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Norman Powell aims to prove doubters wrong with Miami Heat, after joining team in offseason deal

Norman Powell, acquired in a three-team trade, brings nearly 22 points per game and championship experience to lead Miami Heat amid injuries to key players, coach says.

  • On Monday, Norman Powell donned his Miami Heat uniform after a three-team trade, saying being overlooked fuels his motivation.
  • The Heat ranked near the bottom in scoring last season and lost Duncan Robinson this summer, while All-Star guard Tyler Herro will miss early weeks following surgery earlier this month.
  • Coming off his best year, Norman Powell averaged 21.8 points last season and is a career 40% three-point shooter for the Los Angeles Clippers.
  • Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said the team is excited to have Norman Powell for his scoring versatility and championship pedigree from the Toronto team.
  • As a veteran, Powell said he aims to pass on knowledge to younger teammates while Miami Heat count on his scoring punch this season.
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Erik Spoelstra gave statements this morning on the Miami Heat media day prior to the start of the preseason camp. With the illusion intact Erik Spoelstra returned to work with Miami Heat, the expectation is to bring this group into a steady growth process. “We’ve done everything on vacation, the series with which we closed the season gave us a bath of humility,” Spoelstra said. “We had enough opportunities to put together a plan that makes sense…

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Monday, September 29, 2025.
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