The rest of the NBA better watch out, because Miami is bringing the heat to the court this season. After a short-lived postseason run in 2024, eliminated by the eventual NBA Champions, the Boston Celtics, the Heat is back and ready to burn up the competition.
Here’s your guide to watching all of the action on the court during the Miami Heat 2024-25 season.
Miami Heat Quick Facts
Founded: 1988
Head Coach: Erik Spoelstra
Conference: Eastern
Division: Southeast
Home Arena: Kaseya Center
Championships: 3 (2006, 2012, 2013)
2023-24 Finish: Lost in the first round to the Boston Celtics
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Miami Heat TV Schedule 2024-2025
Check out the 2024-2025 Miami Heat schedule by clicking the link below to get all the watch information you need, from game times, channels, opponents and more!
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How to Watch Miami Heat Games on DIRECTV
Calling all Miami fans! You really don’t want to miss a moment of the 2024-2025 NBA season. And we’ll give you the information you need to be able to do that right here.
Catch Miami Heat 2024-2025 season games live on these channels:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- ESPN: Channel 206
- ABC: Find your local affiliate channel here
- TNT: Channel 245
- NBA TV HD: Channel 216
- NBA League Pass
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Miami Heat Rivalries
Known for being a team with a competitive spirit and seriously passionate fans, the Heat have managed to boil up a few prominent rivalries. Here are three of the biggest, so fans looking for an action-packed game know when to tune in.
Miami Heat vs. New York Knicks
The Heat’s rivalry with the Knicks dates back to the late 1990s, with multiple fierce playoff battles between 1997 and 2000. These series were marked by intense, physical games, often coming down to the wire.
The rivalry was also fueled by Pat Riley’s controversial move from coaching the Knicks to taking over as head coach and president of the Heat in 1995. This rivalry remains one of the most iconic in Miami’s history.
Watch the Heat and Knicks battled it out on:
- Wednesday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET
- Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 6 p.m. ET
- Monday, March 17, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET (Watch on ESPN)
Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics
This rivalry surged in the early 2010s during the Big Three era in Miami, led by LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. The Heat and Celtics faced each other in crucial playoff series in 2011 and 2012, with Miami often coming out on top and signaling the end of Boston’s own Big Three era.
The rivalry remains fierce, with recent playoff matchups continuing the competitive tension, including the end of the Heat’s 2023-24 playoff run.
Tune in to see Miami and Boston go head-to-head on:
- Monday, December 2 at 7:30 p.m. ET
- Monday, February 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET
- Friday, March 14, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET (Watch on NBA TV)
- Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET (Watch on ESPN)
Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers
The Heat and Pacers developed a significant rivalry during the LeBron-led Heat era, especially between 2012 and 2014. The two teams clashed in the Eastern Conference Finals twice, with Miami winning both times. The series were known for their intensity, with standout performances from stars like LeBron James, Paul George and Roy Hibbert.
Miami Heat is up against the Indiana Pacers on:
- Friday, November 15 at 7 p.m. ET
- Sunday, November 17 at 5 p.m. ET
- Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET
- Friday, February 28, 2025 at 8 p.m. ET
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Miami Heat join the NBA?
Miami Heat joined the NBA in 1988.
How can I watch Miami Heat games?
Fans can watch Miami Heat games live on TV on the following channels: ABC, ESPN, TNT and NBA TV. Local fans can also watch their teams on RSNs. For fans that want even more coverage, an NBA League Pass subscription is an option.
Who are the biggest rivals of the Miami Heat?
Miami Heat's biggest rivals include New York Knicks, Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers.
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