Category: Heat

Dwyane Wade Q&A: LeBron James, Chris Bosh, Pat Riley, Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat, Utah Jazz

Dwyane Wade discussed how Social Change Fund United came together with Carmelo Anthony and Chris Paul, his thoughts on the Utah Jazz, if he’d ever transition to the front office, if he’d consider a minority stake in his hometown Chicago Bulls, LeBron James’ longevity, how their Miami Heat trio with Chris Bosh compares to other superteams around Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, the divorce between Pat Riley and Jimmy Butler, and more with HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

NBA Hall of Fame guard Dwyane Wade was one of the best playmakers on the court during his career, and now he’s looking to make a new game-changing play in retirement.

Wade collaborated with RealTruck to create a customized one-of-a-kind “Champions Edition” 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty to be auctioned at Barrett-Jackson in Palm Beach, Florida, on April 25th to benefit Social Change Fund United.

Before the auction, Wade discussed how Social Change Fund United came together with Carmelo Anthony and Chris Paul, what project SCFU is working on, his thoughts on the Utah Jazz, if he’d ever transition to the front office, if he’d consider a minority stake in his hometown Chicago Bulls, LeBron James’ longevity, how their Miami Heat trio with Chris Bosh compares to other superteams around Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, the divorce between Pat Riley and Jimmy Butler, and more with HoopsHype.

NBA Intel: Pelicans, Suns, Kings, Nuggets, and 76ers front office and coaching changes

Reporting on why the New Orleans Pelicans fired David Griffin, hired Joe Dumars, and Willie Green’s future. Plus, coaching candidates for the Phoenix Suns and what’s next for James Jones, the futures of Monte McNair and coach Doug Christie with the Sacramento Kings, David Adelman’s chances of remaining Denver Nuggets coach and who could be their next executive, and more from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

The NBA carousel has already seen coaches Taylor Jenkins, Michael Malone, and Mike Budenholzer fired, along with executives Calvin Booth and David Griffin, with more changes expected to come this offseason.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on what happened behind the scenes that led the New Orleans Pelicans to part ways with Griffin in favor of Joe Dumars, what’s next for the Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets in their front offices and on the sideline, plus more updates on changes expected for the Sacramento Kings and Philadelphia 76ers.

The most expensive LeBron James NBA trading card sales ever

The sports card industry thrives, with LeBron James reigning supreme in the NBA market. Rookie cards hold significant value, with the 2003-04 Upper Deck LeBron James Exquisite Collection Rookie Patch Autograph being a top choice for deep-pocketed …

The sports card industry thrives, with LeBron James reigning supreme in the NBA market. Rookie cards hold significant value, with the 2003-04 Upper Deck LeBron James Exquisite Collection Rookie Patch Autograph being a top choice for deep-pocketed investors.

We looked at different websites like Goldin Auctions, Heritage Auctions, and PWCC Marketplace, and here are the highest-ranking sales of LeBron James cards:

NBA Intel: Kevin Durant Trade talks, Jimmy Butler, Warriors, Lakers, Suns, Timberwolves, Nets

New reporting on Kevin Durant trade talks, what Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the team when he acquired Jimmy Butler, and interviews with Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith on his Brooklyn Nets tenure and free agency future, and Warriors frontcourt players Kevon Looney on his upcoming free agency and Quinten Post’s view of rookie life in the league behind the scenes from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

The NBA trade deadline gave a glimpse into the upcoming potential trade market for Kevin Durant this summer, the Warriors new life following the Jimmy Butler acquisition, and more.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered new intel on trade talks surrounding Kevin Durant at the trade deadline, what Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the team when he acquired Jimmy Butler, and interviews with Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith on his Brooklyn Nets tenure and free agency future, and Warriors frontcourt players Kevon Looney on his upcoming free agency and Quinten Post’s view of rookie life in the league behind the scenes.

NBA Intel: Jimmy Butler, Trae Young, LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams, Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, Raptors, Wizards, 76ers, Mavericks

Reporting on trade talks before the deadline involving the Dallas Mavericks and what’s next for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford this summer, Trae Young’s future in Atlanta, what’s next for LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams and Miles Bridges with the Hornets, updates on the Raptors and Wizards, and interviews with Guerschon Yabusele, Quentin Grimes and Jusuf Nurkic from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With a quarter of the NBA regular season remaining, teams are already looking towards the future and an offseason with as much potential for movement as the trade deadline.

Heading into the home stretch of the season, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on trade talks before the deadline involving the Dallas Mavericks and what’s next for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford this summer, Trae Young’s future in Atlanta, what’s next for LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams and Miles Bridges with the Hornets, updates on the Raptors and Wizards, and interviews with Quentin Grimes, Guerschon Yabusele and Jusuf Nurkic.

NBA Intel: De’Aaron Fox trade talks, Spurs, Rockets, Heat, Nets, 76ers, Hawks, Pistons

Reporting on trade talks for Sacramento Kings star De’Aaron Fox, including the San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, and Brooklyn Nets. Plus, updates on trade candidates for the Philadelphia 76ers and Atlanta Hawks, and more on the Detroit Pistons from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

De’Aaron Fox has supplanted Jimmy Butler as the top available trade target on the market a week before the NBA trade deadline, which could lead to a domino effect across the league.

Amid Fox’s newfound availability on the trade market, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on some of the top teams interested in his services. Plus, several players on the 76ers and multiple Hawks players are drawing trade interest, along with updates on the Spurs, Rockets, Heat, Nets, Pistons, and more.

NBA Intel: Jimmy Butler, Bradley Beal, Jusuf Nurkic trade talks; Pistons, Raptors, Nuggets, Clippers, Knicks

The latest intel on Bradley Beal’s future involving Jimmy Butler trade talks, a Jusuf Nurkic update, notes on several Raptors drawing trade interest, potential moves for the Clippers, and interviews with Pistons sharpshooter Malik Beasley and Suns guard Tyus Jones from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With less than 10 days until the NBA trade deadline, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Bradley Beal’s future involving Jimmy Butler trade talks, a Jusuf Nurkic update, notes on several Raptors drawing trade interest, potential moves for the Clippers, and interviews with Pistons sharpshooter Malik Beasley and Suns guard Tyus Jones.

Terry Rozier: ‘I’m a strong believer that things will turn around’

The Miami Heat have been in the news cycle with Jimmy Butler trade rumors perpetually notifying people of the ongoing saga between the disgruntled star and the franchise. Last year, around the NBA trade deadline, the Heat were in the news for …

The Miami Heat have been in the news cycle with Jimmy Butler trade rumors perpetually notifying people of the ongoing saga between the disgruntled star and the franchise.

Last year, around the NBA trade deadline, the Heat were in the news for another trade that brought guard Terry Rozier from the Hornets, for which they gave up the 2027 first-round pick. Rozier was a starter for Charlotte for four-and-a-half seasons before being moved to the Heat. He had an immediate impact last year, providing them with a steady replacement lead guard for the aged Kyle Lowry.

However, Rozier struggled to begin this season, and as a starter in 21 games so far, he has a true shooting percentage of 47.4 percent. This year, head coach Erik Spoelstra made the move to bring Rozier off the bench for the first time regularly in six seasons. As a reserve, Rozier has averaged 12.1 ppg on 36 percent shooting from three and boasts a better winning percentage than as a starter.

Recently, after a team shootaround, Rozier spoke with HoopsHype opening up about managing his headspace, tuning out outside noise, and maintaining his confidence during a transitional year with Miami.

NBA Intel: Lakers, Warriors, Nets, Thunder, Bulls, Nuggets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Kings, Raptors, Clippers

HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on top trade candidates, including De’Aaron Fox, Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, Zach LaVine, Cam Johnson, and D’Angelo Russell. Plus, reporting on what’s next for the Lakers, Warriors, Nets, Thunder, Grizzlies, Pistons, Pelicans, Raptors, Clippers, and more from Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With New Year’s upon us, there could be leftover fireworks in January and early February heading into the 2025 NBA trade deadline.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on top trade candidates, including De’Aaron Fox, Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, Zach LaVine, Cam Johnson, and D’Angelo Russell. Plus, reporting on what’s next for the Lakers, Warriors, Nets, Thunder, Grizzlies, Pistons, Pelicans, Raptors, Clippers, and more.

Dru Smith Q&A: ‘There were plenty of days of frustration’

Dru Smith, a two-way guard for the Miami Heat, is rumored to be soon converted to a standard multi-year contract after the team traded Thomas Bryant creating cap flexibility. At 6-foot-3, Smith has impacted coach Erik Spoelstra’s rotation with his …

Dru Smith, a two-way guard for the Miami Heat, is rumored to be soon converted to a standard multi-year contract after the team traded Thomas Bryant creating cap flexibility.

At 6-foot-3, Smith has impacted coach Erik Spoelstra‘s rotation with his defensive energy, a knack for hitting open looks, and ability to play on-or-off ball. After an impressive college career at Evansville and Missouri, he has spent the past four years bouncing between the NBA and the G League with the Sioux Falls Skyforce (and briefly with the Long Island Nets), where he was consistently a standout performer.

In an interview with HoopsHype, Smith shared how he has been navigating his career obstacles like recovering from a torn ACL, making the most out of every chance he gets and more.