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Olden Polynice calls Heat's offseason overrated after key acquisitions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:11 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Olden Polynice calls Heat's offseason overrated after key acquisitions

Summary

Olden Polynice criticized the Miami Heat's offseason, calling it the 'most overrated'. The Heat added Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis, Klay Thompson, and Tim Hardaway Jr. to their roster, joining players like Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins. Polynice expressed concerns about the assets given up for Antetokounmpo, suggesting he and Adebayo may not mesh well on the court. Despite the criticism, Miami aims to make a strong return to the NBA Finals after last appearing in 2023. The Heat's season opener is scheduled against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 21.

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•Polynice labels Miami's offseason as 'most overrated'.
•Miami added Antetokounmpo, Portis, Thompson, and Hardaway.
•Polynice worries about team chemistry with Adebayo and Antetokounmpo.
•The Heat aim for a Finals return after 2023 appearance.
•Season opener against the Timberwolves on October 21.

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8:11 AMYahoo Sports — Heat news: Ex-NBA center boldly claims Miami had 'most overrated offseason'

What they're saying

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The Miami Heat will parade a new core in the upcoming season after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis, Klay Thompson, and Tim Hardaway Jr. during a productive summer. Antetokounmpo, Portis, Thompson, and Hardaway added depth and experience to the Heat. They will join Bam Adebayo , Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell, and Pelle Larsson in the […] The post Heat news: Ex-NBA center boldly claims Miami had 'most overrated offseason' appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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