Tim Hardaway Jr. signs one-year deal with Miami Heat, No. 10 stays retired
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Tim Hardaway Jr. has signed a one-year, $6.5 million contract with the Miami Heat, returning to the franchise where his father, Tim Hardaway Sr., built a legendary career. Despite the family connection, Hardaway Jr. will not wear No. 10, as the jersey has been retired in honor of his father. Tim Hardaway Sr. emphasizes that his legacy should remain intact, noting that retired numbers should stay part of a franchise's history. Located in Miami, Hardaway Jr. is expected to contribute outside shooting and experience to a team that recently acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- •Tim Hardaway Jr. joins Miami Heat with a one-year contract.
- •He will not wear his typical No. 10 jersey, retired for Tim Hardaway Sr.
- •Tim Hardaway Sr. stresses the importance of retired numbers in franchise history.
- •Hardaway Jr. aims to bring shooting ability and veteran presence to the Heat.
- •The Heat recently acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo, adding to their competitiveness.
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Tim Hardaway will not unretire his jersey for son joining Miami Heat
- 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — Hall of Famer has one message for Tim Hardaway Jr. after Heat signing
"Tim Hardaway Jr. is joining the Miami Heat, but Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Sr. says his retired No. 10 jersey will remain in the rafters.
"Tim Hardaway Jr. is joining the Miami Heat but his Hall of Fame father insists his retired No. 10 jersey will remain in the rafters.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 5:29 PMTim Hardaway will not unretire his jersey for son joining Miami Heat
Tim Hardaway Jr. is joining the Miami Heat but his Hall of Fame father insists his retired No. 10 jersey will remain in the rafters.
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 4:38 PMHall of Famer has one message for Tim Hardaway Jr. after Heat signing
Tim Hardaway Jr. is joining the Miami Heat, but Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Sr. says his retired No. 10 jersey will remain in the rafters.
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