In the aftermath of the KD trade, there have been rumblings of Miami making Andrew Wiggins available in trade talks in hopes of still upgrading the roster.
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After the Miami Heat infamously struck out on the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, plenty of Heat Nation are wondering what’s the next move. Although their direction is still unclear on whether to embrace a youth movement or stay competitive, the history of the organization suggests the latter.
Ever since Pat Riley took over the Heat franchise, this has been an organization that has refused to embrace a rebuild for decades. It’s not the way they operate— regardless of whether it makes sense or not.
But there’s still plenty of question marks in a path to remain competitive this offseason. Durant’s superstar presence gave them likely their only true short cut back to relevancy in a weak Eastern Conference. Now that he’s off the table, Riley and company will have to get more creative if they want to avoid their fourth consecutive season in the NBA play-in.
As the core of Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro and Kel’el Ware are likely to remain the building blocks, that leaves another promising asset to utilize in trade talks— Andrew Wiggins.
Acquired by the Heat in the Jimmy Butler deal at this year’s trade deadline, the 30 year-old Wiggins put up encouraging numbers. In 17 appearances for Miami, he averaged 19 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks on 46% shooting. However, he struggled heavily in the team’s first round sweep by the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The problems with Wiggins’ fit go deeper than his on-court production. He dealt with availability issues and his commitment to embracing the “Heat Culture” has looked rocky in hindsight. And according to an NBA insider, his Heat tenure could be short lived.
“Teams are wondering what is next with the Miami Heat after striking out on a Durant trade.”
“Miami continues to make Andrew Wiggins available in trade talks and would be willing to part with the 20th pick in the NBA Draft for an upgrade alongside Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, sources said.”
— Brett Siegel/ClutchPoints
Can the Sacramento Kings be a viable trade partner with the Miami Heat?
It’s unknown what rival teams around the league would currently be interested in Wiggins. However, there have been rumblings linking the Heat and Sacramento Kings as possible trade partners in the very near future.
Both squads were part of the middling group of play-in caliber teams in each respective conference last season. So a potential fit in trade talks between each franchise could make sense in to revamp their roster’s.
The rumor mill has featured DeMar DeRozan landing in South Beach for weeks now. Additionally, the Kings have been mentioned to be shopping Malik Monk and looking to acquire a first-round pick from this upcoming draft.
This approved mock trade via Spotrac provides both the Heat and Kings with a beneficial deal to begin the offseason.
Successful mock trade between the Heat and Kings, via Spotrac
Kings receive: Andrew Wiggins, Terry Rozier, Jaime Jaquez Jr, 20th pick
Heat receive: DeMar DeRozan, Malik Monk, Jonas Valanciunas, Devin Carter
Who says no? pic.twitter.com/egPT5NcVkk
— Hot Hot Hoops (@hothothoops) June 24, 2025
Wiggins could be an intriguing headliner in any potential trade.
In the prime of his career, he still provides upside as a versatile two-way wing. Terry Rozier’s expiring salary along with a young player like Jaime Jaquez Jr. and the 20th pick gives that balance of a well rounded trade package.
In return, the Heat get a proven and still efficient bucket getter in DeRozan to add a much needed scoring punch to their lineup. Miami has circled back on the six-time All-Star several times over the years. And Malik Monk is another talented two-way piece that bolsters the Heat’s guard depth and has ties to Adebayo from their days at Kentucky.
Lastly, last year’s 13th overall pick Devin Carter can help make up for the loss of Jaquez and this year’s 20th pick.
Do you think this deal is beneficial for Miami? Are you ready to move on from Wiggins already? Let us know in the comments!
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