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Miami Heat begin training camp as Bobby Portis adapts to new role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:08 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Miami Heat begin training camp as Bobby Portis adapts to new role

Summary

The Miami Heat completed their first day of training camp at Florida Atlantic University, featuring new addition Bobby Portis Jr. Coach Erik Spoelstra highlighted Portis's toughness and leadership potential, emphasizing his previous experience with Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee. Portis, who averaged 13.7 points and 6.4 rebounds last season, is expected to play a crucial role in Miami's depth and team dynamics. The training session saw Portis working closely with Heat legend Udonis Haslem, further integrating into Miami's system.

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•Heat held first training camp session at Florida Atlantic University.
•Erik Spoelstra praises Bobby Portis's skills and leadership.
•Portis averaged 13.7 points and 6.4 rebounds last season.
•Training session included collaboration with Udonis Haslem.
•Portis aims to adapt quickly to Miami's playing style.

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4:08 AMYahoo Sports — Heat news: How Erik Spoelstra's 'dislike' for Bobby Portis Jr. made him perfect

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Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat completed its first day of training camp at Florida Atlantic University, it was an opportunity for the new players on the team to start and get acclimated to their surroundings. While the Heat have Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront , another player under the radar that will play a pivotal role for the team is […] The post Heat news: How Erik Spoelstra's 'dislike' for Bobby Portis Jr. made him perfect appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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