Norman Powell Wants to Stay with Miami Heat

The veteran guard is having a career year and hopes to remain in South Florida.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Norman Powell, a first-time NBA All-Star in the final year of his contract, has been the Miami Heat's top player this season, averaging career highs in points, assists and free throws at age 32. Powell said he loves Miami and the organization, and hopes they like what he's been doing and can work out a new deal, either before the season ends or in the summer.

Why it matters

Powell's production has been crucial for the Heat, softening the blow of being without Tyler Herro, an All-Star last season, for 45 games. Keeping Powell, who has provided veteran leadership and mentorship to younger players, would be a priority for the Heat as they look to their future.

The details

Powell, who was acquired by the Heat in a trade last summer, has been the team's main source of offense this season. He is an above-average finisher in the in-between area (3-10 feet) and has also been effective from deep. Beyond his on-court production, Powell has also provided valuable veteran leadership and mentorship to younger players like Kel'el Ware.

  • Powell's season is more than two-thirds complete.
  • Powell is a first-time NBA All-Star this season.

The players

Norman Powell

A 32-year-old guard who is having a career year for the Miami Heat, averaging career highs in points, assists and free throws. He is a first-time NBA All-Star in the final year of his contract.

Tyler Herro

An All-Star for the Heat last season who has missed 45 games this year due to injury.

Kel'el Ware

A promising second-year big man on the Heat who has benefited from Powell's veteran advice, particularly on the financial side.

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What they’re saying

“I love Miami, I love the organization, so hopefully they like what I've been doing and the player and person I am, and get something done.”

— Norman Powell (On SI)

What’s next

Powell says he doesn't have a preference on when to get a contract extension, whether it's before the season ends or in the summer.

The takeaway

Norman Powell's career year has been crucial for the Miami Heat, and the team will have to prioritize keeping the veteran guard, who has provided both on-court production and valuable leadership, as they look to their future.