Ranking all Miami Heat players into 5 trade value tiers
By Brennan Sims
Solid Veterans, Low Value: Terry Rozier, Haywood Highsmith, Duncan Robinson, Kevin Love
This tier of player could also be categorized as "the others." Hall of Fame Heat legend Shaquille O'Neal frequently discusses the importance of having dependable role players who can step up in colossal moments.
Although their value may be low on the open market, these players are essential to their squads. The Heat's struggling offense has looked its best with Duncan Robinson on the floor. Robinson was part of the Heat's most efficient five-man lineup last year. His movement shooting is invaluable to what the Heat are trying to accomplish. Robinson knows and embraces his role.
Terry Rozier will have a much better season after adjusting to Heat culture. He's a certified dog and has heard the chatter about his standing amongst point guards in the league. The rim-dashing, slick-handling, tough shot-making Rozier will come up huge in a crucial spot. Book it.
After losing Caleb Martin this offseason, the Heat were fortunate to retain Haywood Highsmith. Highsmith should be called the locksmith the way he locks up bucket getters.
According to Bball-index, Highsmith's perimeter defense graded an A+ in 2022-23, and his overall defensive impact was an A in 2024. His hustle jumps off the screen anytime Heat hoops are on. His value would amplify if his shooting stroke was more consistent.
Kevin Love was a tremendous backup big for the Heat last year. The NBA champion spaces the floors, competes on the glass, and is still one of the best hit-a-head passers in NBA history. It'll be interesting to see how much Love still has in the tank. I thought about putting him with this next group, but he's a vet that could get run during the postseason.