If the Heat are unable to find a trade partner for Duncan Robinson, there’s a scenario where he might choose to decline his $19.9 million player option for 2025/26 and instead return on a longer-term deal, starting with the $9.9 million he already has guaranteed for next season.
Ira Winderman of the Sun-Sentinel proposes that such a contract could potentially be worth around $32 million over three years, offering Robinson more stability while giving Miami greater flexibility with the cap.
In the same article, Winderman explores Miami’s approach to other roster decisions.
One option could involve declining a $2 million team option on Keshad Johnson, then re-signing him on a two-way deal to retain developmental control without using up a roster spot.
As for Dru Smith, Winderman notes that the team may still view him as a potential full-time contributor.
Smith was reportedly close to earning a standard NBA contract before he tore his Achilles in December.
Now eligible for another two-way contract, Smith could still be in Miami’s plans for 2025/26, depending on his recovery and the team’s roster needs.
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