Heat’s Norris Cole finding groove from 3-point line vs. Bulls

CHICAGO — Norris Cole made sure he was prepared just in case the moment ever happened. When it finally came, he was ready. More than ready. With a Back to the Future-style vest from the 1980s and a pair of spotted-frame glasses, he fit right in with the outrageous sense of fashion seen at the [...]

Added confidence is key for Heat’s Norris Cole

MILWAUKEE — — The play was more about Miami Heat guard Norris Cole’s showing confidence. Cole attempted a one-handed slam in the second half of Game 1 against the Milwaukee Bucks last Sunday. He just missed what would have been an incredible effort, but it was proof Cole is finally comfortable trying to make plays [...]

Norris Cole steps up, makes case for playoff role

MIAMI—    The fear factor was undeniable entering last season’s playoffs. Norris Cole was an untested backup rookie point guard, robbed of significant developmental opportunities because of the lockout.    The confidence factor entering the upcoming playoffs is undeniable. Exhibit A is Monday’s 96-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, when Cole not only closed one [...]

Heat guard Norris Cole growing more patient

MIAMI —— Aggression has never been an issue for Miami Heat guard Norris Cole. He’s proven he can play without fear during his first two seasons in the league, but now it’s more about becoming a patient player. The Heat have gotten a glimpse of the new-look Cole the past five games. He was averaging [...]

Heat’s Norris Cole willing to wait for individual accolades

TORONTO— Norris Cole had sort of a boost to start his rookie season. He caught everyone’s attention by scoring 20 points against the Boston Celtics in just his second career game. It kept Cole on the radar, making him an easy choice for the Rising Stars Challenge. Cole found out this season it was tougher [...]

Norris Cole sits vs. Wizards due to groin injury

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Miami Heat guard Norris Cole had hoped to use Saturday’s performance against the Brooklyn Nets as a steppingstone. Now, he will have to take a couple steps back before making progress. Cole did not play in Tuesday’s game against the Washington Wizards because of a strained groin. Cole went through the morning [...]

Heat pick up Norris Cole contract option for 2014-15

By Ira Winderman South Florida Sun Sentinel 8:12 p.m. EDT, October 2, 2012 MIAMI—    Norris Cole will be at least on the three-year plan for the Miami Heat.    The team announced Tuesday night that they have picked up the 2013-14 option on the 2011 first-round pick. The team had until Oct. 31 to [...]

Strong summer has Norris Cole off to fast start

MIAMI –— It was almost like Norris Cole didn’t have an offseason. Eight days after the Miami Heat won the NBA title, Cole was in the gym working out twice daily. A strong dedication to improving is why Cole has been one of the early surprises of training camp. “He’s been one of the highlights [...]

Norris Cole leads Heat to summer-league win over Lakers

By Shandel Richardson Sun Sentinel 11:17 p.m. EDT, July 16, 2012 LAS VEGAS — This is why Norris Cole is here. Cole showed Monday he has made an effort to become a better facilitator in the Miami Heat’s 106-56 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Summer League at Thomas & Mack Center. [...]

Norris Cole using summer to become better playmaker

LAS VEGAS— The routine was same for Norris Cole after every game. During a stretch in mid-March, he played less than five minutes in five of seven games. Twice Cole, the Miami Heat’s backup point guard, dealt with the dreaded DNP-Coach’s Decision. He took out his frustrations in the team training workout area, often entering [...]

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