The Miami Heat have never shied away from chasing -- and landing -- superstars. Shaquille O'Neal in 2004. LeBron James and Chris Bosh in 2010. Jimmy Butler III in 2019. And this offseason, two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, acquired via trade with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Those previous blockbuster summers produced NBA Finals appearances within two seasons. Can Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, coach Erik Spoelstra and Miami follow suit? While the Heat continue to bolster the supporting cast, their roster might not yet be equipped to transform from a play-in team to a title threat.
So what will 2026-27 bring for one of the Eastern Conference's most intriguing franchises?
ESPN's staff of experts is looking back at the offseason and taking an early look at the 2026-27 season for all 30 teams, with 30 pieces -- one for every team -- rolling out each weekday through Sept. 18. We're answering the biggest looming questions, evaluating X factors and much more for all 30 teams.
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Offseason at a glance Key additions: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Klay Thompson, Bobby Portis, Tim Hardaway Jr., Nick Richards Key retentions: Andrew Wiggins, Simone Fontecchio Key subtractions: Tyler Herro, Norman Powell, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis