Major heat waves across southern Europe have pushed temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) in countries including Italy, Spain and Greece, as local authorities issued fresh warnings against the risk of wildfires.

Major heat waves across southern Europe have pushed temperatures above 40 C (104 F) in countries including Italy, Spain and Greece, as local authorities issued fresh warnings against the risk of wildfires.

Firefighters mobilised in several countries to tackle blazes as southern Europeans sought shelter from punishing temperatures of a heatwave that is set to intensify in the coming days.

Davion Mitchell joined the Miami Heat at the trade deadline last season and became Miami's most reliable point guard over the final 30 games. Mitchell, best known for his defense, averaged 10.3 points and 5.

Restricted free agent Davion Mitchell intends to sign a two-year, $24 million deal to remain with the Miami Heat, sources told ESPN.