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Updating the Miami Heat’s 2017-18 depth chart after the draft

By Lucas Gama

Jan 21, 2017; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Edrice Bam Adebayo (3) shoots the ball against South Carolina Gamecocks guard Duane Notice (10) in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated South Carolina 85-69. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 21, 2017; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Edrice Bam Adebayo (3) shoots the ball against South Carolina Gamecocks guard Duane Notice (10) in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated South Carolina 85-69. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 22, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (20) reacts during the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 22, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (20) reacts during the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

Starter: Justise Winslow

Backup: Josh Richardson

This one is another no-brainer with Winslow coming back from injury. His season was cut short with a season-ending surgery, but he is ready to return and help his team win. We have seen many rumors on the Heat going after Gordon Hayward, but Winslow is the clear starter as of now.

He is showing development this offseason and is ready to make a big contribution to this team regardless of his role or position. Here is more on why Winslow could have a breakout year this season.

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