miami Heat playing the Orlando Magic. Below you’ll find NBA player prop bets for each and every game on today’s slate — NBA prop bets are one of the most fun ways to get in on the NBA action. Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic Player Props The Heat face off against the Magic on Tuesday, with action tipping off at 6:00 PM ET from Kia Center. Heat Jaime Jaquez Jr. Odds Points Over/Under: 10.5...

Heat vs. Magic Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Tuesday, December 9, 2025

The Miami Heat (14-10) are 1-point favorites as they attempt to stop a three-game losing streak when they visit the Orlando Magic (14-10) on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Kia Center. The matchup airs at 6 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video. The over/under is set at 232.5 for the matchup. Looking to make an informed wager on Tuesday’s game? Find out the best bets available for this matchup (based on our computer predictions) in this article. How to Bet on Heat vs. Magic Pick the Magic (+1) to...

Magic will be down key player in Emirates Cup quarterfinals versus Heat

Roughly 48 hours ago, the Miami Heat concluded their two-game road trip against the Orlando Magic, whose three stars played their first game together since Nov. 12. However, Orlando will be down one of its stars when it sees the Heat again on Tuesday, this time in the Emirates Cup quarterfinals with a trip to […] The post Magic will be down key player in Emirates Cup quarterfinals versus Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

It remains unclear whether Heat can trade Terry Rozier or not

Since Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was placed on immediate leave amid an illegal gambling probe under investigation by the FBI, there has been essentially nothing to suggest that an end is on the precipice. Can we dream? Perhaps. Does that make it reality? No. As they approach the deadline, Rozier’s $26.6 million salary complicates […] The post It remains unclear whether Heat can trade Terry Rozier or not appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Report: Heat have had ‘internal discussions’ surrounding Ja Morant

We are less than two months away from the 2025-26 NBA Trade Deadline. And one player who’s received plenty of buzz — for better or worse (mostly the latter) — is Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant. The former No. 2 overall pick “lost his joy” — sound familiar?! — and has been subject to plenty […] The post Report: Heat have had ‘internal discussions’ surrounding Ja Morant appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Davion Mitchell’s absence was felt in loss versus Kings

On Saturday against the Sacramento Kings, Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro missed his second-straight game with a toe injury. As a result, his absence was missed for the second-straight night, mustering together just 111 points on 48.2 percent shooting (9-31 3PT; 20-32 FT) against one of the league’s worst defenses. However, there was another Heat […] The post Davion Mitchell’s absence was felt in loss versus Kings appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Coach Wade’s Pregame – What Does He Think of the Team?

REQUIRED READING (or listening): Is Coach Wade happy with the team’s progress? There are a lot of us unhappy with the product we’ve seen on the court this season. We had much higher expectations, and the media seemed to agree with us. But there have been no signature wins to date, and the team we’ve […]

Heat lose third straight and get blown out at home by Kings 127-111

The fun and exciting start to the Miami Heat’s season has come to a crashing halt, as they lose their season-worst third consecutive game to the Sacramento Kings, 127-111. It’s also the Heat’s fourth loss out of the last five games. They drop to a 14-10 record overall, 10-3 at home and back into the […] The post Heat lose third straight and get blown out at home by Kings 127-111 appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Heat will be without two key role players vs. Kings

While Tyler Herro will miss his second consecutive game with a toe injury, the Miami Heat will also be without two key role players. The Miami Heat will be without Davion Mitchell (right groin) and Pelle Larsson (hip), the team announced roughly two hours before Saturday night’s game. Saturday will mark Mitchell and Larsson’s first […] The post Heat will be without two key role players vs. Kings appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Why Heat should veer away from Kawhi Leonard

The Los Angeles Clippers have had a difficult last three months. Star forward Kawhi Leonard and owner Steve Ballmer became the epicenter of a scandal to allegedly circumvent the NBA salary cap by investing in a fraudulent environmental start-up, Aspiration. The team is also off to a disastrous 6-17 start and is expected to be […] The post Why Heat should veer away from Kawhi Leonard appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

GAME PREVIEW: Heat return home to face struggling Kings

The Miami Heat return home for the second night against the Sacramento Kings Saturday night at 8:00 p.m. EST. Miami’s two-game road trip resulted in losses to the Dallas Mavericks and Orlando Magic, respectively. It is now 4-7 on the road this season and 14-9 overall. In the Heat’s one-point loss to the Magic Friday […] The post GAME PREVIEW: Heat return home to face struggling Kings appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Heat fall short in late comeback attempt, lose to Magic 106-105

The Orlando Magic fought off the Miami Heat and secured a 106-105 win inside Kia Center Friday evening. Miami had to climb back from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit. They cut it to within three on three separate occasions, but Franz Wagner, who scored a game-high 32 points on 12-of-22 shooting, had a response each time. […] The post Heat fall short in late comeback attempt, lose to Magic 106-105 appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

NBA GAMETHREAD: Miami Heat (14-8) @ Orlando Magic (13-9)

The Miami Heat take on the Orlando Magic tonight at 7:00 p.m. EST. Here’s our game thread! Injury Report: Orlando Magic: Miami Heat:  Starting 5: Orlando Magic:  Miami Heat: Broadcast Info: Come back to Hot Hot Hoops at game time to join our GameThread and chat about the game live with other Heat fans! *** […] The post NBA GAMETHREAD: Miami Heat (14-8) @ Orlando Magic (13-9) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

GAME PREVIEW: Heat travel to Orlando to play in-state rival Magic

After the Miami Heat looked to finally be hitting their stride of a six-game winning streak, they have now lost two out of their last three games. This includes their previous disappointing loss against the struggling Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Tyler Herro’s return to the lineup has caused for some inconsistent Heat rotations, compared to […] The post GAME PREVIEW: Heat travel to Orlando to play in-state rival Magic appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Heat star would like offense to feature a ‘little more’ ball screens

While the NBA is zigging, the Miami Heat have completely zagged. In the first year of this high-tempo, free-flowing offense that’s broken multiple franchise records in terms of their scoring output, the Heat have all but eliminated one phase from their offense: Ball screens. Instead, the Heat have prioritized creating — and subsequently attacking — […] The post Heat star would like offense to feature a ‘little more’ ball screens appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Heat front office going all in on Giannis Antetokounmpo should be a clear no-brainer

The NBA’s biggest storyline for the 2025-26 season is finally coming together, as Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks seems to be coming to an end.  ESPN insider Shams Charania confirmed in a recent report that Antetokounmpo and his agent have begun conversations with the Bucks on “whether his best fit is staying or […] The post Heat front office going all in on Giannis Antetokounmpo should be a clear no-brainer appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

How Terry Rozier’s unresolved situation affects Heat in potential Giannis Antetokounmpo pursuit

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo hasn’t officially requested a trade yet, but we’re treading down that path. On Wednesday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Antetokounmpo’s agency and the organization are discussing their future partnership together, which is never a good sign. The Bucks are 9-13, are bereft of draft capital, don’t have a […] The post How Terry Rozier’s unresolved situation affects Heat in potential Giannis Antetokounmpo pursuit appeared first on H...

Heat get upset by Mavericks on the road, lose 118-108

Despite facing a 12th seed and struggling 7-15 Dallas Mavericks squad heading into the night, the Miami Heat were defeated with a final score of 118-108 on the road. After going on a six-game winning streak, Miami has now lost two of their last three games and have dropped to a 14-8 record overall. Norman […] The post Heat get upset by Mavericks on the road, lose 118-108 appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Player Grades – Recapping the Mavericks vs. the Heat

The Dallas Mavericks took on the Miami Heat for the second time in about as many weeks. Looking to extend their first win streak of the season, the Mavericks did exactly that with a 118-108 win. Let’s get to the grades! Ryan Nembhard: A 15 PTS / 5 REB / 13 AST / 1 STL […]

3 things after Dallas smothers Miami, wins 118-108

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 118-108 Wednesday night in Dallas, led by Cooper Flagg’s 22-point and six-rebound effort, which included eight big fourth-quarter points as Miami was making a late push that got them to within four. And Cooper got to those 22 points without attempting a three-point shot, making it a point […]