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Veteran NBA presence and beloved Miami Heat icon Udonis Haslem is taking on a new role in basketball, this time behind the desk.

Amazon Prime Video has announced via social media that Haslem will be joining its broadcast team as a studio analyst for the 2025–26 NBA season, further expanding its growing lineup of on-air talent as it enters the league’s new media era.

Haslem, who spent his entire 20-year playing career with the Heat from 2003 to 2023, is one of the most enduring figures in franchise history.

He helped lead Miami to three NBA championships and appeared in over 850 regular-season games, carving out a reputation early on as a reliable, gritty power forward.

Over time, he transitioned into a respected locker-room leader and mentor, ultimately serving as the team’s emotional anchor during his final seasons before retirement.

Though officially retired as a player, Haslem has remained deeply involved in the Heat organization as the team’s Vice President of Basketball Development.

He’s also appeared as a guest commentator on NBA TV and ESPN, giving fans a preview of his broadcasting potential with his candid, insightful takes.

Now, Haslem will bring his experience and personality to Amazon’s growing NBA coverage team, reuniting with former Heat teammate and close friend Dwyane Wade, who was also announced as part of Amazon’s new on-air talent.

The duo, known for their chemistry and championship pedigree, is expected to bring an authentic, player-first perspective to the studio show.

In addition to Haslem and Wade, Amazon confirmed the hiring of two-time MVP Steve Nash and WNBA legend Candace Parker, building out a team rich in basketball knowledge and championship experience.

These moves follow previously reported signings of Blake Griffin and Dirk Nowitzki, both of whom will also serve as studio analysts. According to The Miami Herald’s Barry Jackson, Haslem is expected to join Griffin and Nowitzki as part of the primary studio show lineup.

Amazon Prime Video is set to become one of two new media partners broadcasting NBA games starting next season, replacing long-time broadcaster TNT.

The other incoming partner, NBC, recently made headlines with the addition of former NBA star Carmelo Anthony as a studio analyst. Disney (ABC/ESPN) will continue to air NBA games as part of its retained rights deal.

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