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Erik Spoelstra embraces new-look Miami Heat roster ahead of training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 2:52 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Erik Spoelstra embraces new-look Miami Heat roster ahead of training camp

Summary

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra addressed his team for the upcoming season, expressing excitement about the roster changes. Key players, including Klay Thompson and Giannis Antetokounmpo, joined the Heat after a disappointing recent playoff history. Spoelstra believes in the potential of this new group, emphasizing a collective commitment to improvement. The Heat's strategy, which focuses on a fast-paced offense, aims to better utilize Antetokounmpo's strengths. Training camp practices are now in full swing as Miami prepares for the 2026 NBA season.

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By the Numbers

•Klay Thompson cites Spoelstra's motivational leadership ahead of training camp.
•Miami's roster changes include the addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson.
•The Heat missed the playoffs last season after making significant offensive changes.
•Spoelstra aims for a fast-paced offense to leverage new player skills.
•Training camp practices are actively underway as the season approaches.

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2:52 PMYahoo Sports — Erik Spoelstra sees the possibilities of what the new-look Miami Heat can be

What they're saying

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MIAMI (AP) — Klay Thompson didn't sleep particularly well before his first training camp practice with the Miami Heat.It wasn't nerves, wasn't a bad hotel room, wasn't anything like that.
— Yahoo Sportsby TIM REYNOLDS

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