All U Can Heat
Fansided

Three former first-round picks the Miami Heat should take a chance on

By Max Marshall

Mar 20, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (12) runs the offense against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 20, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (12) runs the offense against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-USA TODAY Sports /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
2 of 3
Next
Nov 27, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Justise Winslow (26) warms up prior to the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 27, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Justise Winslow (26) warms up prior to the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Justise Winslow

Since leaving Miami after the 2019-20 season, Winslow has had difficulty finding a team, let alone staying healthy.

If signed by Miami, Winslow would have a minor role. The former lottery pick was a successful backup point guard for the Heat in the 2018-19 season, and could play a similar role if signed. Defensively, Winslow is an ideal fit. He’s always been able to defend multiple positions and would be perfect for pressuring ball handles full court.

Winslow already has some familiarity with the roster. Bam Adebayo and the returning Josh Richardson have played with Winslow and still have an off-the-court friendship. A reunion would make sense and could benefit both sides.

Home/Heat News