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5 Miami Heat players immediately impacted by the team's draft picks

The Miami Heat's draft picks, Kel'el Ware and Pelle Larsson, could be ready to make an instant impact. Which players on the team could be affected?

By Daniel Riccio

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Cole Swider 

Larsson displayed a similar college game to the likes of Heat shooters Duncan Robinson and even Cole Swider. Robinson’s continued growth and veteran status make him a lock to earn a spot on this team. However, for current two-way guard Swider, it could now be even harder than ever.

Swider had some elite shooting performances with his team in Miami’s G-League Sioux Falls Skyforce runs. But he didn’t get much of a chance to translate his shooting ability to the NBA level. He only received time when numerous rotation players were unavailable.

With Larsson on the roster on a standard rookie contract, it could be fair to assume he would get more opportunity than Swider.

The Heat announced Friday that they have extended a qualifying offer to Cole Swider, making him a restricted free agent and allowing the Heat to match outside offers. A big Summer League performance could help Swider return to Miami next season.

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