Summer League Shows the Heat Know How to Draft Talent

Summer League Shows the Heat Know How to Draft Talent

Okay, so the Miami Heat haven’t gotten everything right over the last two seasons. There’s no denying it. From the Jimmy Butler circus to missing out on key free agents or whiffing on trades (Damian Lillard, anyone?), and early playoff exits in two consecutive seasons in a row after making the finals in 2023. While Miami’s “Heat culture” may still rule the show, the quality of play on the court has not impressed. Two down seasons have revealed f…

Kasparas Jakucionis wins Miami fans' hearts with relentless drive and promising mindset during Summer League debut

Kasparas Jakucionis captivates Miami fans with tenacity and a bright outlook during Summer League debut Kasparas Jakucionis, the Miami Heat’s rookie, experienced a rollercoaster Summer League, but the journey offered valuable insights into his potential. Despite the ups and downs on the court, his relentless drive and promising mindset have already begun to resonate with the fans of Miami. A Promising Mindset Jakucionis’s approach to the game di…

3 reasons Kasparas Jakucionis is a dark horse All-Rookie candidate

The Miami Heat had just one pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and it was the No. 20 overall selection in the opening round. With that pick, Miami selected former University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign star Kasparas Jakucionis. Jakucionis had plenty of ups and downs across six Summer League games played with the Heat, including an especially rough start to his stint, but he ultimately flashed a unique skill set. He’s not exactly one of the biggest nam…