Miami Heat struggle to start season 0-3 after Giannis trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 3:24 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The Miami Heat are off to a challenging start, sitting at 0-3 after a series of games that have not met expectations. Following a notable trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks, the Heat struggled in their matchups, particularly against the Timberwolves and Pistons. Antetokounmpo had standout performances in those games, scoring 35 and 36 points, but the team has shown inconsistency, heavily relying on him for scoring. This has raised concerns about their potential to compete effectively moving forward. The Heat's next game is scheduled for October 26 against the Dallas Mavericks.
- •Miami Heat currently 0-3 to start the season.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 35 and 36 points in previous games.
- •Bam Adebayo and Davion Mitchell contributed in a recent matchup.
- •Next game against Dallas Mavericks is on October 26.
- •Without roster changes, a 1-6 start is possible.
- 3:24 AMYahoo Sports — Why it is time to panic after Miami Heat’s 0-3 start
"The Miami Heat’s early-season struggles proved that contenders aren’t built overnight. After a season-long saga with the Milwaukee Bucks, Pat Riley and the Heat front office finally executed their blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo , and many thought the organization was turning the corner after straddling the line between contender status […] The post Why it is time to panic after Miami Heat’s 0-3 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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