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Miami Heat Star-Studded Home Opener
Miami Heat face Timberwolves in star-filled opener with Edwards, Ball, Antetokounmpo and Adebayo.
In brief
Miami Heat face Timberwolves in star-filled opener with Edwards, Ball, Antetokounmpo and Adebayo. Miami Heat open 2026/27 season against Timberwolves with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. Originally reported by Inside The Heat.
Heat Open 2026/27 Season
The Miami Heat will open their 2026/27 NBA season against the Minnesota Timberwolves on ESPN in South Beach.
Star-Studded Lineup
Giannis Antetokounmpo now in Miami, Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball join the Heat for opening night.
Heat's New-Look Roster
The Heat have a superstar boost with Antetokounmpo to help Adebayo while facing Edwards and the Timberwolves.
Edwards' Dominance
Anthony Edwards has a 9-3 record against the Heat including three straight wins since joining the NBA.
Timberwolves' Move
The Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets to strengthen their roster.
Heat's Strategy
The Heat will switch defense, rebound and run to match Minnesota's physical style.
Key Players
Dru Smith returns from two-week absence while Pelle Larsson plays after recent illness.
Timberwolves' Status
The Timberwolves enter healthy except for Donte DiVincenzo who tore his Achilles tendon in 2026 playoffs.
Opening Night Impact
A win would give the Heat early momentum and signal their intent to compete with NBA's best.
Bench Strategy
Erik Spoelstra may deploy Tim Hardaway Jr., Bobby Portis Jr. and Pelle Larsson as bench staples.
What to remember
Miami Heat open 2026/27 season against Timberwolves with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball.
