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The family number 10 now belongs to Tim Hardaway Jr. in Miami. He calls it a superpower
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 8, 2026
· 3 min read
MIAMI (AP) — Tim Hardaway Jr. would always follow the same routine in his 15 visits to Miami as an opponent. Walk into the arena, take a look into the rafters, gaze at one specific banner. “Hardaway 10” sways, commemorating his father’s time with the Heat and the jersey they retired in Tim Hardaway
Key takeaway “Hardaway 10” sways, commemorating his father’s time with the Heat and the jersey they retired in Tim Hardaway Sr.
Why this matters in The Miami
The return of Tim Hardaway Jr. to Miami, where his father's jersey was retired, brings a sense of familiarity and continuity to the Heat franchise. For Miami fans, the sight of the number 10 jersey will evoke memories of the elder Hardaway's playing days, and now a new generation will get to see the junior Hardaway don the same number. As the Heat look to make a push with the addition of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Hardaway Jr.'s shooting and durability will be crucial in providing spacing for the team's stars. In a city like Miami, where sports loyalty runs deep, the connection between the Hardaway family and the Heat will likely resonate with fans in Little Havana, Wynwood, and other neighborhoods. The Heat's offseason moves will be closely watched by the community, and Hardaway Jr.'s homecoming is a significant part of that story.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? MIAMI (AP) — Tim Hardaway Jr. would always follow the same routine in his 15 visits to Miami as an opponent. Walk into the arena, take a look into the rafters, gaze at one specific banner. “Hardaway 10” sways, commemorating his father’s time with the Heat and the jersey they retired in Tim Hardaway
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