The Miami Heat are the favorite partner of the NBA Rumor Mill. That’s solidified at this point.
You can see it expressed in every notion of every sentiment anywhere that Heat fans have their voices heard. When a player becomes available, is pending being available, or even hints at being disgruntled, a running joke is this.
“How long before said player is photoshopped into a Miami Heat uniform”. It’s true though.
Well, they are back at it again. This time, the jollies come from The Ringer‘s Kevin O’Connor.
Here are the great tidings that he had to bring forth. Mind you, this mini-bomb dropped in the middle of a Miami Heat contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers, albeit and again, the Cavs.
Sources: The Heat and Thunder are discussing a trade that’d send Trevor Ariza to Miami. OKC is seeking a second round pick for Ariza from the numerous playoff teams with interest.
— Kevin O'Connor (@KevinOConnorNBA) March 17, 2021
While this could be another walk around imaginary lane, if Pat Riley and the Miami Heat could land Trevor Ariza, that would be a tremendous get for them at this point. When you look at the potential price, it’s a no-brainer if you are in the driver’s seat to deal.
Heck, with the Miami Heat’s ability to be able to find talent under a rock, on the scrap heap, or along someone else’s G-League roster (looking at you Kendrick Nunn and Max Strus), second round picks aren’t as necessary for them and the way they go about their business.
As important as the price though is his fit with the team. Here are three reasons why that wouldn’t be a problem at all and in fact, great.