MIAMI HEAT NEWS

Heat assistant Keith Smart back after rare cancer diagnosis

The 51-year-old is back with the team after undergoing extensive surgery to remove a form of skin cancer.

Warriors remain NBA's best team despite growing competition

Steph Curry is heating back up after missing some time with a shin injury.

Clippers extend winning streak

The Los Angeles Clippers overcame the slumping Charlotte Hornets for an eighth consecutive win, while the Golden State Warriors rolled on.

Spurs stay perfect in San Antonio

The Cleveland Cavaliers won again at the expense of the Minnesota Timberwolves, while the San Antonio Spurs improved to 22-0 at home.

Suns end nine-game losing streak

The Phoenix Suns snapped a nine-game losing streak, while the Charlotte Hornets lost their fifth consecutive outing.

NBA Review

Jimmy Butler produced a huge performance for the Chicago Bulls, while the Atlanta Hawks were beaten in the NBA.

Caldwell-Pope completes Pistons rally

The Detroit Pistons came from 18 points down to beat the Miami Heat, while the Toronto Raptors were too good for the Dallas Mavericks.

Kyrie Irving makes successful return

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving had 12 points in his first game since the NBA Finals in June.

Pistons promote Brandon Jennings from D-League

The Pistons point guard has been sidelined since January, when he suffered a torn left Achilles.

Pistons outlast Bulls in 4OT marathon

Fans were treated to four overtime periods in Chicago, while the San Antonio Spurs improved to 15-0 at home.

Spurs make light work of Jazz

Raptors extend streak

DeMar DeRozan inspired the in-form Toronto Raptors to a fourth successive win, while the Miami Heat outlasted the Memphis Grizzlies.

Hornets, Clippers extend winning streaks

Warriors improve to 21-0

Steph Curry was at his best as the Golden State Warriors stayed perfect, while the Miami Heat made the most of LeBron James' absence.

LeBron James takes game off

Cavaliers coach David Blatt has decided to rest LeBron James Saturday against the Heat.

Raptors emerging as East contenders

Kyle Lowry makes sure everyone knows the Raptors aren't a team to take lightly as he leads Toronto past LeBron James and the Cavaliers.

In-form Raptors stun Cavaliers

The Toronto Raptors secured their third consecutive win on Wednesday.

Knicks extend winning streak

The in-form New York Knicks overcame the Houston Rockets, while LeBron James starred for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Griffin on Warriors: 'They're the better team'

The Warriors are just three wins away from the best start in NBA history.

Warriors make it 12 straight

The Golden State Warriors maintained their perfect record, accounting for the Toronto Raptors 115-110.

Wade weighs in on Kobe-LeBron debate

Dwyane Wade relishes his possible final season as a professional with Kobe Bryant.

Heat trade Chalmers, bring in Udrih

The Miami Heat and Memphis Grizzlies have been involved in a four-player trade.

Rose stars as Bulls silence Thunder

Derrick Rose helped the Chicago Bulls past the Oklahoma City Thunder, while the Charlotte Hornets beat the Dallas Mavericks.

Wade beats the buzzer with half-court heave

The Heat star showed off range we didn't think he had.

What is wrong with James Harden?

The Rockets star and self-proclaimed MVP shot 2-of-15 from the field and was 0-for-10 from three-point range in another blowout to start 0-3.

Warriors-Lakers called off early

The Charlotte Hornets stayed perfect in the NBA preseason, while the Golden State Warriors' game was brought to an early end.

Kobe exits game with injury

Kobe Bryant was hurt in the Los Angeles Lakers' loss to the Sacramento Kings, while the Golden State Warriors fell to the Denver Nuggets.

Hassan Whiteside is working on shooting free throws with his eyes closed

Considering Whiteside shot 50 percent from the free throw line last season, he might want to try something different.

Bryant returns in loss to Jazz

Kobe Bryant made a brief appearance in the Los Angeles Lakers' preseason loss to the Utah Jazz.

Wade: I'm still an elite player

The Heat star says last season gave him confidence he’s still got some go left in his tank, even if it’s not the high-octane brand.

Bosh cleared to start training camp

Unlike Kobe Bryant (torn rotator cuff) or Kevin Durant (chronic foot and ankle pain), Bosh’s ailment could have killed him.

Wade's Heat re-signing confirmed

As the New York Knicks confirmed four signings, Dwyane Wade's Miami Heat stay was made official.

Playoffs loom for Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans are on the verge of playing in the NBA playoffs after downing the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday.

Curry breaks NBA three-point record

Stephen Curry broke his own NBA record for most three-pointers in a season as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Portland Trail Blazers.

Jordan, Griffin steer Clippers

In the battle for home advantage for the NBA play-offs, the Los Angeles Clippers downed Western Conference rivals the Memphis Grizzlies.

Pelicans leapfrog Thunder

The New Orleans Pelicans moved into eighth position in the Western Conference as the Oklahoma City Thunder lost in NBA action on Tuesday.

George makes successful return, Spurs snap Warriors' winning streak

The Indiana Pacers celebrated Paul George's return with a win, while the San Antonio Spurs stopped the Golden State Warriors.

Kerr claims rookie coach NBA record

The Golden State Warriors set another record on Saturday, with rookie coach Steve Kerr the recipient against the Dallas Mavericks.

Spurs win Parker's 1000th game

The San Antonio Spurs celebrated Tony Parker's 1000th NBA game with victory over the Miami Heat on Tuesday.

Raptors claim Atlantic title

The Toronto Raptors clinched the Eastern Conference Atlantic Division title, while the Los Angeles Clippers sealed their playoff spot.

Spurs, Cavs and Clippers win big

There were 30-point-plus wins for the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA on Wednesday.

Warriors clinch division title

The Golden State Warriors won their first Pacific Division title in 39 years with a victory in the NBA on Tuesday.

Celtics' playoff bid halted

The Boston Celtics' NBA playoff hopes were dealt a blow by the Detroit Pistons, while Russell Westbrook recorded yet another triple-double.

Warriors down Pelicans, Cavs clinch playoff spot

The Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers were among the winners in the NBA on Friday.

Wade stars as Heat tame Cavs

The Miami Heat got the better of former star LeBron James yet again after Dwyane Wade inspired a 106-92 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Nuggets trump depleted Warriors

The Denver Nuggets took advantage of the short-handed Golden State Warriors in the NBA on Friday, while the Dallas Mavericks won.

Gallinari-led Nuggets crush Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks were comprehensively outplayed by Danilo Gallinari and the Denver Nuggets in the NBA on Wednesday.

Warriors, Hawks bring up 50th wins

The Golden State Warriors and Atlanta Hawks brought up their 50th wins of the NBA season on Monday.

Sixers stun Hawks

The Philadelphia 76ers stunned the Atlanta Hawks in NBA action on Saturday, while the New Orleans Pelicans trumped the Memphis Grizzlies.

Westbrook posts fourth straight triple-double, Gasol lifts Grizzlies

Russell Westbrook became the first player since Michael Jordan to post four consecutive triple-doubles in the NBA.

Nets sink Warriors late

The Brooklyn Nets broke a tie with only seconds remaining to stun the Golden State Warriors in the NBA on Monday.

Knicks upset Raptors

The Toronto Raptors were upset by the New York Knicks as the Atlanta Hawks had a win on Saturday.

Jazz beat slumping Spurs, Bulls win

The Utah Jazz upstaged the slumping San Antonio Spurs in NBA action on Monday, while the Chicago Bulls continued their good run of form.

Brewer lifts Rockets

Corey Brewer led the Houston Rockets to a 22-point victory over the Toronto Raptors, while the in-form Chicago Bulls won again.

Raptors thrash Hawks

The Toronto Raptors made ground on Eastern Conference leaders the Atlanta Hawks, while new Sacramento Kings coach George Karl was a winner.

Hawks humble Golden State in blockbuster

The Atlanta Hawks have the best winning percentage in the NBA, after they defeated the Golden State Warriors.

Curry inspires Warriors rally, Hawks trump Wizards

Stephen Curry showcased his MVP credentials with 51 points as the Golden State Warriors overcame the Dallas Mavericks 128-114.

Philadelphia continue NBA revival

The Philadelphia 76ers continued their NBA resurgence on Tuesday, while the Golden State Warriors cruised past the Sacramento Kings.

Anthony galvanises Knicks

The New York Knicks made it five wins from seven as they beat the Los Angeles Lakers 94-80 in the NBA on Sunday.

Hawks win again, Mavs blitz Heat

The Atlanta Hawks extended their winning streak, while the Dallas Mavericks rallied past the Miami Heat in NBA action on Friday.

Wins for Thunder, Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs record victories in Tuesday's NBA action.

Hawks extend winning streak

The Atlanta Hawks extended their winning streak to 10 on Thursday.

Williams scores 52 points as Timberwolves end losing run

Mo Williams hit 52 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA on Tuesday, while the Atlanta Hawks won again.

Hawks roll Wizards, Heat stun Clippers

The Atlanta Hawks crushed the Washington Wizards for their eighth successive win, while the Miami Heat stunned the Los Angeles Clippers.

Rockets hand Knicks 14th straight loss

The New York Knicks' woes continued in the NBA on Thursday as they suffered a 14th straight loss, thrashed by the Houston Rockets.

Suns, Mavericks ease to wins

The Phoenix Suns were too good for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA on Sunday, while the Cleveland Cavaliers lost.

Cavs too good for Grizzlies

The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 105-91 in NBA action on Sunday, while the Sacramento Kings ended a five-game skid.

Johnson: Nets must learn from loss

Joe Johnson warned the Brooklyn Nets must learn the lessons from their 95-91 home defeat to the Miami Heat in the NBA on Tuesday.

Warriors make it 16 straight wins

Kobe Bryant surpassed Michael Jordan for third on the NBA's all-time scoring list, while the Golden State Warriors won again.

Warriors make it 14 straight

The Golden State Warriors won their 14 consecutive NBA game, while the Portland Trail Blazers were stunned by Minnesota Timberwolves.

Durant, Westbrook inspire Thunder

There were glimpses of Oklahoma City Thunder's best as Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook inspired a 114-101 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

76ers trump Timberwolves for first win

The Philadelphia 76ers finally won their first match of the 2014-15 NBA season on Wednesday, while Monta Ellis lifted the Dallas Mavericks.

Spurs keep 76ers winless, Wizards beat Heat

The San Antonio Spurs extended the Philadelphia 76ers' NBA losing streak on Monday, while the Miami Heat were well beaten.

NBA trio continue winning runs

The San Antonio Spurs, Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors extended their respective winning streaks in NBA on Sunday.

Nuggets triumph over Bulls

Derrick Rose's horrendous injury run continued as the Chicago Bulls lost to the Denver Nuggets, while the Golden State Warriors won again.

Trail Blazers march on, Grizzlies trump Clippers

The Portland Trail Blazers extended their winning streak to seven games, while the Memphis Grizzlies rolled the Los Angeles Clippers.

Nuggets upset Cavs, Grizzlies keep winning

The Denver Nuggets upset the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA on Monday, while the Memphis Grizzlies rolled on.

Burke buzzer beater downs Knicks

Trey Burke sunk a buzzer-beating jump shot to see the Utah Jazz past the New York Knicks 102-100 in the NBA on Friday.

Lillard leads Trail Blazers

A mammoth first half helped the Portland Trail Blazers to a resounding 130-113 win over the Denver Nuggets in NBA action on Wednesday.

Golden State remains unbeaten

The Golden State Warriors are the NBA's only remaining unbeaten team, as the Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies were beaten.

Rose returns as Bulls triumph

Derrick Rose returned to inspire the Chicago Bulls to a 95-86 win against the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA on Wednesday.

NBA Wrap: Cavaliers falter again

The Cleveland Cavaliers continued to falter in their second LeBron James era, while the Houston Rockets stayed perfect on Tuesday.

Cavs falter again, Houston stay perfect

The Cleveland Cavaliers continued to falter in their second LeBron James era, while the Houston Rockets stayed perfect on Tuesday.

Tough start for Thunder

Life without Kevin Durant started badly for the Oklahoma City Thunder as they lost 106-89 to the Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA season preview

With the NBA back in full swing on Tuesday, we look at five key factors to consider ahead of the eagerly-awaited new season.