Kevin Love has departed from the Miami Heat due to ongoing family reasons, as reported by NBA journalist Ira Winderman.

Since March 7, 2025, Love has not played, participating in only 23 games this season with averages of 5.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assists.

On the same day of his departure, the Heat were set to face the Atlanta Hawks to determine their playoff opponent, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Love joined the Miami Heat in 2023 after a successful stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he won a championship in 2016 and played 489 games.

Reflecting on his time with the Cavaliers, Love expressed a deep emotional connection, stating, "I have so much love for that organization and city and Ohio," particularly recalling their Finals run.

During his tenure with the Cavaliers, Love averaged 15.7 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists, earning two All-Star selections.

Throughout his career, Love has maintained averages of 16.2 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists, along with five All-Star selections and two All-NBA team honors.

The Cavaliers have announced plans to retire Love's No. 0 jersey in honor of his contributions, alongside a tribute banner for Nick Gilbert, the late son of team owner Dan Gilbert.

Nick Gilbert, who passed away at the age of 26 due to neurofibromatosis type 1, was a significant figure for the Cavaliers and the Gilbert family.

Earlier in his career, Love was recognized as the Most Improved Player of the Year during the 2010-11 season with the Minnesota Timberwolves.