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The start has been ugly and some of it is concerning. But three games into a season, some very good teams in the past have looked just as bad.
Miami Heat
5th In Southeast
From national TV experts to a former Heat head coach, many want more already from the current Miami captain after a so-so performance against Minnesota
Here's what to watch for as the Pistons take on the Heat in their first road game of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Minnesota's superstar acknowledged that the Miami reserve fueled his fire
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It was a disappointing opening night for a Miami team that has had high hopes
A new era in Minnesota is off to a great start.
Giannis Antetokounmpo was his typically dominant self in his Heat debut, but Miami’s blowout loss reflected issues that still need to be addressed.
The Miami Heat's opening night loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves raises a few concerns of their roster, so let's overreact to the first game of the long season.
Giannis and LaMelo debut for two teams that rebuilt themselves over the summer
Previewing Wednesday night's opening night matchup between the Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves. Also includes: injury reports, betting odds, game information, starting lineups, storylines, quotes and more.
Giannis Antetokounmpo makes his highly anticipated Heat debut as Miami hosts Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball and the Minnesota Timberwolves in a star-studded opening-night showdown.
Betting odds, pick and prediction for the NBA season opener between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Miami Heat on Wednesday night.
