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Kyle Anderson’s career began with the San Antonio Spurs, the other great NBA culture. He’s just the kind of player that would thrive with the Miami Heat.

After starting out his career with the San Antonio Spurs, Kyle Anderson‘s hit somewhat of a rut in his NBA journey. Now with the Memphis Grizzlies, his role has largely diminished.

Anderson could prove a quality fit for what the Heat do best–getting the most out of non-star players. He’s averaging just 5.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this season.

From his peak in San Antonio where he was averaging 29.8 minutes a night, Anderson’s fallen all but out of the surface rotation in Memphis. He’s averaging just 19.3 minutes for the Grizzlies.

Anderson’s a defensive-plus talent with an IQ that far exceeds his experience. The 26-year old is averaging 10.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.5 steals, and one block per 36 minutes.

This would suggest a larger role for Anderson would be best for both himself and his team.

The problem with that is Memphis has too many mouths to feed behind what has been an incredibly brief rebuilding. Anderson finding himself in South Beach under Erik Spoelstra’s tutelage might best help him capitalize on his ceiling as a talent and overall personnel.