{
  "id": 10854108,
  "title": "Heat news: How Erik Spoelstra's 'dislike' for Bobby Portis Jr. made him perfect",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/heat-news-how-erik-spoelstras-dislike-for-bobby-portis-jr-made-him",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-30T04:08:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/heat-news-erik-spoelstras-dislike-040843256.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat commenced their first day of training camp at Florida Atlantic University, head coach Erik Spoelstra praised new player Bobby Portis Jr., highlighting the veteran's rebounding and three-point shooting. Portis, who was traded from the Milwaukee Bucks, brings physicality to the team, a trait that Spoelstra admires. The 31-year-old, known for his motor and toughness, is still learning the Heat system, but Spoelstra believes he will eventually be a great voice of leadership. Portis expressed his appreciation for his relationship with Udonis Haslem, highlighting their similarities as leaders and their growing connection. The rookie is eager to fit in with the team and compete at a high level, acknowledging that the Heat's preparation sets them apart.",
  "summary": "Boca Raton, FL – As the Miami Heat completed its first day of training camp at Florida Atlantic University, it was an opportunity for the new players on the team to start and get acclimated to their surroundings. While the Heat have Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront , another player under the radar that will play a pivotal role for the team is […] The post Heat news: How Erik Spoelstra's…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Heat news: Giannis era is 'turning of the page\" for Miami, per Erik Spoelstra",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/heat-news-giannis-era-is-turning-of-the-page-for-miami-per-erik",
        "published": "2026-09-29T01:57:57.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}