The Miami Heat are one of the most successful and storied franchises in the NBA. Founded in 1988, they have gone on to become three-time champions with a roster full of star players including LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and more. The team plays their home games at FTX Arena where they consistently deliver thrilling performances that bring fans from all over to experience some great basketball. With an impressive history behind them and plenty of excitement ahead, the Miami Heat continue to be one of the best teams in professional sports today.
1. Dwyane Wade
Shooting guard
Career
- 3× NBA champion (2006, 2012, 2013)
- NBA Finals MVP (2006)
- 13× NBA All-Star (2005–2016, 2019)
- NBA All-Star Game MVP (2010)
- 2× All-NBA First Team (2009, 2010)
- 3× All-NBA Second Team (2005, 2006, 2011)
- 3× All-NBA Third Team (2007, 2012, 2013)
- 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2005, 2009, 2010)
- NBA scoring champion (2009)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004)
- NBA 75th Anniversary Team
- No. 3 retired by Miami Heat
- Consensus first-team All-American (2003)
- Third-team All-American – SN (2002)
- Conference USA Player of the Year (2003)
- 2× First-team All-Conference USA (2002, 2003)
- No. 3 retired by Marquette Golden Eagles
Dwyane Wade was born on January 17, 1982 in Chicago, Illinois. He played college basketball at Marquette and was drafted by the Miami Heat in 2003. Wade has been a shooting guard for most of his career and is currently playing for the Utah Jazz.
He has won three NBA championships with the Miami Heat (2006, 2013, 2016). In 2019 he announced that he would be retiring from professional basketball after 19 seasons.
Dwyane Wade is a 3-time NBA champion and 13-time All-Star. He was the 2010 MVP of the NBA Finals and also won an Olympic gold medal in 2008.
Wade has been named to six All-NBA teams and two All-Defensive teams, as well as being a scoring champion and rookie of the year recipient.
Also Played For: cleveland cavaliers, chicago bulls
2. LeBron James
Power forward
Career
- 2003–2010: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2010–2014: Miami Heat
- 2014–2018: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2018–present: Los Angeles Lakers
LeBron James is a two-time NBA champion and three-time MVP. He has led the Cavaliers to back-to-back championships in 2016 and 2017. In 2018, he joined the Lakers for an unprecedented move westward in the NBA's history.
His jersey number (6) was retired by both Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat organizations after his third consecutive MVP award in the 2014–2015 season.
LeBron James also holds several other records such as the most points scored in a playoff game with 73 against Boston Celtics.
Also, the highest scoring average ever with 38 points per game over his whole career, youngest player to score 30 000 points or more and fastest player to reach 20 000 assists milestone among others LeBron James is a four-time NBA Champion, three-time MVP, and eighteen-time All-Star.
He has been named to the NBA’s all-defensive teams five times and was an AP Athlete of the Year nominee in 2013, 2016, and 2018.
LeBron also won gold medals with Team USA at the 2002 FIBA World Championship, 2012 Olympics, and 2016 Rio Olympics respectively.
In 2020 he became only the fourth player in history to win scoring titles in each of his first six seasons as a professional (28 points per game).
Also Played For: school basketball, fantasy basketball
3. Alonzo Mourning
Center
Career
- NBA champion (2006)
- 7× NBA All-Star (1994–1997, 2000–2002)
- All-NBA First Team (1999)
- All-NBA Second Team (2000)
- 2× NBA Defensive Player of the Year (1999, 2000)
- 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1999, 2000)
- 2× NBA blocks leader (1999, 2000)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1993)
- J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (2002)
- No. 33 retired by Miami Heat
- Consensus first-team All-American (1992)
- Consensus second-team All-American (1990)
- Third-team All-American – NABC (1991)
- Big East Player of the Year (1992)
- 2× First-team All-Big East (1990, 1992)
- 3× Big East Defensive Player of the Year (1989, 1990, 1992)
- 2× USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1990, 2000)
- NCAA blocks leader (1989)
- National high school player of the year (1988)
- McDonald's All-American Game MVP (1988)
- 2× First-team Parade All-American (1987, 1988)
- Second-team Parade All-American (1986)
- Virginia Mr. Basketball (1988)
Alonzo Mourning is a five-time NBA Champion and two-time Finals MVP. He was drafted second overall in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets and played for them until 2001.
He then joined the Miami Heat, where he won his first title in 2006 and his second in 2007. In 2008, Mourning retired from professional basketball after playing with the Heat for 13 seasons.
Alonzo currently holds several positions within the Miami Heat organization including Vice President of Player Programs and Development Alonzo Mourning was a dominant player in the NBA for over a decade, winning championships with Miami Heat and New Jersey Nets.
He was an All-NBA selection six times and led the league in blocks twice. After retiring from the game, he founded Alonzo Mourning Foundation to help disadvantaged children in his hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Also Played For: georgetown hoyas, 2001–02 nba season
4. Shaquille O'Neal
Center
Career
- 4× NBA champion (2000–2002, 2006)
- 3× NBA Finals MVP (2000–2002)
- NBA Most Valuable Player (2000)
- 15× NBA All-Star (1993–1998, 2000–2007, 2009)
- 3× NBA All-Star Game MVP (2000, 2004, 2009)
- 8× All-NBA First Team (1998, 2000–2006)
- 2× All-NBA Second Team (1995, 1999)
- 4× All-NBA Third Team (1994, 1996, 1997, 2009)
- 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2000, 2001, 2003)
- NBA Rookie of the Year (1993)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1993)
- 2× NBA scoring champion (1995, 2000)
- 2× IBM Award (2000, 2001)
- NBA anniversary team (50th, 75th)
- No. 34 retired by Los Angeles Lakers
- No. 32 retired by Miami Heat
- Associated Press Player of the Year (1991)
- UPI Player of the Year (1991)
- Adolph Rupp Trophy (1991)
- 2× Consensus first-team All-American (1991, 1992)
- 2× SEC Player of the Year (1991, 1992)
- NCAA blocks leader (1992)
- NCAA rebounding leader (1991)
- No. 33 retired by LSU Tigers
- FIBA World Championship MVP (1994)
- USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1994)
- McDonald's All-American Game Co-MVP (1989)
- First-team Parade All-American (1989)
- Texas Mr. Basketball (1989)
O'Neal was a dominant center in the NBA for many years. He is one of only three players to score more than 30,000 points and grab more than 1,500 rebounds in their career.
O'Neal has been involved in several controversies over the course of his playing career, including a nightclub brawl and an incident where he threw a basketball at then-teammate Kobe Bryant's head.
O'Neal retired from professional basketball in 2011 after injuries had begun to limit his playtime on the court. Since retiring from playing professionally, O'Neal has focused on becoming a television personality and entrepreneur, most notably owning two restaurants with former Magic teammate Dwight Howard.
In 2017, Shaquille O'Neal was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Shaquille O'Neal is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history. He was a four-time champion and three-time MVP.
He is also one of only five players to win both awards in the same season. O'Neal's career was cut short by injuries, but he still holds many records, including the most rebounds (22,387) and blocks (11,924).
After retirement from playing basketball, Shaq became a commentator for ESPN. In 2018 he served as an ambassador for the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), which honored him with its Ambassador of Peace award that year.
Also Played For: boston celtics, center basketball
5. Chris Bosh
Power forward
Career
- 2003–2010: Toronto Raptors
- 2010–2017: Miami Heat
Bosh was born in Dallas, Texas, and played high school basketball at Lincoln. Bosh attended Georgia Tech where he started his career as a power forward before being moved to center later on in his college career.
Bosh was drafted fourth overall by the Toronto Raptors in 2003 and spent several years with them before moving to the Miami Heat in 2010.
Bosh is one of the most successful players in NBA history, winning two championships with the Miami Heat (2012, 2013).
He also won an Olympic gold medal with Team USA during the 2016 Rio Olympics. In 2017, Bosh announced that he would be retiring from professional basketball due to persistent injuries sustained over the course of his playing career. Bosh was a two-time NBA champion and 11-time All-Star.
He was also an All-NBA Second Team selection and helped Miami to win their first championship in 2012. Bosh retired as the No. 1 player in Heat history, after leading them to back-to-back championships in 2013 and 2014.
Outside of basketball, Bosh is known for his philanthropy work with children's charities around the world - he has even launched his own charity called "Bosh Kids."
In December 2016, it was announced that Bosh had been diagnosed with a blood clot in his lung; although he required surgery to remove the clot, he is expected to make a full recovery.
Also Played For: toronto raptors, 2009–10 nba season
6. Bam Adebayo
Center
Career
- NBA All-Star (2020)
- 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2020–2022)
- Second-team All-SEC (2017)
- SEC All-Freshman team (2017)
- McDonald's All-American (2016)
- North Carolina Mr. Basketball (2016)
Bam Adebayo is a 25-year-old center/power forward who was drafted 14th overall in the 2017 NBA Draft. Bam Adebayo played two seasons at Kentucky before being drafted by the Miami Heat in 2017.
Bam Adebayo has averaged 10 points and 7 rebounds per game over his career, making him an important part of both the Heat's frontcourt rotation as well as their postseason run in 2018.
Bam Adebayo will be entering his fourth season with the Miami Heat next year and will look to build on his successes from last year Bam Adebayo is a center for the Miami Heat who has quickly become one of the league's top players.
Bam was drafted by the Heat with the seventh overall pick in 2016 and he has since developed into one of their most important players. He led all rookies in scoring last season, averaging 18 points and 10 rebounds per game.
His play on both ends of the court has made him a key part of Miami's success over the past two seasons. Bam is a versatile player who can score inside or outside, making him difficult to defend no matter where he is on the court.
He will be an important part of Miami's future as they look to challenge for championships again in 2020 and 2021.
Also Played For: kentucky basketball, nba playoffs best player
7. Tim Hardaway
Point guard
Career
- 5× NBA All-Star (1991–1993, 1997, 1998)
- All-NBA First Team (1997)
- 3× All-NBA Second Team (1992, 1998, 1999)
- All-NBA Third Team (1993)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1990)
- No. 10 retired by Miami Heat
- Frances Pomeroy Naismith Award (1989)
- ABA All Star-Game (2006)
- WAC Player of the Year (1989)
- First-team All-WAC (1989)
- No. 10 retired by UTEP Miners
Hardaway was a point guard who spent nine seasons in the NBA. He played for the Golden State Warriors and Chicago Bulls before joining the Knicks in 2003.
Hardaway is well-known for his scoring ability, earning him nicknames such as "The Iceman" and "Mr. Clutch." After retiring from playing basketball, Hardaway began coaching with the Knicks' development league affiliate in 2017.
Tim Hardaway was a four-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA Second Team selection. He played for the Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets over his 17-year career.
In 2001, Tim became head coach of the Indiana Pacers but only lasted one season before being fired in 2002.
Tim then had a short stint as an assistant coach with the Detroit Pistons from 2014 to 2018. After retiring from coaching he has continued to be involved in basketball by working as an analyst for Turner Sports on TNT broadcasts of NBA games.
8. Udonis Haslem
Power forward
Career
- 3× NBA champion (2006, 2012, 2013)
- NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2004)
- Second-team All-American – NABC (2002)
- Third-team All-American – AP (2001)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2001, 2002)
- 2× Third-team All-SEC (1999, 2000)
Udonis Haslem is a power forward for the Miami Heat and was drafted by them in 2002. He has played with the Heat since 2007 and is one of their longest-serving players.
In 2011, he won his first championship with the team, defeating the Dallas Mavericks in six games. He has also been named to two All-Star Teams (2008, 2010) and won an NBA Championship in 2011.
Udonis Haslem's career high points are 19 points (2011), 14 rebounds (2009), and five assists (2007). His nickname is "The Big Three" because he shares it with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh; they all play together for the Miami Heat basketball team.
Udonis Haslem is a Miami Heat player who has been with the team since 2002. He has won three championships with the Heat and was an All-Star in each of his first five seasons in the NBA.
Haslem also played for Chalon-sur-Saône and Miami, winning two French Championships during his playing career there.
In 2002, he was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks but never played for them as he joined the Miami Heat instead soon after being drafted; however, he did play briefly for their D-League affiliate before rejoining the main roster later on that year.
He remains with Miami to this day and is one of only six players (along with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Tim Duncan, and Kevin Durant) to win multiple titles while playing across all four major U.S professional leagues – MLB/NBA/WNBA – at some point in their careers.
Also Played For: 2003–04 nba season, 2006–07 nba season
9. Jimmy Butler
Power forward
Career
- 6× NBA All-Star (2015–2018, 2020, 2022)
- 4× All-NBA Third Team (2017, 2018, 2020, 2021)
- 5× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2014–2016, 2018, 2021)
- NBA Most Improved Player (2015)
- NBA steals leader (2021)
Butler was originally selected by the Chicago Bulls in the 2011 NBA draft. He has spent his entire playing career with the Bulls, where he is a two-time All-Star and an MVP candidate.
Butler is known for his perimeter shooting and ball-handling skills, which have made him one of the most versatile players in the league. He announced his retirement from professional basketball on May 15th, 2019 after missing most of the 2018–19 season due to injury.
Jimmy Butler is an All-Star and 5-time NBA Defensive Second Team member. As a Chicago Bull, he averaged 20 points and 10 rebounds per game while shooting 50%. He has also been named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team five times in six seasons with the Bulls.
After being traded to Minnesota Timberwolves in 2017, Butler led his team to their first playoff berth since 2004 where they were eliminated by Cleveland Cavaliers in 6 games (1st round).
In 2018 Jimmy signed with the Philadelphia 76ers averaging 22 points and 8 assists off the bench en route to winning Rookie of The Year honors from both The Sporting News and Basketball Insiders Awards. Also, Third Team All-NBA honors from the Associated Press panel (behind Kyrie Irving & DeMar DeRozan).
On July 6th, 2019 Jimmy was traded along with Tobias Harris and two future 1sts for Kemba Walker who had just completed his fourth season with Charlotte Hornets averaging 27 PPG 7 RPG 4 APG.
It happened when he was acquired by Miami Heat making him their all-time leading scorer at 29,596 career points, not including playoff performances which would bring that total up to over 30K.
Also Played For: minnesota timberwolves, western conference
10. Glen Rice
Career
- 1989–1995: Miami Heat
- 1995–1999: Charlotte Hornets
- 1999–2000: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2000–2001: New York Knicks
- 2001–2003: Houston Rockets
- 2003–2004: Los Angeles Clippers
Glen Rice was a highly productive small forward in the NBA for many years. He first gained fame as a member of the Miami Heat, where he won two championships and helped lead them to another Finals appearance.
After leaving Miami, Glen spent time with the Charlotte Hornets before retiring in 2004. Glen is now a commentator on various sports broadcasts and has written two books about his basketball career experiences.
Glen Rice was a prolific scorer in the NBA and is one of the most decorated players in league history. He won an NBA championship with the Lakers and three All-Star games. Rice also held numerous NCAA records, including winning a national title with Michigan Wolverines in 1989.
After retiring from basketball, Glen Rice has devoted his time to charity work and promoting educational programs for children across America.
Also Played For: los angeles lakers, michigan high school basketball
11. Rony Seikaly
Center
Career
- NBA Most Improved Player (1990)
- Consensus second-team NCAA All-American (1988)
- 3× Second-team All-Big East (1986–1988)
- No. 4 retired by Syracuse Orange
Rony Seikaly was a dominant center in the NBA for many years. He had an excellent career with the Miami Heat and the Golden State Warriors, before retiring in 2000.
Seikaly is one of only two players to ever win three MVPs (the other being Kareem Abdul-Jabbar). He was nicknamed "The Pharaoh" because of his impressive physical stature and play on the court.
Seikaly has been involved in charity work throughout his life, most notably through his support of cancer research initiatives.
Seikaly currently resides in Los Angeles, California, where he works as a television commentator for Lebanese networks and hosts a show about basketball culture in Lebanon Seikaly was a dominant player in the NBA for many years.
He was drafted by the Orlando Magic and helped lead them to two championship titles. Seikaly also played for the New Jersey Nets and Barcelona, winning several awards along the way. Seikaly is currently retired from playing basketball but still has a presence in international competitions.
Also Played For: syracuse orange men's basketball
12. Tyler Herro
Shooting guard
Career
- NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2022)
- NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2020)
- Second-team All-SEC (2019)
- SEC Newcomer of the Year – AP (2019)
- SEC All-Freshman Team (2019)
Tyler Herro is a shooting guard for the Miami Heat in the NBA. He was born on January 20, 2000, and attended high school at Whitnall (Greenfield, Wisconsin).
In 2018-2019 he played college basketball for Kentucky where he averaged 18 points per game and 4 rebounds per game as a junior. Tyler was drafted by the Miami Heat as the 13th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.
Tyler Herro is a versatile player who can play both forward positions. He had an impressive rookie season with the Miami Heat, averaging 9.7 points and 4 rebounds per game. Tyler Herro was selected to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2020 and has continued to improve each year since then.
In 2019, he became one of only two players in SEC history to record 1,000 points (1,031) and 500 rebounds (527). Tyler Herro is a hard worker on the court and always gives his all no matter what situation he's in Game 7 vs Toronto Raptors - His hustle led to him scoring 14 points off the bench.
With another great season ahead of him, Tyler Herro is sure to cement himself as one of the best sixth men in league history.
Also Played For: shooting guard, nba best young players
13. Eddie Jones
Career
- 3× NBA All-Star (1997, 1998, 2000)
- All-NBA Third Team (2000)
- 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1998–2000)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1995)
- NBA Rookie Challenge MVP (1995)
- NBA steals leader (2000)
- Atlantic 10 Player of the Year (1994)
- Robert V. Geasey Trophy winner (1994)
Eddie Jones was a shooting guard and small forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, and Charlotte Hornets during his playing career. He averaged 12 points per game in his NBA career.
Jones is currently an assistant coach with the Australian Boomers team. Eddie Jones was born on October 20th, 1971 in Pompano Beach Florida to African American parents who played basketball professionally before he was born.
His younger brother Reggie also had a successful professional basketball career as a player-coach in Spain and South America before retiring in 2013 at the age of 42 after 16 seasons as head coach of Gran Canaria Basket Club (Gran Canaria).
Jones holds dual citizenship with Australia through his father's heritage, which helped him land coaching roles Down Under including stints with Melbourne United (2011–12) and Sydney Kings (2015).
Also Played For: temple university basketball
14. Ray Allen
Shooting guard
Career
- 1996–2003: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2003–2007: Seattle SuperSonics
- 2007–2012: Boston Celtics
- 2012–2014: Miami Heat
Ray Allen is a former shooting guard who played in the NBA for 17 seasons. He was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 1996 and spent five seasons with them before joining the Boston Celtics.
Allen won an NBA title with Boston in 2008 and was also named MVP of that year's playoffs. In 2012, he signed with the Miami Heat but only lasted one season before retiring from professional basketball at age 38.
Since retirement, Allen has lent his support to various charities and continues to be involved in sports through coaching opportunities and commentary work on television broadcasts. Ray Allen is a two-time NBA champion and 10-time All-Star.
He was an all-NBA second-team selection in 2005 and won the three-point contest in 2001. Allen played college ball at UConn before being drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in 1996, where he spent most of his career.
In 2007, Allen was traded to Miami for Shane Battier and Chris Anderson, helping lead the Heat to back-to-back championships that year.
After spending several years with the Boston Celtics, Allen signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder as a free agent during the 2017–2018 season but left after just one game due to an injury.
Also Played For: seattle supersonics, nba 75th anniversary team
15. Steve Smith
Shooting guard
Career
- NBA champion (2003)
- NBA All-Star (1998)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1992)
- NBA Sportsmanship Award (2002)
- J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (1998)
- Consensus second-team All-American (1991)
- Third-team All-American – AP, UPI (1990)
- 2× First-team All-Big Ten (1990, 1991)
- No. 21 retired by Michigan State Spartans
Smith is a shooting guard who played in the NBA for over 20 years. Smith was drafted fifth overall by the Miami Heat in the 1991 NBA Draft. In his first two seasons with Miami, he helped lead them to two championship titles (1993 and 1994).
After leaving Miami, Smith spent three years with Atlanta before moving on to Portland and San Antonio. He retired from professional basketball in 2005 after playing for the Spurs once again during the 2002–03 season.
Steve Smith currently works as an analyst for Turner Sports' coverage of college basketball games on the TNT channel Steve Smith was a versatile player who excelled at both scoring and assists.
He played for four teams in his 14-year career but is most remembered for playing with the Charlotte Bobcats. Smith won an NBA championship with the New Orleans Hornets in 2003 and also made five All-Star appearances during his lengthy career.
He retired from playing in 2013 after spending time with the Miami Heat, where he helped lead them to two championships (2013, 2016).
Also Played For: michigan state basketball, michigan state spartans basketball
16. Duncan Robinson
Small forward
Career
- The Governor's Academy
- (Newbury, Massachusetts)
- Phillips Exeter Academy
- (Exeter, New Hampshire)
Duncan Robinson was born on April 22, 1994, in York, Maine. He attended The Governor's Academy and Phillips Exeter Academy before being drafted by the Miami Heat in the second round of the 2016 NBA Draft.
Robinson has spent three seasons with the Miami Heat and has played in 174 games (averaging 4 minutes per game). In 2018-19, he signed with Baskonia Orléans of the French LNB Pro A league where he averaged 10 points per game.
Robinson is a two-time All-Star and 2017 Olympic Gold Medalist for Team USA which makes him one of only four players to win an NCAA championship, an NBA title, an Olympic gold medal, and a FIBA World Cup tournament medal (the others are LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Tim Duncan).
He is married to actress Nia Long and they have one child together Duncan Robinson was a standout player at both the college and professional levels.
He starred for Williams College before transferring to Michigan, where he led the Wolverines to an NCAA Tournament appearance in his lone season with the team.
Robinson spent last year playing professionally in Australia, where he averaged 18 points per game over 32 games with Sioux Falls Skyforce.
The Miami Heat drafted Robinson in 2018 but he has yet to make an appearance in the NBA due to injury; however, he is set to join Sioux Falls this season as part of their rotation.
At just 22 years old, Duncan Robinson has a lot of potentials and looks primed for big things down the road.
He is a versatile scorer who can play either shooting guard or small forward positions on offense and also provides strong defense off the bench; making him an ideal addition for any team looking for scoring help.
Also Played For: nba undrafted, undrafted nba
17. Max Strus
Small forward
Career
- Second-team All-Big East (2019)
- First-team All-GLVC (2016)
- Second-team All-GLVC (2015)
Max Strus was originally a high school basketball star at Amos Alonzo Stagg in Palos Hills, Illinois. After two seasons of college ball with Lewis University, he was drafted by the Miami Heat in the second round (41st overall) of the 2018 NBA draft.
Max Strus is best known for his shooting ability from behind the 3-point line and will likely be used off the bench for the Heat this season. He has also shown some promise as a defender and rebounder over his short career so far.
Look for Max Strus to continue to develop on both sides of the court during his time with Miami and hopefully help them make an appearance in next year's playoffs.
Max Strus is a 6'7" forward from DePaul who was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 2019 NBA draft. Strus played two seasons at DePaul, averaging 14 points and 5 rebounds per game while shooting 49 percent from the field and 39 percent from three-point range.
He signed with the Miami Heat as an undrafted free agent this offseason and will compete for a spot on their roster during the upcoming season.
18. Kyle Lowry
Point guard
Career
- NBA champion (2019)
- 6× NBA All-Star (2015–2020)
- All-NBA Third Team (2016)
- Second-team All-Big East (2006)
- Big East All-Freshman Team (2005)
- No. 1 retired by Villanova Wildcats
Kyle Lowry is a point guard for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. He attended Cardinal Dougherty High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and played college basketball at Villanova.
Lowry was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2006 but never played a game for them before being traded to Toronto midway through his rookie season. Since joining the Raptors, Lowry has been one of their most consistent players and is often relied on as a leader on both sides of the floor.
His contract with Toronto expires after the 2020–21 season and speculation surrounds whether he will remain with the team or move on to another franchise.
Kyle Lowry is married and has three children, two sons and a daughter who attends boarding school full-time during the school year。 Kyle Lowry is a two-time NBA All-Star and champion.
Kyle Lowry was a key player on Villanova's title team in 2005. Lowry played his first six seasons with the Houston Rockets before joining the Toronto Raptors in 2012.
In 2017, he helped lead Miami to their first championship since 2006. Kyle Lowry has represented the United States at both the Olympics (2012) and World Championships (2011, 2013).
Also Played For: point guard, nba 2k19
19. Goran Dragić
Point guard
Career
- 2004–2006: Geoplin Slovan
- 2006–2007: Murcia
- 2007–2008: Union Olimpija
- 2008–2011: Phoenix Suns
- 2011–2012: Houston Rockets
- 2011: Saski Baskonia
- 2012–2015: Phoenix Suns
- 2015–2021: Miami Heat
- 2021–2022: Toronto Raptors
- 2022: Brooklyn Nets
- 2022–2023: Chicago Bulls
- 2023–present: Milwaukee Bucks
Dragić was born in Ljubljana, Slovenia on 6 May 1986. He started his career with Geoplin Slovan before moving to Murcia and then Union Olimpija. Dragić has played for the Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls, and San Antonio Spurs in his playing career thus far.
He is currently a member of the Atlanta Hawks following the conclusion of the 2017–18 season. Dragić has averaged 14 points per game throughout his NBA career thus far while shooting around 44% from three-point range.
Goran Dragić is a 7-foot-tall Croatian professional basketball player who has played for the Phoenix Suns, Houston Rockets, Saski Baskonia, and the Miami Heat.
He was drafted by the Suns with the 4th pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. He won an Olympic gold medal as part of Team Croatia at the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympics after defeating Spain 108-93 in the final game.
In 2017, he signed a five-year contract extension with his current team, the Chicago Bulls worth $171 million dollars (with an annual salary of $25 million).
This makes him one of only 2 players to ever sign a 5-year max deal worth over $150 million without playing any games for that team before signing it (the other being LeBron James).
Dragić is also known for his spectacular dunks and 3-point shot which have seen him named All-NBA Third Team twice (in 2014 and 2018) and win two EuroBasket MVP awards - once in 2017 when.
Croatia beat France 95-68 in the finals, and again in 2020 when they defeated Serbia 111-92 to clinch their first title since the 2007 championship run.
Also Played For: eurobasket, nba european
20. Victor Oladipo
Guard
Career
- 2× NBA All-Star (2018, 2019)
- All-NBA Third Team (2018)
- NBA All-Defensive First Team (2018)
- NBA Most Improved Player (2018)
- NBA steals leader (2018)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2014)
- Sporting News Player of the Year (2013)
- Adolph Rupp Trophy (2013)
- Consensus first-team All-American (2013)
- NABC co-Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
- Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2013)
- 2× Big Ten All-Defensive team (2012, 2013)
Victor Oladipo is a shooting guard for the Miami Heat. He was drafted by the Orlando Magic in 2013 and has since played with them, as well as the Indiana Pacers.
Victor Oladipo is known for his strong Shooting and Passing abilities which have helped him be one of the most successful players in NBA history so far. In 2018 he won his first championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers after playing an instrumental role throughout the playoffs and Finals.
Oladipo is one of the most decorated players in college basketball history, winning two NCAA championships with Indiana. Oladipo was drafted fourth overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2014 and has since become an All-Star and a key player on their team.
In 2017, he was traded to the Indiana Pacers where he continued his dominant play, helping them win a second straight championship.
Oladipo is scheduled to join the Houston Rockets for the 2021 season but could potentially sign another contract with Miami Heat afterward if everything goes well.
21. Mario Chalmers
Point guard
Career
- 2× NBA champion (2012, 2013)
- NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2009)
- FIBA Champions League champion (2019)
- Greek Cup winner (2020)
- NCAA champion (2008)
- NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player (2008)
- Big 12 Co-Defensive Player of the Year (2007)
- Big 12 tournament MVP (2006)
- No. 15 jersey retired by Kansas Jayhawks
- McDonald's All-American (2005)
- Third-team Parade All-American (2005)
Mario Chalmers is an American point guard who has played for the Miami Heat in the NBA. Chalmers attended high school at Bartlett in Anchorage, Alaska, and played college basketball for Kansas.
He was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2008 but never made it past their developmental league team before being traded to Miami two years later. In 2015, he signed with Memphis Grizzlies but only lasted one season there before returning to Miami where he currently plays.
Chalmers is a three-time All-Star player and had his best statistical year in 2014–2015 when he averaged 15 points per game and 4 assists Chalmers played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks and was a two-time NCAA champion.
Chalmers was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2009 and won an NBA championship with them in 2012 and 2013.
Chalmers has also been successful in the FIBA Champions League, winning a title with AEK Athens in 2019. In 2020, Chalmers helped lead Indios de Mayagüez to their first-ever Greek Cup victory.
He is currently playing for Virtus Bologna of Italy's Serie A league system. Chalmers is well known for his scoring ability on both offense and defense; he has scored over 16,000 points during his professional career thus far.
His jersey number 15 was retired by the Kansas Jayhawks back in 2018 as a mark of respect for one of America's best players to come out of college hoops.
22. Hassan Whiteside
Center
Career
- NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2016)
- NBA rebounding leader (2017)
- 2× NBA blocks leader (2016, 2020)
- All-Lebanese League First Team (2014)
- Lebanese League Block champion (2014)
- NBL-China champion (2013)
- NBL-China Finals MVP (2013)
- NBL-China Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
- NBA G League champion (2013)
- NCAA blocks leader (2010)
- Second-team All-Conference USA (2010)
- Conference USA Defensive Player of the Year (2010)
- Conference USA Freshman of the Year (2010)
Hassan Whiteside is a 7-foot center who was drafted by the Miami Heat in the first round of the 2009 NBA Draft. He played four seasons with Miami before signing with Portland as a free agent in 2019.
Whiteside has averaged 14.9 points and 10 rebounds per game over his career, both of which are third all-time among active players behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Shaquille O'Neal.
He has also won three Defensive Player of the Year Awards, two All-Star games, and one championship medal with Miami during his time in the league.
Hassan Whiteside attended the University of Florida, where he played for coach Billy Donovan. After playing one season in the NBA with the Sacramento Kings, Hassan was traded to the Reno Bighorns.
In 2013, Hassan signed with Sichuan Blue Whales of China and helped them win a championship that year. The Miami Heat drafted him in 2014 and he has been a part of their team ever since then.
Whiteside received his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida in 2011 after spending two seasons there as a member of its basketball team.Also Played For: nba 2k18
23. Gary Payton
Point guard
Career
- NBA champion (2006)
- 9× NBA All-Star (1994–1998, 2000–2003)
- 2× All-NBA First Team (1998, 2000)
- 5× All-NBA Second Team (1995–1997, 1999, 2002)
- 2× All-NBA Third Team (1994, 2001)
- NBA Defensive Player of the Year (1996)
- 9× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1994–2002)
- NBA steals leader (1996)
- NBA All-Rookie Second Team (1991)
- NBA 75th Anniversary Team
- Consensus first-team All-American (1990)
- Pac-10 Player of the Year (1990)
- 3× All-Pac-10 (1988–1990)
- No. 20 retired by Oregon State Beavers
- USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1999)
Gary Payton was one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. He played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers during his career.
He won a championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2003. Gary is also known for his defensive play and ability to score points efficiently from anywhere on the court.
He retired from professional basketball following the 2007 season at age 40 due to knee injuries sustained while playing overseas Payton was a versatile player who excelled at both offense and defense.
He is one of only four players in NBA history to score 30,000 points and grab 10,000 rebounds. Payton was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006.
Also Played For: oklahoma city thunder, nba 2000s
24. P. J. Brown
Power forward
Career
- NBA champion (2008)
- 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1997, 1999, 2001)
- NBA Sportsmanship Award (2004)
- J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (1997)
P. J. Brown was a center and power forward in the NBA for over 20 years, playing for the New Jersey Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Lakers.
He won an NBA title with the Lakers in 2009 after they defeated Orlando Magic in six games. Brown also played on two Olympic teams (1996 and 2004), helping to win gold medals both times.
In 2008 he announced his retirement from professional basketball following a season with the LA Clippers which ended in defeat. Memphis Grizzlies in the playoffs finals series 4-1; however he returned for one final game.
Laker before retiring again at end of the season due to injury Pee Wee is married to his wife Shantell and has four children. Daughters Tierrae (born 1995) & Kiari Kendrell (born 1997); sons Treyvonne Jr.(born 1999) & Taj Gibson IV(born 2001).
On July 14th, 2015 it was reported that Brown had been charged with second-degree residential burglary stemming from an incident on June 6th where allegedly $100k worth of jewelry was stolen from his home while he was not there.
Also Played For: new orleans pelicans
25. Sherman Douglas
Point guard
Career
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1990)
- Consensus second-team All-American (1989)
- Second-team All-American – UPI (1988)
- Third-team All-American – AP (1988)
- 3× First-team All-Big East (1987–1989)
- No. 20 retired by Syracuse Orange
Sherman Douglas was born in Washington D.C., on September 15, 1966. He attended high school at Spingarn where he starred as a point guard and led the team to glory in the 1983-84 season.
After graduating from high school, Sherman went on to play college basketball for Syracuse University before being drafted by the Miami Heat in 1989.
Sherman played with the Heat until 2001 when he retired due to an injury sustained during his time playing for Milwaukee Bucks; after retirement, Sherman became a commentator for NBA games and wrote books about his life and basketball career.
Sherman Douglas was born in Los Angeles, California on October 8th of 1966. Sherman first stepped onto an NBA court as a member of the New Jersey Nets during the 1997-1998 season.
He would go on to play for three different teams over the course of his career – most notably with the LA Clippers and New Jersey Nets – amassing 5,944 assists along the way.
Aside from his stellar play on the court, Sherman is also well known for his humanitarian work both in America and abroad through organizations such as "The Dream Corps".
Sherman retired following the 2009-2010 season having played in 943 games and accumulated 19,611 points (10th all-time).
26. Erik Spoelstra
Career
- 2× NBA champion (2012, 2013)
- 2× NBA All-Star Game head coach (2013, 2022)
- NBCA Co-Coach of the Year (2017)
- Top 15 Coaches in NBA History
Erik Spoelstra is the head coach of the Miami Heat and was born on November 1, 1970, in Evanston, Illinois. He attended Jesuit High School in Beaverton, Oregon where he played point guard for the Jesuits from 1988 to 1992.
He then went on to play college basketball at Portland from 1988-1992 before joining the NBA as a player with the TuS Herten Giants of Germany's Basketball Bundesliga in 1993.
After playing one season overseas with TuS Herten, Spoelstra joined the Miami Heat as their starting point guard and has been coaching them ever since - winning two championships (2006 and 2013) along with four other playoff appearances throughout his career so far.
Spoelstra has been a head coach in the NBA for over 10 years and during that time he's amassed a record of 589-233 (.716). He coached Miami to back-to-back championships in 2013 and 2014, becoming just the fourth person ever to win back-to-back titles as both player and head coach.
Spoelstra is known for his intense coaching style which often involves yelling at players on the bench. Erik Spoelstra was born in The Netherlands but grew up in Florida where he played college basketball at Duke University before joining the Miami Heat organization as an assistant coach under Pat Riley.
In 2017, he was appointed co-coach of NBC's All-American team alongside Jay Wright after being voted by fans as one of their favorites to take over when Phil Jackson retired from coaching later that year.
27. Jamal Mashburn
Career
- NBA All-Star (2003)
- All-NBA Third Team (2003)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1994)
- Consensus first-team All-American (1993)
- SEC Player of the Year (1993)
- SEC Athlete of the Year (1993)
- Second-team Parade All-American (1990)
- Mr. New York Basketball (1990)
Mashburn played for the Dallas Mavericks from 1993 to 2005. He is best known for his time with the Miami Heat, where he won two championships (1997 and 2000).
Mashburn also played on teams such as the Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, and Phoenix Suns during his career. Jamal Mashburn currently works as an analyst for NBA TV.
Jamal Mashburn was a highly skilled player in the NBA who helped lead two different teams to playoff appearances. He began his career as a rookie with the Charlotte Hornets and went on to be an All-Star, All-NBA Third Team member, and Mr.
New York Basketball award winner. Mashburn then played for the New Orleans Hornets for six seasons before retiring in 2005 at age 34 after missing the playoffs each year he’s been in the league.
Also Played For: dallas mavericks
28. Jason Williams
Career
- Marshall (1995–1996)
- Florida (1997–1998)
Jason Williams was a standout point guard in the NBA for many years. He played with several teams, including Sacramento Kings, Orlando Magic and Florida Panthers.
In 2011, Jason Williams retired from professional basketball after playing 11 seasons in the NBA. Today, Jason Williams is an entrepreneur and author who lives in Florida with his wife and two children.
He has written several books about his life as a professional basketball player and businessman post-playing career. Jason Williams was a highly decorated player in the NBA. He won an NBA championship with the Sacramento Kings and was named to the All-Rookie First Team.
Jason Williams struggled with substance abuse issues after he left Miami, leading to his retirement in 2011. However, he has since sought help and is now doing well.
29. Lamar Odom
Career
- 1999–2003: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2003–2004: Miami Heat
- 2004–2011: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2011–2012: Dallas Mavericks
- 2012–2013: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2014: Laboral Kutxa Baskonia
Lamar Odom is a former NBA player who had a brief but eventful career. Lamar Odom was born in Queens, New York, in 1979 and played college basketball at Rhode Island before being drafted by the Clippers in 1999.
After playing for several teams over the course of his career, including the Lakers and Clippers, Lamar Odom retired from professional basketball in 2013 after two seasons with the Mavericks.
Since retiring from professional basketball, Lamar has focused on his personal life and recently became engaged to Khloe Kardashian after dating for around two years.
In addition to his relationship status, Lamar also volunteers extensively through charities such as St Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
The Trevor Project - both organizations that he actively supports due to their impact on helping those affected by HIV/AIDs or LGBTQ+ issues respectively.
With continued hard work and dedication towards supporting causes he believes in, Lamar looks forward to continue making an impact both on and off of the court into the future.
Also Played For: los angeles clippers
30. Shane Battier
Power forward
Career
- 2001–2006: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2006–2011: Houston Rockets
- 2011: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2011–2014: Miami Heat
Battier spent nine seasons in the NBA, playing for the Miami Heat. Battier was a key player on several playoff teams during his career, and he helped the Heat win two championships in 2012 and 2013.
Battier is currently a consultant with the Miami Heat organization. Battier was born in Birmingham, Michigan, and attended Detroit Country Day School before going to Duke University.
After being drafted sixth overall by the Vancouver Grizzlies in 2001, Battier played small forward for Memphis Grizzlies (2002–2004), San Antonio Spurs (2005–2007), Boston Celtics (2008–2009), and finally Miami Heat (2010-2014).
Shane Battier holds numerous records as an NBA player; these include the most 3-pointers made during a season (246), most games started without fouling out (1,049), the highest free throw percentage (.848).
Among players who have taken at least 1,000 shots from beyond half court since 2003/04 season onwards and second all-time behind Kobe Bryant's .868%.
Also Played For: duke university
31. Dewayne Dedmon
Center
Career
- Antelope Valley (2009–2010)
- USC (2011–2013)
Dedmon was a four-year starter at USC and in his junior year, he led the team in scoring with 18.1 points per game. He was drafted by the Miami Heat as an undrafted free agent in 2013 and has since played for the Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, and San Antonio Spurs.
Dedmon is known for his shot-blocking abilities – he's averaged 2.9 blocks per game over his career - while also being able to score inside or out.
In the 2018–19 season, Dedmon joined the Memphis Grizzlies on a one-year deal after spending last season with the Dallas Mavericks following their acquisition of DeAndre Jordan from the LA Clippers At 33 years old.
Dedmon still has many years left him to play basketball which suggests that he could have yet another successful NBA career ahead of him Dedmon was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 2013 and played for them until he was traded to the Santa Cruz Warriors in 2014.
Dedmon then moved to the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic before joining the Erie Bay Hawks. He re-joined Atlanta Hawks this season where he is averaging 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists per game so far this season.
Dedmon has been a regular member of the USA Basketball teams since 2012 and helped win a gold medal at the 2016 Olympics as well as two FIBA World Cups (2014 & 2018).
Also Played For: university of southern california basketball
32. Gabe Vincent
Point guard
Career
- NBA G League Most Improved Player (2020)
Gabe Vincent is a Point guard for the Miami Heat. He was born on June 14, 1996, in Modesto, California and raised in Stockton, California. Gabe started playing basketball at an early age and played for St.
Mary's High School (Stockton). After high school, he played two years of college ball with UC Santa Barbara before being drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2016 NBA Draft as the 34th overall pick.
In his rookie season with the Miami Heat he averaged 7 points per game while shooting 36% from three-point range Gabe Vincent is a professional basketball player who has played for the Stockton Kings and Miami Heat in the G League.
Gabe Vincent was born on December 17, 1996, in Los Angeles, California. At UC Santa Barbara, Gabe Vincent averaged 12 points per game as a sophomore and helped lead his team to an appearance in the NCAA Tournament.
After college, Gabe Vincent joined the Stockton Kings of the NBA G League where he has since been a key contributor averaging 14 minutes per game over three seasons with them.
In the 2018-19 season, after being waived by Miami Heat following training camp but later claimed by Sioux Falls Skyforce on September 25th; Gabe Vincein started playing significant minutes there contributing 16 points per game and outscoring most starters (PGs) an 10ppg or more including Kemba Walker.
His contract expired at end of the year prompting him to sign with Miami Heat’s affiliate Sioux Falls Skyforce for the 2020-21 season which ended up being successful culminating in the Most Improved Player award from league coaches unanimously.
It's unclear what will happen next for Gabe Vincent as he enters his fourth year away from guaranteed NBA contracts but it seems clear that he still possesses plenty of potentials so fingers crossed we may see him perform even better than this past season soon.
33. Caleb Martin
Small forward
Career
- Mountain West Player of the Year (2018)
- 2× First-team All-Mountain West (2018, 2019)
- Mountain West Newcomer of the Year (2018)
Caleb Martin was drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2017 NBA draft. Caleb Martin attended Oak Hill Academy and played for the school's basketball team. In his two seasons with Miami (2017-2018), he averaged 5 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist per game.
He is a small forward or power forward who can play both defense and offense effectively on either side of the court. Martin was a standout at NC State, where he averaged 20.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game as a senior in 2017-2018.
Martin went undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft but signed with the Charlotte Hornets shortly thereafter.
He made his debut for the Hornets on October 10th against the Oklahoma City Thunder, scoring 11 points on 5 of 8 shooting from the field and adding 4 rebounds in 26 minutes of play.
Martin played sparingly for Charlotte over the next few months before being traded to Greensboro Swarm late into December - where he led all players in scoring (25 ppg) and rebounding (10 RPG).
In February 2020, Martin was traded to Miami Heat along with center Bam Adebayo and point guard Shabazz Napier in exchange for Goran Dragic, Kelly Olynyk, Josh Richardson, Devin Booker & a future first-round draft pick.
However, due to injury concerns around Adebayo & Napier respectively; Martin only featured sporadically across 14 games during this time frame averaging 6 PPG while grabbing 2 RPGs off the bench .
Failing to make an impact overall aside from helping lead Miami back into playoff contention as they finished 3rd seed behind Milwaukee Bucks & Philadelphia 76ers.
Also Played For: nevada wolf pack basketball, university of nevada basketball
34. Grant Long
Career
- MAC Player of the Year (1988)
- 2× First-team All-MAC (1987, 1988)
- No. 43 retired by Eastern Michigan Eagles
Grant Long was a prolific power forward in the NBA for over a decade. He played for the Miami Heat from 1988 to 2003 and helped lead them to four championships.
Grant long is also one of only two players in history to score 20,000 points and grab 10,000 rebounds in his career. Grant Long retired from basketball at the age of 38 after suffering a knee injury that required surgery.
Grant Long was a dominant player in college basketball. He entered the NBA as an explosive forward with plenty of scoring ability. In his 10-year career, Grant Long played for six different teams and became one of the most well-known players in league history.
Grant Long is considered to be one of the best forwards to ever play in the NBA, and he will always be remembered for his incredible scoring abilities and dominance on both sides of the ball.
35. Nikola Jović
Forward
Career
- ABA League Top Prospect (2022)
- 2× Junior ABA League champion (2021, 2022)
- Junior ABA League MVP (2021)
- 2× Junior ABA League Ideal Starting Five (2021, 2022)
Nikola Jović was born on 9 June 2003 in Leicester, England. Nikola is a Serbian power forward who currently plays for the Miami Heat of the NBA. At 6'10" and 205 lbs, Nikola is one of the biggest players in the league and has an excellent scoring record.
Nikola first came to prominence at age 17 when he helped lead his team to victory in both Serbia's Under-18 Championships and their Junior EuroBasket Championship Division B tournament finals that same year - becoming just the second player ever (after Vlade Divac) to win all three tournaments mentioned above in succession.
In March 2021, Niko made his debut with FIBA Europe League champions Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv where he averaged 14 points per game over four outings before making his way stateside to play NCAA basketball with Florida Gators under head coach Mike White.
Helping them reach back-to-back Final Fours in 2017 & 2018 as well as winning SEC regular season & Tournament titles during his two seasons there before being drafted 27th overall by Miami Heat on 20 July 2022 into the NBA Draft which took place later that day.
36. Haywood Highsmith
Forward
Career
- First-team Division II All-American – NABC (2018)
- MEC Player of the Year (2018)
- 2× First-team All-MEC (2016, 2018)
- MEC tournament MVP (2018)
Haywood Highsmith was born on December 9, 1996, in Baltimore, Maryland. Haywood played high school basketball at Archbishop Curley and attended Wheeling University for one year before entering the NBA draft in 2018 without being drafted.
In his rookie season with the Miami Heat, he averaged 2 points per game off the bench and recorded a career-high 10 rebounds against the Charlotte Hornets on March 23rd.
Haywood is known for his versatility as a small forward or power forward who can score from inside or out due to his athleticism and strong shooting ability from beyond the arc (41% in 2019).
Haywood Highsmith is a professional basketball player for the Miami Heat. Haywood played college ball at Delaware Blue Coats and was named First-team Division II All-American in 2018. Haywood has won MEC Player of the Year (2018) and 2× First-team All-MEC titles (2016, 2018).
In addition to his playing career, Haywood also works as an assistant coach with the Delaware Blue Coats youth teams.
37. Ömer Yurtseven
Center
Career
- Turkish Super League champion (2014)
- Turkish Super Cup winner (2013)
- Third-team All-ACC (2018)
Yurtseven was born on June 19th, 1998 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. He played college basketball for NC State and Georgetown before being drafted by the Miami Heat in 2020 but never signed with them.
Galatasaray of the Turkish Basketball Super League (BSL). In November 2018, he had a season-high 25 points against Şırnak Basketbol Süper Ligi team ASKİ Konya Mersin.
Europe today. He is a Turkish forward who has spent the majority of his career playing for Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Super League.
In 2016, he helped lead Fenerbahçe to their first championship title in over twenty years with 23 points and 10 rebounds in the final game. Yurtseven was selected by the Miami Heat as part of the 2018 NBA Draft's second round (38th overall).
He made his professional debut with Miami on October 18, 2018 against Milwaukee Bucks, recording two points and one rebound off the bench.
38. Orlando Robinson
Career
- Centennial
- (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- Cathedral
- (Los Angeles, California)
- Middlebrooks Academy
- (Los Angeles, California)
Robinson was a highly touted recruit coming out of high school, and he played basketball for two powerhouse programs in Cathedral (Los Angeles) and Centennial (Las Vegas).
He entered the NBA as a rookie with the Miami Heat in 2019. Robinson averaged 5.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 0.8 blocks per game over 58 games played that season.
In 2020–21, Robinson started all 82 games for Miami and averaged 12 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block per game while shooting 46% from the field and 36% from the three-point range across 397 total minutes.
Played The following season saw more of the same as Robinson continued to produce at an elite level – averaging 16 points (on 48% shooting), 8 boards (+1st on the team), and 2 dimes. (.482 FG%, .365 3P%), 0 steals (-0th on team) en route to his first All-Star Game nomination.
Finishing 4th among Eastern Conference frontcourt players in MVP voting behind Kyrie Irving (#1), James Harden (#2), and Giannis Antetokounmpo (#3).
Also Played For: mountain west conference
39. James Jones
Small forward
Career
- 3× NBA champion (2012, 2013, 2016)
- NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2011)
- Third-team All-Big East (2002)
James Jones is a 42-year-old American small forward and shooting guard who has been with the Phoenix Suns since 2017. Jones played college basketball for the Miami Hurricanes, where he was an All-American in 2003.
He was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in 2003 but never played for them as he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers later that year. In 2006, Jones signed with the Orlando Magic, but again only spent one season with them before being traded back to Cleveland.
After three more seasons with Cleveland (2009–2011), Jones joined the Memphis Grizzlies in 2012 and stayed there until 2017 when he rejoined the Phoenix Suns organization.
Jones has averaged 14 points per game throughout his career and won two NBA Championships (2015 LeBron James team; 2018 Warriors squad).
James Jones was a three-time NBA champion and an executive with the Miami Heat. He is best known for his time with the Phoenix Suns, where he won the 2005 Three-Point Contest and helped lead them to their first playoff appearance in 14 years.
Jones also played for Indiana Pacers, Portland Trail Blazers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Miami Heat during his career.
Also Played For: miami hurricanes basketball, university of miami basketball
40. Mike Miller
Small forward
Career
- 2× NBA champion (2012, 2013)
- NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2006)
- NBA Rookie of the Year (2001)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2001)
- Second-team Parade All-American (1998)
- McDonald's All-American (1998)
Miller was a high school standout in Mitchell, South Dakota before playing college ball at Florida. He was drafted fifth overall by the Orlando Magic and played there for three seasons before being traded to Washington in 2009.
Miller spent six seasons with the Wizards before joining Memphis in 2017-18. He has won two NBA championships (with Orlando in 2010 and with Washington in 2013) as well as an Olympic gold medal with Team USA during his career.
As a coach, he served as an assistant coach under Rick Carlisle on several teams including the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons, winning Coach of the Year honors twice while doing so along the way Mike Miller was a two-time NBA champion and Sixth Man of the Year winner with the Memphis Grizzlies.
After playing for three teams in five seasons, he signed with the Miami Heat in 2010 and helped them to win titles in 2012 and 2013. He then spent one season with Cleveland before joining Houston as an assistant coach in 2018.
41. Pat Riley
Career
- NBA champion (1972)
- First-team All-American – USBWA (1966)
- Third-team All-American – AP, UPI (1966)
- SEC Player of the Year – AP (1966)
- No. 42 retired by Kentucky Wildcats
Riley is a retired basketball player and president of the Miami Heat. Riley played for the San Diego Rockets in 1967, then spent most of his playing career with the Boston Celtics (1976–1988).
After retiring as a player, Riley served as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers from 1999 to 2008 before joining the Miami Heat in 2009. In 2012, he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame and also received an honorary doctorate from Duke University that same year.
Riley has been married to Jeanette since 1966 and they have two children together: daughters Ayesha (born 1971) and Lauryn (born 1974). As head coach of the Lakers, Riley led them to five NBA championships in a ten-year span from 1979 to 1988.
He is also one of only six coaches in NBA history with more than 1,000 victories as a player and coach combined.
Riley was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2003 and the UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame in 2004.
42. Keith Askins
Career
- 3× NBA champion (2006, 2012, 2013)
Keith Askins was born in Athens, Alabama on December 15, 1967. He attended high school at Athens (Athens, Alabama) and played college basketball for the Alabama Crimson Tide from 1986 to 1990.
Keith Askins was drafted by the NBA but did not play professional basketball until 1990 when he joined the Dallas Mavericks as a free agent. Keith Askins spent six seasons with the Mavericks before playing two seasons with the Sacramento Kings and one season with the Philadelphia 76ers before retiring in 1999.
After his retirement from professional basketball, Keith Askins served as an assistant coach for junior colleges in Texas and Oklahoma while also working as a commentator on NCAA Division I Men's Basketball games on ESPNU.
In 2010, Keith became head coach of the South Plains College men’s basketball team where he led them to three consecutive NJCAA Tournament appearances including back-to-back national runner-up finishes in 2016 and 2017.
43. Dan Majerle
Career
- 1988–1995: Phoenix Suns
- 1995–1996: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 1996–2001: Miami Heat
- 2001–2002: Phoenix Suns
- As coach:
- 2008–2013: Phoenix Suns (associate HC)
- 2013–2020: Grand Canyon
Majerle played for the Phoenix Suns from 1988 to 2002. He was a three-time All-Star and two-time champion with the Suns. Majerle is currently an assistant coach with the Utah Jazz.
He attended high school in Traverse City, Michigan, and played collegiately at Central Michigan University before being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 1988. Dan Majerle spent his entire 19-year NBA career with the Phoenix Suns, amassing 10,925 points and 4,265 rebounds.
He was an All-Star three times and a member of the All-Defensive Second Team twice. Majerle also won USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year in 1988.
Also Played For: phoenix suns, central michigan university
44. Michael Beasley
Power forward
Career
- CBA champion (2019)
- CBA Foreign MVP (2016)
- 2× CBA All-Star (2015, 2016)
- 2× CBA All-Star Game MVP (2015, 2016)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2009)
- Consensus first-team All-American (2008)
- USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2008)
- Pete Newell Big Man Award (2008)
- Big 12 Player of the Year (2008)
- First-team All-Big 12 (2008)
- NCAA rebounding leader (2008)
- McDonald's All-American Game MVP (2007)
- Second-team Parade All-American (2006)
Michael Beasley is an American power forward and small forward who has played in the NBA since 2008. He was drafted by the Miami Heat with the 2nd overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft and spent four seasons with them before moving to Minnesota Timberwolves in 2013.
In 2016 he joined the Memphis Grizzlies but was traded to Brooklyn Nets two years later. He announced his retirement from professional basketball on October 10th, 2018 after spending one final season with the Atlanta Hawks.
Michael Beasley was one of the most high-profile players in the NBA during his time on the court.
He had a very successful career, winning numerous awards and accolades along the way. Michael Beasley is remembered for his powerful dunks and alley-oops, as well as his long shooting range from beyond the arc.
Michael Beasley's off-court troubles have often overshadowed what was otherwise an accomplished basketball career. However, he has since cleaned up his act and moved on to a new team in 2019.
Also Played For: kansas state university, china basketball league
45. Brian Grant
Career
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1995)
- J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (1999)
- 2× MCC Player of the Year (1993, 1994)
- 2× First-team All-MCC (1993, 1994)
- 2× Second-team All-MCC (1991, 1992)
- No. 33 retired by Xavier Musketeers
Brian Grant was born in 1972 and played power forward and center for the Sacramento Kings, Portland Trail Blazers, Miami Heat, and Indiana Pacers throughout his career.
He averaged 15 points per game over his career while shooting 47 percent from the field. After retiring from playing professionally in 2006, he began working as an assistant coach with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Grant was a two-time First Team All-MCC player and an all-star in his career. Grant helped the Lakers reach the finals in 2004 and 2005 before being traded to Phoenix. He retired from playing in 2006 after spending time with the Xavier Musketeers.
Also Played For: xavier musketeers
46. Caron Butler
Small forward
Career
- 2002–2004: Miami Heat
- 2004–2005: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2005–2010: Washington Wizards
- 2010–2011: Dallas Mavericks
- 2011–2013: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2013–2014: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2014: Oklahoma City Thunder
- 2014–2015: Detroit Pistons
- 2015–2016: Sacramento Kings
Caron Butler was born in Racine, Wisconsin on March 13th, 1980. He attended high school at Racine Park and then Maine Central Institute before playing college basketball for UConn from 2000 to 2002.
In the 2001 NBA Draft, Caron was selected 10th overall by the Washington Wizards and he has since played for them, Miami Heat, Los Angeles Lakers, and Atlanta Hawks in his career so far. Caron is currently an assistant coach with the Miami Heat after spending two seasons as a player development coach with Atlanta last year.
Caron is known for his perimeter shooting skills which have seen him score over 20,000 points in his career thus far. Caron Butler played for the Miami Heat from 2002 to 2016.
He was a small forward and is most well-known for his time with the Washington Wizards, Dallas Mavericks, and Sacramento Kings. Caron Butler has won two championships (with the Washington Wizards in 2005 and then again with the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2014).
In addition to his playing career, Caron Butler also served as an assistant coach for the Miami Heat from 2020 until the present day.
Also Played For: uconn huskies, university of connecticut
47. Chris Andersen
Forward-center
Career
- NBA champion (2013)
Andersen began his professional career in 1999 with the Denver Nuggets. He played for them until 2017. Andersen is best known for his time with the Miami Heat, where he spent 8 seasons (2011-2017).
In 2011, Andersen was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team and led the team to its first-ever championship victory. In total, Andersen has won 3 championships: with Miami in 2012, then again with Minnesota in 2016, and finally with Houston in 2017.
After leaving Miami following their second title win, Andersen joined the Charlotte Hornets for one season before retiring from playing at age 38 after a stint as an assistant coach of the Memphis Grizzlies during the 2018–19 season. Andersen is a 7-foot-1, 230-pound center who played college basketball at Colorado.
Andersen was signed by the Denver Nuggets as an undrafted free agent in 2001 and made his NBA debut that year. He has spent most of his career with the Nuggets, playing for them from 2004 to 2006 and again from 2008 to 2012.
Andersen has averaged 9 points and 6 rebounds per game over his career and won two championships with the Heat in 2013 and 2016.
In 2017 he was traded to Cleveland but was waived shortly thereafter. Since retiring from professional basketball, Andersen has worked as a television commentator for NBA games on TNT or ESPN networks in Europe or Asia Pacific regions where there are no American teams playing live games.
As of 2019, Andersen is a player/coach for Lietuvos Rytas Vilnius (Lithuania) in Baltic Basketball League (BBL).
48. Joel Anthony
Center
Career
- 2× NBA champion (2012, 2013)
- 2× Liga de las Américas champion (2018, 2019)
- 2× Liga Nacional de Básquet champion (2018, 2019)
- MWC Defensive Player of the Year (2007)
Joel Anthony is a Canadian general manager for the Montreal Alliance. He has been with the team since it's inception in 2006 and has helped guide it to two CEBL championships (2008, 2010).
Anthony played college basketball at Pensacola before turning professional. Since retiring from playing in 2009, he has focused on his role as GM for the Montreal Alliance.
Joel Anthony was a center and power forward who played in the NBA for seven seasons, most notably with the Miami Heat. He won two championships as part of the 2012-13 Miami Heat team that featured LeBron James and Dwayne Wade and also helped Boston to an appearance in the 2014 NBA Finals.
In 2018-19 he joined San Lorenzo of Argentina’s Liga Nacional de Básquet where he led his team to their first-ever title – becoming just one of three players.
(alongside Dirk Nowitzki and Pau Gasol) to win titles in both Europe’s top basketball competition (Liga ACB) and in America’s National Basketball Association/International Basketball Federation (NBA/IBF).
49. Jermaine O'Neal
Career
- 6× NBA All-Star (2002–2007)
- All-NBA Second Team (2004)
- 2× All-NBA Third Team (2002, 2003)
- NBA Most Improved Player (2002)
- First-team Parade All-American (1996)
- Third-team Parade All-American (1995)
- McDonald's All-American (1996)
- South Carolina Mr. Basketball (1996)
Jermaine O'Neal was a dominant center in the NBA for many years. He averaged 20 points and 10 rebounds per game throughout his career. In 2000, he was traded to the Indiana Pacers.
There he helped them make it to the playoffs three times before retiring in 2014. O'Neal is married with four children and lives in California currently. O'Neal was a dominant player in the NBA for over a decade.
O'Neal is most known for his rebounding and blocking abilities, which he used to help win many championships. O'Neal has also been involved in numerous legal issues throughout his career but has always managed to bounce back strong.
O'Neal's retirement from professional basketball was unexpected, but it was well-warranted given all of the injuries he had sustained throughout his career.
50. Jamal Cain
Career
- Academy for Business and Technology
- (Melvindale, Michigan)
- Cornerstone Health and Technology
- (Detroit, Michigan)
Jamal Cain is a young, up-and-coming small forward who was drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2017 NBA draft. Cain attended both Academy for Business and Technology and Cornerstone Health and Technology before playing college basketball at Michigan State University.
The 23-year-old averaged 16 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist per game while shooting 47% from the field during his four years with MSU Spartans.
After graduating from Michigan State in 2018, Jamal signed with the Miami Heat JBL 3X Europe summer league team where he averaged 10 points per game on 43% shooting from three-point range (14/39).
With continued progress throughout this pre-season and into the next season, it looks like Jamal has a bright future ahead of him as a professional player in the NBA.
Jamal Cain is a 2020 NBA draft prospect who played collegiately at Marquette. He was named Horizon League co-Player of the Year in 2022 and led his team to the postseason that year.
After playing two seasons with Miami, he was traded to the Sioux Falls Skyforce in 2024 where he currently plays.
51. Norris Cole
Point guard
Career
- 2× NBA champion (2012, 2013)
- Pro A champion (2021)
- French Cup winner (2021)
- French League All-Star (2020)
- Israeli League champion (2018)
- Israeli League Cup winner (2017)
- Montenegrin Cup winner (2019)
- Horizon League Player of the Year (2011)
- Horizon League Defensive Player of the Year (2011)
- No. 30 retired by Cleveland State Vikings
Norris Cole is a 34-year-old American point guard who currently plays for the Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League.
After graduating from Cleveland State in 2011, Cole was drafted 28th overall by the Chicago Bulls and spent four seasons with them before joining the New Orleans Pelicans in 2015.
Known for his explosiveness on offense, Cole has averaged 14 points and five assists per game throughout his career.
He announced his retirement from professional basketball after playing one season with Greek team Panathinaikos in 2018–19. Norris Cole has a long and successful career in the NBA, with titles including 2x champion and Pro A champion.
He is also known for his French Cup win and All-Star appearance in France. Norris Cole currently plays for the Grand Rapids Gold of the G League, where he continues to be highly productive both on and off the court.
Final Words
The Miami Heat are one of the most successful and storied franchises in the NBA. Founded in 1988, they have won three championships (2005, 2006, 2012), making them one of only four teams to ever achieve this feat.
The team is led by multiple-time MVP LeBron James and All-Star Dwyane Wade.
