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Former first-round pick Meyers Leonard, who used an antisemitic slur during a video game livestream in 2021, is hoping for a return to the NBA.

A young Florida girl, 8 years old, has been wowing people with her singing. Pranysga Mishra appeared on "Fox & Friends Weekend" on Sunday to share her story, her vocal abilities and her patriotism.

The judge presiding over the bankruptcy of cryptocurrency exchange FTX has approved the company’s choice of a law firm to represent it in the bankruptcy.

Sotheby’s is auctioning a game-worn LeBron James jersey estimated to be valued between $3 million and $5 million.

The home of the Miami Heat has yet another name: Miami-Dade Arena.

The Miami Heat suspended center Dewayne Dedmon after he tossed a massage gun onto the floor during a game Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The Miami Heat have had to grind through the season's first half.

Miami Heat center Dewayne Dedmon was ejected from Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after he slapped a massage gun onto the court.

The Heat set an NBA record by making all 40 of their free throws, including 23 from Jimmy Butler in a win over the Thunder.

Jimmy Butler’s three-point play with 12.9 seconds left capped an NBA-record performance by the Miami Heat and gave them a 112-111 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.

Royce O’Neale’s putback with 3.2 seconds left put Brooklyn to stay, and the Nets defeated the Miami Heat 102-101 on Sunday night in a game where Kevin Durant left early with a right knee injury.

Brooklyn forward Kevin Durant left in the second half of the Nets’ game in Miami on Sunday night with a right knee injury.

Miami Heat player Udonis Haslem claims he’s been “gypped” as a result of his FTX deal.

Former NBA star Amar'e Stoudemire is facing a misdemeanor battery charge after police say he punched his teenage daughter in the face.

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler turned a coffee-making hobby into retailer Bigface Brand. The NBA player is working very hard to make it a global success.

Attorneys for the U.S. bankruptcy trustee and several major media outlets are challenging an effort by cryptocurrency exchange FTX to withhold names of the company’s customers and creditors from the public.

MIAMI (AP) — Bojan Bogdanovic scored 31 points, Alec Burks added 18 and the Detroit Pistons pulled away in the second half to beat the Miami Heat 116-96 on Tuesday night. Saddiq Bey scored 14, Isaiah Stewart had 11 points and 11 rebounds and Cory Joseph also finished with 11 points for the Pistons, who trailed 50-47 at halftime — then outscored Miami 69-46 in the final two quarters. Tyler Herro led all scorers with a season high-tying 34 points for Miami, which has dropped three of its last four games. ... Miami led by 11 in the first quarter and wound up losing for the second consecutive night. The Heat led 28-17 in Memphis on Monday in a 101-93 defeat; they led 17-6 on Tuesday.

The Detroit Pistons are back on the road this week, as they kick off a quick three-game road swing with a tough test against one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference on Tuesday, taking on the Miami Heat. Watch the Detroit Pistons on DirecTV StreamAfter snapping a losing streak last Thursday night, the Pistons fell back on the wrong side of things on Sunday night on their home court. A slow start against the Memphis Grizzlies put Detroit in a tough spot, and Ja Morant’s big third quarter only put the Pistons further behind. Check out more stories about the Detroit Pistons here on MLiveWhat: NBA BasketballWho: Detroit Pistons (6-19) vs. Miami Heat (11-12)When: Tuesday, December 6Time: 7:30 p.m. ETWhere: FTX Arena (Miami, Fla.)Channel: Bally Sports DetroitStream: DirecTV StreamCheck out the NBA standings and results on NBA.com

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A host of contenders are in need of big moves. Plus, will Minnesota thrive without KAT? Ric Bucher has the inside scoop.

Cryptocurrency lender BlockFi filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, the latest casualty of the collapse of crypto exchange FTX.

The company tasked with locking down the assets in the failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX said they’ve managed to recover and secure $740 million in assets so far, a fraction of the potential billions that is likely missing from bankrupt company’s coffers.

A host of Hollywood and sports celebrities including Larry David and Tom Brady were named as defendants in a class-action lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange FTX, arguing that their celebrity status made them culpable for promoting the firm’s failed business model.

Bam Adebayo scored 30 points, including a pair of free throws to put Miami up for good with 35 seconds left, and the Heat rallied from a 13-point fourth quarter deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 113-112.

Collapsed cryptocurrency trading firm FTX is confirming there was unauthorized access to its accounts just hours after the company filed for bankruptcy protection.

The arena where the Miami Heat play will soon have a new name, after the team and Miami-Dade County decided Friday to begin actions to terminate their relationship with FTX on the same day that the cryptocurrency exchange filed for bankruptcy.

Things were much different the last time Stephen Curry played in four consecutive road losses.

Miami Heat's Caleb Martin tackled Toronto Raptors' Christian Koloko into the stands, leading to both players being ejected from the game on Saturday night.

Jayson Tatum scored 29 points, Jaylen Brown added 28 and the Boston Celtics topped the Miami Heat 111-104 on Friday night in a rematch of last season’s Eastern Conference finals.

Zion Williamson had a simple message after New Orleans’ preseason game in Miami on Wednesday night.

Tyler Herro and the Miami Heat have agreed on a four-year contract extension that could be worth $130 million, a person with knowledge says.

Chris Webber, Shane Battier and Chauncey Billups have been inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday night.

The Philadelphia 76ers are being investigated by the NBA for possible tampering in offseason free-agency moves involving James Harden, P.

Alex Rodriguez was standing near his courtside seat, oblivious to a few fans who were snapping a quick photo of the baseball great as they walked by.

The 2022 NBA Summer league in Las Vegas is fast approaching, and there are several players from the Mitten state you should keep an eye on.

The Golden State Warriors took down the Boston Celtics 103-90 in game six of the 2022 NBA Finals, winning their fourth title in eight years and their seventh championship in franchise history.

Golf-loving business owner in Irving, Texas, tells employees they can leave early if one of them sinks a monster putt in the office. One of them did.

The Miami Heat family looks like its going to get a little bigger. Coach Erik Spoelstra’s wife, Nikki Sapp Spoelstra, announced Monday that the couple are expecting their third child. Sapp made an Instagram post making it known that she’s about halfway through the pregnancy. The announcement was accompanied by a quartet of photos, two in which you can see her pregnancy bump and two photos of ...

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A frustrated Bam Adebayo tore his jersey apart as he walked off the court after the final buzzer.

A frustrated Bam Adebayo tore his jersey apart as he walked off the court after the final buzzer. Erik Spoelstra made no effort to hide his sadness about how the Miami Heat's season ended. Kyle Lowry said the year was wasted.

One of the costliest moments for the Miami Heat in its season-ending, 100-96 loss to the Boston Celtics on Sunday happened in Secaucus, New Jersey.

Jayson Tatum scored 26 points, Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart each added 24 and the Boston Celtics held off a frantic rally in the final seconds to beat the Miami Heat 100-96 to reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 2010.

Tyler Herro has recovered enough to play for the Miami Heat in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals on Sunday night against the Boston Celtics.

One team will earn the right to play the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals on Sunday night, as the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat meet in the pinnacle of sports drama to wrap up the Eastern Conference Finals, a Game 7. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(2) Boston Celtics vs. (1) Miami Heat (Game 7)After two rather disappointing performances from their starting five, the Heat stepped up with their season on the line on Friday night, most notably Jimmy Butler. It marked the second time that he has hit the 40-point mark in the conference finals, and the fourth time in these playoffs. Boston is looking to erase their playoff demons, as they have lost in three-straight meetings with the Heat, including the conference finals two years ago. Check out the full NBA Playoffs bracket here

Jimmy Butler had 47 points, nine rebounds and eight assists and the Miami Heat forced the Eastern Conference finals to a decisive seventh game by beating the Boston Celtics 111-103 on Friday night.

Heat guard Tyler Herro remained sidelined because of a strained left groin as Miami tries to stave off elimination in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals.

The Eastern Conference Finals could be wrapped up with a bow on Friday night, as the team that finished with the best record in the conference during the regular season has their season hanging in the balance, as the Miami Heat get set to take on the Boston Celtics. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(1) Miami Heat vs. (2) Boston Celtics (Celtics lead 3-2)The Heat started off on the right foot on Wednesday night, taking a five-point lead in a rather low-scoring opening half. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown stepped up when they needed to, with Brown leading the floor with 25 points. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)Boston is now one win away from moving onto the NBA Finals for the first time since losing back in 2010. Check out the full NBA Playoffs bracket here

The New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays are using their social media accounts during Thursday night’s game between the two teams to spread information about how gun violence affects American life.

At a playoff game against the Boston Celtics, the teams PA announcer urged people to contact their state's senators, in the wake of the Texas school shooting.

A moment of silence was held before the announcement, made Wednesday night at a playoff game.

Jaylen Brown scored 25 points, Jayson Tatum added 22 and the Boston Celtics moved to the brink of a berth in the NBA Finals, running away after halftime to beat the Miami Heat 93-80 and take a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference title series.

Tyler Herro’s strained left groin forced the Miami Heat to rule him out of Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night.

As the Eastern Conference Finals move back to South Beach on Wednesday, the series is down to a best-of-three, as the Boston Celtics and Miami each earned a win in New England over the weekend. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(2) Boston Celtics vs. (1) Miami Heat (Series tied 2-2)Though the Heat had Jimmy Butler back in the lineup for game four, the Celtics dominated on Monday night. The Celtics were able to put things on cruise control for the remainder of the game, pulling away with a 102-82 win. Tatum had another standout game for the Celtics, leading the floor with 31 points, with five players hitting double-digits in the big win. Miami is 8-1 at FTX Arena in the playoffs, though the Celtics did come away with a win in game two.

The Eastern Conference finals between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics are as close as can be, heading back to Miami all tied up at two wins apiece.

The Boston Celtics took their turn pounding the Miami Heat early.

The Miami Heat are looking to take a stranglehold in the Eastern Conference Finals, as they will try to put themselves one win away from the NBA Finals when take on the Boston Celtics on Monday night. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(1) Miami Heat vs. (2) Boston Celtics (Heat lead 2-1)The Heat came out firing in game three, outscoring the Celtics 39-18 in the opening quarter, at one points leading by 26 in the first half. He was the only member of the Heat to hit over 20 points in the game three win. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)Jaylen Brown orchestrated the near-comeback for the Celtics, leading all players Saturday night with 40 points. Check out the full NBA Playoffs bracket here

Celtics point guard and Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart was ruled out for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals against Miami.

Three-time NBA champion and entrepreneur Dwyane Wade shares his money-managing lessons learned on and off the court.

Bam Adebayo scored 31 points with 10 rebounds to lead Miami to a 109-103 victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.

Heat guard Jimmy Butler will not play in the second half of Game 3 of their Eastern Conference finals matchup with Boston because of inflammation in his right knee.

The Celtics will be without center Robert Williams III will be out for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference finals matchup with the Heat due to soreness and swelling in his left knee.

As the Eastern Conference Finals shifts to Boston for the first time, the Boston Celtics look to build off their big win in game two against the top team in the East in the Miami Heat on Saturday night. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(1) Miami Heat vs. (2) Boston Celtics (Series tied 1-1)The Celtics responded well after dropping the opening game of the series, jumping out in front of the Heat in a big way. Miami kept things a little more reasonable in the second half, but the Celtics cruised to a 127-102 victory. To no one’s surprise, Jimmy Butler led the floor, scoring 29 points for the Heat in the losing effort. The series now heads to Boston, where the Celtics are 4-2 this postseason, while the Heat are 2-3 away from FTX Arena in these playoffs.

Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics was the leading vote-getter for the All-Defensive first team, with Mikal Bridges of the Phoenix Suns joining him as the other guard.

The Boston Celtics got outworked by the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals but returned the favor in Game 2.

Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Marcus Smart and Jaylen Brown each scored 24 and the Boston Celtics dominated the first half to roll past the Miami Heat 127-102 and tie the Eastern Conference finals at a game apiece.

After a convincing win on Tuesday night, the Miami Heat are looking to take two-game lead in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference Final series with the Boston Celtics. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(2) Boston Celtics vs. (1) Miami Heat (Heat lead 1-0)It was the Jimmy Butler Show once again in the series opener. No other Heat player hit over 20 points in Tuesday night’s contest, however Butler helped the Heat rally from being down 13, including outscoring the Celtics 39-14 in the third quarter. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)Butler led the floor with 41 points, ending up shooting 63.2% from the floor. He became the first player in Miami Heat history to hit 40+ points three times in a single postseason, something not even Dwayne Wade or LeBron James accomplished.

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Placeholder while article actions loadThe National Basketball Association (NBA) playoffs are getting serious. (The Heat won Game 1, 118-107.) Doncic will have his hands full in the Western Conference championship with Golden State, which won Game 1 on Wednesday, 112-87. The Warriors have a core of players — Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green — who won NBA championships in 2015, 2017 and 2018. The conference championships and NBA Finals are the best players on the best teams playing in the best league in the world.

Things have been working out just fine so far in this postseason for Jimmy Butler and the top-seeded Miami Heat.

The final four of the NBA Playoffs are set. Starting on Tuesday night, the two best teams in the Eastern Conference meet to begin their best-of-seven series, as the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics vie to return to the Finals. EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL(2) Boston Celtics vs. (1) Miami Heat (Game 1)The Heat are looking to go back to the NBA Finals for the second time in three years, and have looked like a fairly confident group heading into this series. Coming into the conference finals, Butler is fourth in points-per-game in the playoffs, averaging 28.7 a game, which is second among remaining players. Miami also beat Boston in the 2012 conference finals.

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka and Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra have enormous respect for each other and a bond that stems from their shared history in the sport.

Wade, 40, purchased an equity stake in two sports teams, and he's hosting a TV show. Wade is also taking a chance with the volatile NFT marketplace.

Jimmy Butler scored 32 points and waved “bye bye” to the Philly crowd as he sent the Miami Heat into the Eastern Conference finals with a 99-90 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night in Game 6.

As the second round of the NBA Playoffs comes to its final days, a pair of series have the possibility of ending Thursday night. The 76ers are going to try and stay alive, hoping to avoid their fourth second round exit in five postseasons. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)WESTERN CONFERENCE(1) Phoenix Suns vs. (4) Dallas Mavericks (Suns lead 3-2)In a very similar story, the Suns placed themselves a win from advancing to the conference finals with a convincing game five victory on Tuesday night. Though the Mavericks came out strong, taking a lead into the second quarter, Devin Booker and company took over from there. A third quarter that saw Phoenix outscore Dallas 33-14 was only part of the dominating performance that led to a 110-80 Suns win.

Jimmy Butler scored 23 points, Max Strus added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Miami Heat moved one win away from a trip to the Eastern Conference finals by topping the Philadelphia 76ers 120-85.

Kyle Lowry’s strained hamstring has sent him back to the bench.

James Harden scored 31 points, Joel Embiid had 24 points and 11 rebounds and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Miami Heat 116-108 on Sunday night in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Joel Embiid inspired the Philadelphia 76ers with his return from a facial injury, Danny Green and Tyrese Maxey each scored 21 points and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Miami Heat 99-79 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid returned for Game 3 of the playoff series against Miami after sitting out the first two games with a right orbital fracture and a mild concussion.

EASTERN CONFERENCE(1) Miami Heat vs. (4) Philadelphia 76ers (Heat lead 2-0)The Heat continue to take advantage of a Joel Embiid-less Sixers squad, as they have a commanding 2-0 series lead heading into the City of Brotherly Love. While the 76ers tried to keep it interesting, it was all for naught as the Heat came away with a 119-103 win. Adebayo ended up leading the Heat with 23 points, while Butler picked up a double-double by dropping 22 and registering 12 assists. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)WESTERN CONFERENCE(1) Phoenix Suns vs. (4) Dallas Mavericks (Suns lead 2-0)Dallas came out with a much better team effort in game two on Wednesday, but they saw a similar result against Phoenix. He led all players in Phoenix Wednesday with 35 points, and is now averaging 33.4 points a game in these playoffs.

Bam Adebayo scored 23 points, Jimmy Butler had 22 points and 12 assists, and the Miami Heat beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-103 on Wednesday night for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

EASTERN CONFERENCE(4) Philadelphia 76ers vs. (1) Miami Heat (Heat lead 1-0)Time: 7:30 p.m. Miami played a tougher game in the paint, and it ended up being the deciding factor throughout the game. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)WESTERN CONFERENCE(4) Dallas Mavericks vs. (1) Phoenix Suns (Suns lead 1-0)Time: 10 p.m. Though the Mavericks were able to close the gap later in the game, it was too little, too late, as the Suns took game one by a final score of 121-114. The Slovenian guard did everything he could to keep the Mavs in the game, scoring 45 points, the second highest total of his playoff career.

Tyler Herro was told before the season began that he wouldn’t be in the Miami Heat starting lineup.

The second round of the NBA Playoffs continues on Monday with the remaining two series getting underway, as the two No. EASTERN CONFERENCE(4) Philadelphia 76ers vs. (1) Miami Heat (Game 1)Time: 7:30 p.m. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)WESTERN CONFERENCE(4) Dallas Mavericks vs. (1) Phoenix Suns (Game 1)Time: 10 p.m. The Mavericks are entering the second round for the first time since they won the whole thing back in the 2011. Check out the full NBA Playoffs bracket here

EASTERN CONFERENCE(8) Atlanta Hawks vs. (1) Miami Heat (Heat lead 3-1)The Heat return home on Tuesday with a chance to clinch the series, and move onto the second for the first time in two years. Miami kept the pedal to the floor for the final 24 minutes, taking a two-game series lead with a 110-86 victory. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)WESTERN CONFERENCE(7) Minnesota Timberwolves vs. (2) Memphis Grizzlies (Series tied 2-2)Time: 7:30 p.m. (8) New Orleans Pelicans vs. (1) Phoenix Suns (Series tied 2-2)Time: 10 p.m. While Deandre Ayton played well, scoring 23 points, the lack of scoring depth hurt the Suns in game four.

As more of the series shift across the NBA Playoffs, a few top teams are already eyeing the second round. Watch the NBA Playoffs on FuboTV (7-day free trial)WESTERN CONFERENCE(1) Phoenix Suns vs. (8) New Orleans Pelicans (Series tied 1-1)In a real head-scratcher, the Pelicans are still in their series with the Suns. Brandon Ingram had himself a game, scoring 37 points, while grabbing 11 rebounds to lead the Pelicans to victory. CJ McCollum put 23 points, while Jonas Valanciunas registered another double-double, picking up 13 rebounds while scoring 10 points. Booker ended up leading the Suns with 31 points, with Chris Paul putting up a double-double as well, scoring 17 points and snagging 14 boards.

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EASTERN CONFERENCE(8) Atlanta Hawks vs. (1) Miami Heat (Heat lead 1-0)Time: 7:30 p.m. Danilo Gallinari led the Hawks in the loss, scoring 17 points, while De’Andre Hunter chimed in with 14 points. (8) New Orleans Pelicans vs. (1) Phoenix Suns (Suns lead 1-0)Time: 10 p.m. Phoenix ran rough shot over New Orleans in the opening half, outscoring the Pelicans 28-16, and leading by 19 at halftime. The two-headed monster of Chris Paul and Devin Booker led the Suns in the series opener.

The NBA playoffs are officially in full swing and we’ll be treated to our second full day of postseason action on Sunday. We’ll start with the first game of the day as the Atlanta Hawks take on the Miami Heat and then finish up by looking at the showdown between the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics. Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat predictions: Heat -6.5The Hawks deserve a lot of credit just for getting here. The Hawks are also going to be without starting center Clint Capela, who hurt his knee in the win over the Cavs. Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics predictions: Celtics -4The Nets got into the playoffs with their play-in win over the Cavs, but they didn’t exactly look great doing it.

The winner will earns the 7 seed in the playoffs and will play the 2 seed Boston Celtics in a seven-game series starting on Sunday. He’s played five games in the NBA this season: two with the Lakers and three with the Hawks, most recently on Dec. 31. He’s played 30 games with the Lakers’ G League affiliate, averaging 15.2 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. He appeared in 42 games this year with 20 starts and averaged 14.2 points per game. There are several former Wolverines who appeared in at least one NBA game this season but will not play in the playoffs.

The second year of the NBA's play-in playoff tournament begins on Tuesday. With no clear-cut favorites, the title is up for grabs.

Michael Kouame, a 15-year-old French tennis player, slapped his opponent in the face after losing a match at the International Tennis Federation’s juniors tournament in Accra, Ghana on Monday.

The Detroit Pistons looked to snap a three-game losing streak when they traveled to South Beach to take on the Miami Heat. On Tuesday night, the Pistons kept the Heat within two points with just over two minutes remaining in the game. The Pistons also did not have Hamidou Diallo or Frank Jackson, who also provide the Pistons with some offensive jolts. Strus helped the Heat, which is the top team in the Eastern Conference, quickly regain control of the game after the Pistons went on a 19-0 run. Grant scored 22 points, had four rebounds and two blocks, while Bagley and Saddiq Bey chipped in 13 points each.

Pistons second-year guard Killian Hayes (Right Adductor; Contusion) and veteran guard Rodney McGruder (Left Hamstring; Strain) are both probable to return to action on Tuesday night. That would give the Pistons some much-needed depth at guard, should Cunningham miss action. Should Cunningham miss Tuesday’s game, Hayes would likely start beside veteran guard Cory Joseph. Detroit moved the second-year guard to the second unit as they eased him back from soreness in his left tibia. Hayes has found a rhythm leading the second unit and it has earned several minutes closing out games.

The Detroit Pistons head south for a trip through Florida, looking to end their current losing streak against one of the best teams in the NBA, as the Miami Heat welcome the Pistons to town on Tuesday night. In their last game of their recent homestand, the Pistons jumped out to a sizeable lead against the Los Angeles Clippers. Watch the Detroit Pistons on DirecTV StreamDespite the loss, star rookie Cade Cunningham had himself another solid game, picking up his 10th double-double of the season, leading the Pistons with 23 points and grabbing 10 assists. Check out more stories about the Detroit Pistons here on MLiveWhat: NBA BasketballWho: Miami Heat (45-25) vs. Detroit Pistons (18-49)When: Tuesday, March 15Time: 7:30 p.m. ETWhere: FTX Arena (Miami, Fla.)Channel: Bally Sports DetroitStream: DirecTV StreamCheck out the NBA standings and results on NBA.com

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Despite another great start and offensive output, the Detroit Pistons have lost back-to-back games, and hope Santa left behind some Christmas cheer when they take on the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday. In the losing effort, Detroit saw all five of their starters step up, with each hitting double-digits. Now, the Pistons will try and get back on the winning track against the San Antonio Spurs, who have certainly seen better days. Check out more stories about the Detroit Pistons here on MLiveWhat: NBA BasketballWho: Detroit Pistons (5-26) vs. San Antonio Spurs (13-18)When: Sunday, December 26Time: 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: AT&T Center (San Antonio, Texas)Channel: Bally Sports DetroitStream: DirecTV StreamCheck out the NBA standings and results on NBA.com

MIAMI (AP) — Tyler Herro scored 29 points, Max Strus added 26 and the Miami Heat rallied to beat the short-handed Detroit Pistons 115-112 on Thursday night. Cory Joseph’s game-tying 3-point attempt with two seconds left bounced off the rim and was rebounded by Miami reserve forward Udonis Haslem. The Heat scored seven unanswered points and went ahead 112-110 on a 3-pointer by Herro with 1:12 remaining. The 41-year-old Haslem scored seven points and had five rebounds in 12 minutes. Heat: Since joining the starting rotation, Vincent has scored in double figures in five of seven games.

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions and Detroit Pistons each won by double digits on the same day Sunday, the first time that’s happened since October 1973. It’s also the first time the Lions and Pistons beat teams over .500 on the same day since December 2010, and the first time they won on the same day -- period -- since November 2017. The Pistons beat the Miami Heat 100-90, snapping their brutal 14-game losing streak. Welcome to Detroit.”On October 28, 1973, the Pistons beat the Seattle SuperSonics 115-93 while the Lions blanked the Green Bay Packers 34-0. The Lions needed a culture change, and they’re getting it under Dan Campbell.