The Miami Heat are expected to be among the teams that seriously explore a trade for Kevin Durant this offseason, according to Marc Stein.
Alongside the Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami has been identified as a likely suitor if the Phoenix Suns entertain offers for the star forward.
This comes on the heels of a disappointing 2024–25 campaign for the Heat, who finished with a 37-45 record and were swept in the first round of the playoffs by the Cleveland Cavaliers.
With such a letdown season behind them, Miami is widely expected to re-evaluate its approach to team building.
As always, the focus is on team president Pat Riley and the signals he may give regarding the franchise’s next steps.
Known for bold, win-now moves, Riley could look to make a major splash by targeting Durant, a player who would dramatically shift Miami’s competitive outlook.
How the organization responds to this challenging season will reveal much about their priorities going forward, and potential interest in Durant is already generating buzz around the league.
The Miami Heat are expected to show interest in Kevin Durant, per @TheSteinLine
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