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Ellington, Drummond lead Pistons past Suns
PHOENIX — Wayne Ellington scored 23 points and the Detroit Pistons made 17 3-pointers in a 118-98 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. The Pistons turned a five-point lead early in the fourth quarter into a 13-point advantage in a span of less than two minutes, featuring two dunks by Andre Drummond. Drummond finished with 16 points and 19 rebounds. Blake Griffin, who was rested for Detroit's loss at Cleveland on Monday, returned and struggled with his shot, going just 4 of 17.
Update on where Heat and Wayne Ellington stand on free agency | Heat Zone
Where does that leave Heat free agent Wayne Ellington? Ellington, 30, is one of several shooting guards who remain on the market the second day of free agency. But with players agreeing at a whirlwind pace, money drying up and teams looking to show fiscal responsibility, it appears Ellington’s options are dwindling. The Heat and Ellington would like to get this done.
Will 3-point specialist Wayne Ellington return to the Heat?
The NBA starts a new fiscal year 12 a.m. Sunday, which also signals the start of free agency and what once again will be a busy offseason. The Miami Heat may not be as big a player as usual this offseason because of roster and payroll limitations but president Pat Riley still will be busy trying to find a way to upgrade his roster, however difficult that may be. This week we take a look at the biggest offseason questions surrounding the Heat.
Pat Riley hints Heat would exceed luxury tax to bring back Ellington
The challenge for the Heat to bring back reserve guard Wayne Ellington has been well documented. But president Pat Riley hinted Miami may be willing to make a sacrifice to re-sign one of the more prolific 3-point shooters in the league.
Wade on Kevin Hart: ‘We’re not friends right now. I don’t like him’ | Heat Zone
MIAMI – Actor Kevin Hart didn’t appreciate Dwyane Wade saying that Sixers fans could thank Hart for Wade’s 28-point performance in the Heat’s Game 2 victory over Philadelphia. Wade and Hart talked trash during the game with Hart sitting courtside opposite the Heat’s bench, and exchanged barbs on social media following the game.
For Heat’s Wayne Ellington, Philadelphia homecoming all business
PHILADELPHIA – Wayne Ellington was honing his skills on the playgrounds of Philadelphia at the same time Allen Iverson was emerging as a Philadelphia legend. The year Iverson was leading the 76ers to the NBA Finals, Ellington was in the seventh grade. During Iverson’s last full season with Philadelphia, Ellington was ranked as the No. 1 shooting guard in the country as a senior at The Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square, Pa., northwest of Philadelphia.
Wayne Ellington’s relentless work pays off in Heat 3-point record
MIAMI – Wayne Ellington was not happy about how things had been going lately. Entering the final game of the regular season he was coming off a 1-of-4 performance from long distance and was shooting 27.8 percent on threes in his previous six games.
Heat beat Raptors to clinch sixth seed, first-round series vs. 76ers
MIAMI — It took an overtime period on the final night of the regular season, but the Heat finally know their first-round playoff opponent. Miami (44-38) earned a 116-109 comeback win over Toronto (59-23) on Wednesday at AmericanAirlines Arena to finish the season as the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference. The Heat will face the third-seeded Philadelphia 76ers to open the playoffs, with the date and time of Game 1 of the seven-game series still to be determined.
Will Ellington set Heat record for 3-pointers made in single season?
MIAMI — The Heat have already clinched a playoff spot, but Wayne Ellington has a few thing left to play for this regular season. First, Ellington is still helping the Heat in their fight for playoff positioning. And second, Ellington still has some work to do to set a new team record for 3-pointers made by an individual in a single season. Entering Monday’s home game against the Thunder, Ellington is second on the list with 218 made threes.
A look at the most prolific 3-point shooting team in Heat history
INDIANAPOLIS — Erik Spoelstra is still waiting for the day that one of his players takes 20 3-pointers in a game. That mindset is just part of the reason this Heat team is the most prolific 3-point shooting squad in franchise history. The Heat enter Sunday’s game against the Pacers with the team record for threes made and threes attempted in a single season. “You have to have the right personnel,” Spoelstra said.
Wayne Ellington closing in on Heat 3-point field goal mark
MIAMI – Wayne Ellington remembers one of his early practices with the Miami Heat, when he made the mistake of a pump faking on a 3-point shot. “I didn’t know exactly what to expect from that standpoint,” Ellington said. “I just know when I got here (coach Erik Spoelstra) said ‘Let it fly.’ The first time I pumped fake he made me run up and back in practice.
Heat, Ellington set team marks for 3-point attempts in loss to Kings
LOS ANGELES – The Miami Heat set a franchise record with 43 3-point attempts in their 123-119 loss in Sacramento on Wednesday, eclipsing the 42 they hoisted on Jan. 15 against the Knicks. Miami made a season-high 18, three shy of the franchise record. Wayne Ellington’s 17 3-point attempts also was a franchise mark. Ellington, who made six, had 16 attempts in that same game against New York.
Will Wayne Ellington play Thursday vs. Lakers despite quad contusion?
MIAMI — Wayne Ellington remembers the pain from the right thigh contusion that forced him to miss the first 16 games of last season. Doctors told the Heat guard it’s the “worst contusion I’ve ever seen.” The left quad contusion that Ellington suffered in the first half of Tuesday’s 102-101 win over the 76ers doesn’t even compare to that. “It’s not even comparable,” said Ellington, who exited the game with 6:21 remaining in the second quarter and did not return due to the injury. “Not even close.
LeBron James: ‘How is it possible that we can have minors buy a gun?’
LOS ANGELES – When asked about the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland in which 17 people were killed, former Heat star LeBron James had one question: “How is it possible that we can have minors go buy a gun?” James, the Cavaliers superstar, and other players with ties to South Florida could not make sense of the tragedy in which a former student returned to the high school on Wednesday, killed 14 students and three teachers and wounded several others.
One point shy of advancing, Heat’s Wayne Ellington knocked out in first round of 3-point contest
LOS ANGELES – Wayne Ellington was one shot shy of advancing to the finals in Saturday’s 3-point shootout at the Staples Center. The Heat’s sharpshooter had 17 points in his only round, which placed fourth among the eight contestants, the top three advancing. Ellington, participating in his first All-Star Weekend started slow before heating up. He made nine in a row before missing his final two shots, including the money ball that would have put him in the finals.
Miami Heat’s Wayne Ellington enters 3-point contest under the radar
MIAMI — Wayne Ellington will enter Saturday’s 3-point contest as an underdog. There are bigger names in the competition like Golden State’s Klay Thompson, Oklahoma City’s Paul George and Washington’s Bradley Beal. And Ellington is one of just two players, along with Clippers forward Tobias Harris, in the eight-man field who has yet to participate in the contest at the NBA level. But the Heat’s sharpshooter is still confident. “I don’t feel any pressure,” Ellington said.
Wayne Ellington hopes to play vs. Bucks despite shoulder injury | Heat Zone
MIAMI — Dwyane Wade and Luke Babbitt will be available to play in Friday’s home game against the Bucks after they were both acquired by the Heat in trades Thursday. But Miami could be without Kelly Olynyk and Wayne Ellington for the second consecutive game. Olynyk has already been ruled out for Friday’s game with a left shoulder strain, but Ellington is questionable with a right shoulder strain. Olynyk and Ellington injured their shoulders in Monday’s loss to the Magic while fighting through picks.
Opponents making adjustments to stop Heat’s Wayne Ellington | Heat Zone
PHILADELPHIA — Wayne Ellington has earned a lot of respect from around the league this season. Ellington entered Friday ranked fifth in the league in 3-pointers made this season with 153. With two months remaining in the regular season, he’s already surpassed his career single-season high for made three-pointers, which was 149 from last year. Those numbers have earned him a spot in the Feb.
Will tax become issue for Heat when trying to re-sign Wayne Ellington? | Heat Zone
If you weren’t able to ask a question this time, send your questions for future mailbags via Twitter (@Anthony_Chiang and @tomdangelo44). You can also email me at achiang@pbpost.com. @iamtzamac: As Wayne Ellington emerges as a key piece for the Heat this season, do you think Pat Riley would secure him a long-term contract this coming 2018 Free Agency? Anthony Chiang: Wayne Ellington has turned into one of the most valuable players on the roster with his 3-point shooting ability.
The secret to Heat guard Wayne Ellington’s 3-point shooting success | Heat Zone
MIAMI – This was vintage Wayne Ellington. Circling from the left corner to the top of the key as Kelly Olynyk was driving the ball, Ellington became free as the ball was kicked to Justise Winslow on the wing before Winslow snapped it to Ellington. Ellington got Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to commit with a pump fake, took one step to his left and drained the 27-footer with 4.6 seconds remaining to seal the Heat’s 95-91 victory.
Wayne Ellington to represent Heat in 3-point contest, ESPN reports | Heat Zone
MIAMI — The Heat don’t have an All-Star on their roster, but it looks like they do have a 3-point contest participant. Wayne Ellington has accepted a spot in the 3-point contest during All-Star weekend in Los Angeles, according to an ESPN report. The shootout will take place on Saturday night, Feb. 17, at Staples Center along with the Skills Challenge and Slam Dunk Contest.
Heat end trip against Rockets’ explosive backcourt of Harden, Paul | Heat Zone
Scouting report: The Heat are listing both Goran Dragic (left knee bruise) and Tyler Johnson (left ankle sprain) as questionable. Dragic missed Miami’s 106-105 win at Charlotte on Saturday. Johnson has missed the last three games. … Wayne Ellington, in for Dragic, scored 26 points against the Hornets in his first start of the season. … Miami is without Dion Waiters (left ankle), Rodney McGruder (left tibia surgery) and Okaro White (left foot surgery).
Heat’s Wayne Ellington showing he’s much more than a 3-point threat | Heat Zone
NEW YORK – Now that Wayne Ellington has become one of the biggest 3-point threats in the league, the Heat guard is taking advantage of opponents overplaying that part of his game. Twice in the last five games we’ve seen Ellington make highlight reel plays off the dribble because the defender over-pursued him on perimeter; one ending in a game-winning layup at Toronto and the other a nifty pass to Bam Adebayo for a dunk late in the third quarter of Miami’s win at Milwaukee on Wednesday.
The Heat Stunned The Raptors In Toronto On A Game-Winning Layup By Wayne Ellington
Tensions were high on Tuesday night in Toronto as the Raptors played host to the Miami Heat. At one point in the third quarter, a fight broke out mid-play between Serge Ibaka and James Johnson, one which led to both guys throwing punches and getting ejected. There was still a game to finish up after this, though, one which remained close for the entire final frame. In the end, the Heat were able to come out on top thanks to some heroics from Wayne Ellington.
Does Heat’s Wayne Ellington deserve a spot in 3-point contest? | Heat Zone
TORONTO — If it’s up to Erik Spoelstra, Wayne Ellington will be in Los Angeles to participate in the 3-point contest during All-Star Weekend in February. “I would love it. He deserves it,” Spoelstra said in advance of Tuesday’s game against the Raptors in Toronto. “I don’t know what the parameters are, how they decide that specifically. But if we had players and staff vote on that, I think Wayne Ellington would be out there on All-Star weekend and not be off. I’d love to see it.
With Wayne Ellington as decoy, Heat’s Josh Richardson hits game-winner | Heat Zone
MIAMI – Wayne Ellington did not make a 3-point shot in the fourth quarter Sunday. He made only – yes, only – three for the game. But Ellington made one of the biggest plays during the Heat’s 103-102 victory over the Jazz by just standing in the corner. Ellington, who has become one of the most dangerous 3-point shooters in the NBA, was used as a decoy during Josh Richardson’s drive and layup in the finals seconds of the game.
The 3-pointer has become a big part of the Miami Heat’s offense | Heat Zone
MIAMI — Coach Erik Spoelstra sounded mentally and physically drained Friday night after the Heat’s hard-fought overtime win over the Knicks. “Eight o’clock game, overtime, I’m spent,” Spoelstra said to begin his postgame press conference. But when told the Heat launched a franchise-record 42 threes against New York, Spoelstra joked that he might be called into team president Pat Riley’s office before he could leave AmericanAirlines Arena.
Heat looking to avenge one of worst losses of year against Knicks | Heat Zone
Scouting report: The Knicks won the only other meeting between the teams, 115-86, in New York. Kristaps Porzingis played just 2:30 before spraining his ankle. Enes Kanter had 22 points and 14 rebounds as the Heat were without Hassan Whiteside. … Porzingis is averaging 14.0 points in eight career games against the Heat. Only the Magic have more success against the 7-foot-3 big man in the East, holding him to a 13.8 average. … Porzingis leads the Knicks with 23.8 points per game.
Rising Miami Heat looking for seventh consecutive victory over Nets | Heat Zone
Scouting report: The Heat defeated the Nets in their only other meeting this season, 101-89, three weeks ago in Mexico City. Miami has won six straight and 11-of-12 against Brooklyn. … The Nets have lost 7-of-8 and are 5-12 on the road. … Brooklyn is the fourth worst defensive team in the league, allowing 110.7 points per game. … The Nets bench scored 80 points in their last game, a 128-113 loss at New Orleans. … The Nets are without guards Jeremy Lin (knee) and D’Angelo Russell (knee).
Heat guard Wayne Ellington’s 3-point shooting is a ‘cheat code’ | Heat Zone
MIAMI — Magic rookie Jonathan Isaac had a nickname for Wayne Ellington after Tuesday’s game. Ellington isn’t exactly sure what that means, but he’ll take it. “I’ve heard guys saying that before, but I don’t really play video games,” Ellington said with a laugh after the Heat’s 107-89 win over the Magic. “So I don’t know exactly know what that means. But I’m guessing it’s a good compliment.
The holidays are an emotional time for Heat’s Wayne Ellington | Heat Zone
MIAMI — Christmas has never really been the same for Wayne Ellington since Nov. 9, 2014. That’s the day his 57-year-old father, Wayne Ellington Sr. was shot and found dead in the driver’s seat of his red Oldsmobile near the family’s Philadelphia neighborhood. The mourning period included Christmas that year. “It was tough,” Ellington said looking back at the months following the death of his father. “There wasn’t much celebrating going on.
Ellington ties career-best with 28 as Heat top Mavs
MIAMI — Wayne Ellington tied a career high with 28 points, Josh Richardson scored 24 and the injury-ravaged Miami Heat never trailed on the way to beating the Dallas Mavericks 113-101 on Friday night. Tyler Johnson scored 19 and Bam Adebayo scored 14 for Miami, which shot 64 per cent — second-best in franchise history. The Heat started both halves with 12-0 runs and went 16 for 25 from 3-point range.
Heat big man Jordan Mickey stays ready, it pays off against Hornets | Heat Zone
Wayne Ellington couldn’t wait for the question from Fox Sports Florida’s Jason Jackson. “And I want to say something about Jordan Mickey,” Ellington said while talking about the contributions of the Miami Heat bench during Friday’s win at Charlotte. “How often do we see him in a game. … and he’s ready.
Richardson scores 28 points, Heat beat Clippers
MIAMI — Josh Richardson scored a career-high 28 points to help the Miami Heat beat the Los Angeles Clippers 90-85 on Saturday night. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra became the franchise's victory leader with 455, passing Pat Riley. Spoelstra is only one of two active head coaches in the NBA with at least 450 wins with their current team, joining San Antonio's Gregg Popovich. Dion Waiters added 13 points, and Kelly Olynyk scored nine of his 11 points in the fourth quarter for Miami.
Heat face Clippers with another chance to get above .500 at home | Heat Zone
Scouting report: Both teams played Friday, Miami winning at Charlotte, the Clippers losing at Washington. … The injury-riddled Clippers have been one of the streakiest teams in the league. They had a three-game winning streak snapped by the Wizards. … L.A. is without Blake Griffin (left MCL sprain), Patrick Beverly (right knee surgery), Danilo Gallinari (left glute contusion) and Austin Rivers (concussion). … Jordan is second in the league in rebounding with 14.7 per game.
Miami Heat balancing mixing business with pleasure in Mexico City | Heat Zone
MEXICO CITY – Not lost on the Miami Heat as they enjoy sightseeing, shopping and touring the Polanco neighborhood of Mexico City: They have a game here that, considering their start to the season, has become pretty important. The Heat (11-13) face the Brooklyn Nets (10-14) Saturday at Arena Ciudad de Mexico. Brooklyn defeated Oklahoma City, 100-95, Thursday in the first of the two games played here. The Heat’s first and only practice in the city was today at the American School.
Heat have bonding moment at Dolphins game, thanks to Udonis Haslem | Heat Zone
MIAMI – Every year Udonis Haslem recalls the bonding during the Big Three era and how those moments off the court were as crucial the time on the court for the Heat. So Haslem continues to organize a team outing at the start of each season, usually at Hard Rock Stadium where he and his teammates take in a Dolphins game.
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Wayne Ellington ‘ecstatic’ to be back with the Miami Heat | Heat Zone
DAVIE — At the end of last season, Wayne Ellington’s NBA future was uncertain. But Heat president Pat Riley left the 29-year-old guard feeling optimistic about his chances of returning to Miami. “I want to get better, but I want to get better with you,” Riley said to Ellington as the Heat began their offseason in April. Riley kept his word.
Hoping Heat can re-work Wayne Ellington’s deal to create cap space? | Heat Zone
MIAMI — There are ways the Heat can manipulate the salary cap to free up additional money to spend this summer. But restructuring Wayne Ellington’s contract to keep him on the roster while also creating more cap space is not among the feasible options. Although this strategy has been brought up, there’s one problem that will likely prevent the Heat from using it. [Ready for Heat summer-league basketball?
Miami Heat Q&A: Wayne Ellington on life as a new dad | Heat Zone
TORONTO – Miami Heat guard Wayne Ellington became a dad for the first time on March 22 when he and his fiancé, Safiya Khaled, welcomed a new son to the world, Wayne Robert Ellington III. Then, 12 days later, Ellington celebrated again as North Carolina won its first national championship since 2009, the year Ellington was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player while leading the Tar Heels to the 2009 title.
Heat’s Wayne Ellington welcomes first child into the world | Heat Zone
MIAMI — Wayne Ellington welcomed his first child into the world Wednesday afternoon. With Ellington celebrating and taking care of his newborn son, he missed Thursday morning’s shootaround session. But Ellington is expected to play Thursday night against the Raptors. Wayne Robert Ellington III was born at 2:57 p.m. Wednesday at 8 pounds, 5 ounces. “I texted Wayne yesterday,” Josh Richardson said after Thursday’s shootaround. “He was really excited about it.
With Miami Heat awaiting more news on Dion Waiters’ ankle injury, Wayne Ellington prepared to step in | Heat Zone
MIAMI – Wayne Ellington has started 13 games this season. In that role he scores more but is less efficient. Now, Ellington likely will be thrust into the Miami Heat starting lineup for the foreseeable future with Dion Waiters having to be carried off the court Friday after spraining his left ankle. “I don’t think it’s going to change for me too much,” Ellington said after scoring seven points in 18 minutes of Miami’s 123-105 victory over Minnesota on Friday.
Q&A: Heat’s Wayne Ellington looks back at his March Madness experience | Heat Zone
For college basketball fans, it’s treated almost like a holiday. But for college basketball players, it’s even bigger than that. Heat guard Wayne Ellington knows that from experience. Ellington participated in the NCAA Tournament in each of his three seasons at North Carolina, eventually leading the Tar Heels to a national championship as a junior in 2009 and earning the Final Four’s Most Outstanding Player along the way.
Mailbag: What are chances Heat bring back Wayne Ellington? Where’s Udonis? | Heat Zone
MIAMI – Wayne Ellington has become one of the more electric players of the season. The catch-and-shoot specialist leads the team with 109 3 pointers while averaging a career-high 11.1 points per game. Ellington is the true definition of instant offense, able to come off the bench and provide a spark along with having a knack for making timely shots.
Wayne Ellington opens up about body transformation with Miami Heat | Heat Zone
The Heat have helped transform plenty of bodies over the years. Most recently, James Johnson opened up about cutting 37 pounds and 7.75 percent body fat since signing with the Heat in July. Ellington signed with the Heat as a free agent in July and weighed in at 222 pounds on Aug. 1. The 6-foot-4 guard is now down to 203 pounds and 6.5 percent body fat. “My body feels good,” Ellington said before Wednesday’s game against the Hornets. “I feel as strong as I’ve been in a long time.
Miami Heat benefiting from Wayne Ellington’s catch-and-shoot ability | Heat Zone
MIAMI — Wayne Ellington’s game may not stand out to the average basketball fan. After all, he’s averaged 7.4 points on 41.1 percent shooting over his career. But to those who watch the game closely, the 29-year-old Ellington is a rare breed. There aren’t as many true catch-and-shoot players in today’s NBA as there used to be when Ray Allen and Reggie Miller used that skill to become two of the league’s best players.
Report: Heat shopping Wayne Ellington, Josh McRoberts trade package | Heat Zone
MIAMI — With the NBA trade deadline set for 3 p.m. today, the clock is ticking. The Heat have made a deal at the deadline in each of the past four seasons, but no deal has been made yet this year. However, The Vertical is reporting that Miami is shopping a package that includes guard Wayne Ellington and forward Josh McRoberts in an attempt to unload contracts. But just because the Heat are offering Ellington and McRoberts doesn’t mean other teams are going to take it.
Wayne Ellington out vs. Celtics with ‘slight’ right hamstring strain | Heat Zone
MIAMI — As soon as it looked like the Heat were starting to get healthy, there’s a new injury they have to deal with. Guard Wayne Ellington missed Sunday’s game against the Celtics because of a strained right hamstring. The 29-year-old suffered the injury in the second half of Friday’s loss to the Clippers and was forced to leave the game. Josh Richardson started in place of the injured Ellington against Boston.
Heat relieved as NBA, players reach agreement on tentative CBA deal | Heat Zone
MIAMI — When Erik Spoelstra returned to his office after Wednesday’s win over the Pacers, he was relieved to hear the good news. The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association reached a tentative seven-year deal Wednesday on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. It was agreed to just a day before the sides faced a deadline for opting out of the current deal. “It is a relief,” Spoelstra said after Wednesday’s game.
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