Riley not retiring or changing approach after Heat miss playoffs

Key Points:

• Miami Heat president Pat Riley, 81, emphatically stated he is not retiring or resigning, reaffirming his commitment to leading the franchise to its fourth NBA championship.
• The Heat missed the playoffs for the first time since 2018-19 after losing in the play-in tournament, but Riley insists the team will not tank and will continue focusing on winning.
• Riley plans to be aggressive in upgrading the roster this summer, but ruled out trading star player Bam Adebayo, emphasizing Adebayo’s importance as a franchise cornerstone.
• Tyler Herro underwent a preemptive foot procedure and is expected to be ready for training camp, while contract extensions will be approached with discipline amid financial considerations.
• Riley acknowledged he does not have final say on decisions and deferred to ownership, expressing his love for the franchise and determination to compete at the highest level despite recent disappointments.