Miami Heat: 3 unexpected blockbuster trades to watch for this offseason

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 22: Malcolm Brogdon #7 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles as Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat defends during the second half of Game 3 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series at AdventHealth Arena on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kim Klement - Pool/Getty Images)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 22: Malcolm Brogdon #7 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles as Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat defends during the second half of Game 3 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series at AdventHealth Arena on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kim Klement - Pool/Getty Images)
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Jerami Grant #9 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket against Kendrick Nunn #25 of the Miami Heat (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Miami Heat unexpected trade targets: Jerami Grant

Jerami Grant had an amazing season last year, finishing second in the voting for Most Improved Player. His dynamic scoring ability would fit in perfectly with the Miami Heat.

Miami does not have a starting power forward at the moment. Adding Grant would iron out their starting five, assuming they are able to sign a point guard in free agency.

Last year, Grant averaged 22.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. He shot 42.9% from the field and 35% from three-point range.

Though his percentages seem low, that’s only due to the high volume of shots he was taking. Grant was Detroit’s main source of offense last year.

The trade also sees Miami add Mason Plumlee and Cory Joseph. Both players would be valuable rotational pieces that would add depth to the team.

Losing Tyler Herro hurts, but this trade makes the Heat a better team right now. They would be able to re-sign Duncan Robinson and still be active in free agency.

This deal sees the Pistons add to their young core while getting rid of some of their veterans. Herro could line up next to Killian Hayes, Saddiq Bey, Isaiah Stewart, and potentially Cade Cunningham in the starting lineup.

Grant would help the Heat elevate themselves to the level of a championship contender. He’s an All-Star caliber player who would have a huge role in Miami.