Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks honored 9/11 victims (Image via Getty Images) The Miami Heat recently commemorated the victims and the heroes of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Each year, the team uploads posts, doing the same. Outside of social media, they also remember the day in the form of game-day moments of silence, players wearing patches or warm-up jerseys, and interaction with the community. Additionally, they aren’t the only ones. Even the Dallas Mavericks took to X to do the same.
Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks pay heartfelt tribute to 9/11 victims and heroes
The Miami Heat joined the nation in remembering the devastating events of September 11, 2001, paying tribute to the thousands of lives lost and the countless families affected. They recently took to X to honor the fallen heroes and the victims of the attack. They wrote in the caption:“Today and every day, we remember.”Each year, the franchise takes time to honor the victims, survivors, and first responders involved in the tragic incident. In 2020, the team uploaded a similar status on X with a caption that read:“In a recent tribute, the Heat posted: “Today, and every day, we remember and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. We will never forget.”In fact, the Dallas Mavericks also did the same. They took to X to upload a post whose caption read:“We will always remember the lives lost and the acts of heroism on 9/11/2001. We will #NeverForget..”In moving social media tributes, moments of silence, and community outreach efforts, the teams have repeatedly demonstrated their dedication to remembering the day and honor the victims and their families.
Los Angeles Lakers eye Andrew Wiggins from Miami Heat after Luka Doncic trade
In a separate news, Luka Doncic was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers earlier in the season. Now, they are trying to sign Andrew Wiggins of the Miami Heat. NBA correspondent Marc Stein of The Stein Line claimed that:“The sort of player who is likely to interest the Lakers? My read (if Miami were to make him available): Andrew Wiggins. Wiggins, 30, will earn $28.2 million this season and holds a $30.2 million player option for 2026-27. I wouldn’t have classified him as a potential purple-and-gold target before Doncic’s long-term future was secured, but things are different now… So my sense is that the Lakers would have interest if the Heat, in the coming weeks or months, decide to prioritize financial flexibility and look to reduce payroll.”While downplaying connections between Wiggins and the Los Angeles Lakers, Dan Woike of The Athletic stated that the Lakers are now willing to acquire a player with his skill set “provided the price is right.” He continued: “It’s unclear whether that kind of package could net Wiggins, who proved he could be a valuable piece on a championship team in 2022 with the Golden State Warriors,” the Lakers insider wrote. “It’s also unclear whether the Lakers believe Wiggins would be a significant upgrade over Rui Hachimura or whether the ideal situation would be to have him on the perimeter in addition to Hachimura.”In line with Woike’s statement, Stein claimed that the Lakers are prepared to make a strong bid for a two-way wing and would aim for the right deal.Also read: NBA Trade Rumors: Miami Heat face dilemma with Terry Rozier amid trade struggles and buyout talks