With the Phoenix Suns reportedly finalizing a buyout with Bradley Beal, it could be a case of another once-and-again courtship for the Miami Heat.

Bovada list Ja Morant and Lauri Markkanen as top favorites to be the next stars to join the Miami Heat in this offseason.

Zachary Weinberger is a credentialed Miami Heat reporter and an Associate Editor covering the NBA at-large, NCAA Football, and NCAA Basketball for ClutchPoints. He graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 2022, covering sports at the FAU University Press and later at The Palm Beach Post.

Speculation regarding Antetokounmpo had quieted two summers ago in the wake of the Heat’s bid that offseason to trade for Lillard, who instead was dealt by the Portland Trail Blazers to the Bucks.

The Miami Heat could negotiate a blockbuster trade for the Memphis Grizzlies' Ja ... Miami Heat Rumored as Ja Morant Landing Spot Amid Trade Speculation. Author: Dean Simon. Jun 16, 2025 10:32 PM EDT.

Jonathan Kuminga's future with the Golden State Warriors is uncertain as trade rumors swirl. He's expected to meet with interested teams in Las Vegas

The Heat land Norman Powell, the Clippers acquire John Collins, and the Jazz add Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson, and a second-round pick.

For all that the Miami Heat hasn't done yet amid a quiet offseason without many roster moves, one thing they have done is stand by 21-year-old center Kel'el Ware.

Kevin Love may soon be available. He is expected to be bought out. Golden State Warriors are considering him. Love played a key role in Cleveland's 20