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Heat aim for strong start against Timberwolves and Pistons this week

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Heat aim for strong start against Timberwolves and Pistons this week

Summary

The Miami Heat's season opening schedule features home games against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons, followed by a road matchup against an injury-depleted Charlotte Hornets. The expectation is a record of at least 4-1 in their first five games, which includes a confrontation with the Atlanta Hawks. Head coach Erik Spoelstra has hinted at utilizing depth effectively over the course of the season, although the rotation may shift game by game. Players such as Bam Adebayo, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Andrew Wiggins, and Klay Thompson are key components of Miami's revamped lineup.

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Status Watch

•Miami faces Minnesota and Detroit in home openers this week.
•Expectations for the Heat are to start the season 4-1.
•Giannis Antetokounmpo joins a revamped Miami roster.
•Depth will be crucial as games progress throughout the season.
•Injuries affecting opponents may influence upcoming games.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — ASK IRA: Has it immediately become win-now for new-look Heat?

What they're saying

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Q: Ira, what do you think of our opening schedule? Going against Anthony Edwards isn’t going to be easy. – Nathan. A: If the Heat are who they think they are, then you should beat Minnesota and Detroit at home, win on the road against an injury-limited Charlotte roster, come back home to beat a rebuilding Mavericks roster and then compete with the Hawks in Atlanta. So at least 4-1? And from ...
— Yahoo Sports

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