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It only took one preseason half for Heat to debunk shooting concerns

The Miami Heat were red-hot during the first half of their first preseason game against the Toronto Raptors.

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 12:16 AM
It only took one preseason half for Heat to debunk shooting concerns
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Michael Saenz argues the Heat quickly answered perimeter shooting doubts in their preseason opener.
  • The Miami Heat made 11 of 23 three-point attempts during the first half against the Toronto Raptors.
  • Andrew Wiggins hit 4 of 6 three-pointers, while Tim Hardaway Jr. went 3-for-3 from deep.
The Story in 60 Seconds

All U Can Heat's Michael Saenz argues that the Miami Heat addressed outside shooting concerns during the first half of their preseason opener against the Toronto Raptors. Miami converted 11 of 23 attempts from 3-point range in the opening half, showing early offensive promise following their acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Andrew Wiggins led the perimeter effort by making 4 of 6 three-point shots, while Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 11 first-half points on perfect 3-for-3 shooting from deep. Fellow offseason addition Klay Thompson went scoreless on 0-for-2 shooting as head coach Erik Spoelstra continues integrating the new roster.

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