Now, Ware can continue his growth alongside three former Heat teammates in Milwaukee. The Heat traded guard Tyler Herro, forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. and guard Kasparas Jakucionis along with Ware to the Bucks. “That helps out a lot more,” Ware said of being traded to the Bucks with Herro, Jaquez and Jakucionis. “Some guys, they get traded by themselves. So I would say it helps to have three guys with me.” — 7/12/2026 Miami Herald

Instead of dealing Jovic in the Antetokounmpo deal, the Heat traded guard Tyler Herro, forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., guard Kasparas Jakucionis, center Kel’el Ware and a haul of draft capital to the Milwaukee Bucks to acquire Antetokounmpo and veteran forward Bobby Portis. “I was happy that I stayed,” Jovic said after going through a workout on Wednesday in Las Vegas, where the Heat and the rest of the NBA are spending the next few weeks for summer league. “I thought I was probably not going to be here. But I’m really happy. Obviously, not only because I’m going to share the court and play with [Antetokounmpo], but I’m also happy that I’m going to be able to learn from one of the greatest power forwards ever. The way he lives, the way he treats basketball, and stuff like that. “ — 7/10/2026 Miami Herald

Your Miami HEAT announced today that they have acquired NBA Champion, Two-Time NBA MVP and 10-time NBA All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo and NBA Champion Bobby Portis Jr. from the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Tyler Herro, Kasparas Jakučionis, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, three first round picks (2026, 2031 & 2033), a 2030 first round pick swap and a 2033 second round pick. “The announcement of today’s trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis Jr. is one of the great trades in HEAT history,” said HEAT President Pat Riley. “In my opinion, Giannis is one of the top five players in the league and Bobby is one of the best power forwards. The difficult part is trading Tyler, Kasparas, Jaime and Kel’el who have given so much to this organization, we wish them nothing but the best. I also want to thank the Arison’s for their continued pursuit towards winning a championship and we feel this gives us a better opportunity moving forward. I want to welcome Giannis and Bobby to the Miami HEAT family.” — 7/6/2026 NBA.com

Ira Windhorst: Bucks GM Jon Horst, “We’re excited to welcome Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez and Kasparas Jakucionis to Bucks basketball. Each brings talent, versatility, competitiveness and a team-first mentality that builds our culture and identity.” — 7/6/2026 Twitter @IraHeatBeat

Anthony Chiang: Jaime Jaquez Jr. posted this message on his IG today: “To Heat Nation, I just want to say thank you for embracing and supporting me over the past 3 years. The city of Miami will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you to the coaches and staff as well as the front office for giving me an opportunity to live out my dreams of playing in the NBA. It will always be love Miami.” — 7/6/2026 x.com

Shams Charania: BLOCKBUSTER: The Milwaukee Bucks are trading franchise icon Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, 3 first-round picks (including No. 13), 1 pick swap and 1 second-rounder, sources tell ESPN. — 6/22/2026 x.com

Bobby Marks: I’m still in the belief it’s Miami because when you look at Giannis Antetokounmpo, it’s the superstar checklist of three things that Miami has here: It’s the win-now player. When you look at a player like Tyler Herro, remember you’ve got to get to $47-48 million in salary just to send out. Herro makes $33 million as an expiring contract. Then you look at young players like Kel’el Ware Ware and Jaime Jaquez, two players on rookie deals. And then it’s the draft picks. Remember, Milwaukeee’s got the 10th pick in the draft. Miami’s got the 13th pick in the draft. They can send two future picks in 30 and 32. They’ve got some swap rights here. So, I do think Miami’s got right now the best package out there, but we’ve got to get some clarity here. — 6/20/2026 YouTube

The Heat were aggressive in trying to land Giannis Antetokounmpo at the February trade deadline, when league sources say they thought a deal would get done before the Bucks ultimately backed away. This time around, with league sources indicating that the package is likely to include Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., either Pelle Larsson or Kasparas Jakučionis and draft capital (they can offer up to three first round picks), Miami is still widely seen as the frontrunner in the Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. — 6/12/2026 New York Times

Amid all the trade buzz, Jaquez is also eligible for an extension with the Heat. Jaquez, who still has one more season left on his rookie-scale contract, is eligible for a five-year extension at a maximum of about $245 million this summer. “I think that’d be incredible,” Jaquez said of a potential extension with the Heat. “I think people always talk about it’s not the first contract, it’s the second one that really sets you up for a great life after basketball. So, it’s been great so far. The year that I’ve been having and the years that I’ve spent in Miami. And I think an extension would be great, obviously. That’s what players search for and I’m no different.” — 6/5/2026 Miami Herald

Jaquez isn’t focused on trade rumors at the moment. Instead, he’s focused on making the most of his offseason, which took him to Brazil this week for part of the NBA Finals to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NBA House and reinforce Brazil’s importance as one of the league’s leading international markets. “I try my best to stay off X, Instagram, all social media,” Jaquez added. “Just kind of focus on what I need to focus on. And that’s continuing to grow my game and get better as an individual. Whatever happens with the team, that’s all up to the owners and front office. But as for us guys, all we can really do is just continue to work on our game. I’m going to be playing basketball next year, whether it’s in Miami or somewhere else. So just got to stay ready.” — 6/5/2026 Miami Herald