Pat Riley Vows to Stay, Pursues 'Win Big' for Heat
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- Pat Riley says he will not retire or resign, reaffirming his commitment to the Heat’s championship pursuit.
- Miami Heat missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2018‑19 season after a 127‑126 overtime loss to the Charlotte Hornets in the play‑in game on April 14.
- Bam Adebayo will not be included in any trade, according to Riley, despite speculation about roster upgrades.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo is a target as the Heat explore summer upgrades, with Riley emphasizing they won’t tank for draft picks.
- Andrew Wiggins holds a $30.2 million player option for the upcoming season.
Why it matters: The Heat’s front office gains flexibility to pursue high‑profile trades, while fans risk another missed playoff as the team’s $30.2 M player‑option decisions and potential Giannis deal shape next season’s roster and revenue.
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