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With just under two months before the 2026 NBA Draft, which prospects do pundits have the Miami Heat selecting? (Mandatory Credit: Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/p>\nWith just under two months before the 2026 NBA Draft, which prospects do pundits have the Miami Heat selecting? (Mandatory Credit: Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
We are one day away from the Final Four tipping off! We are also less than three months from the 2026 NBA Draft. The Miami Heat own two picks in this year\u2019s draft, so who do pundits have them drafting as the end of the NCAA Tournament nears?! Let\u2019s examine!<\/p>\n
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\u201cNate Ament had a mixed postseason, highlighted by shotmaking flashes, creativity, issues converting drives and struggles against physical defense.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThere will always be demand and patience when it comes to 6\u201910\u201d wings with shoot-dribble-pass skill sets, and Ament has at least 19 made field goals in ball-screen, isolation, spot-up and movement off-screen situations. He\u2019s getting to the line at a strong rate, yet he isn\u2019t a black hole, averaging 2.3 assists.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe case against Ament questions if the shooting will be good enough to offset projected issues around a lack of explosion and strength for turning the corner and finishing.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe case for him shows a mismatch and three-level scorer who can get his shot off cleanly at will due to positional height and release point.\u201d<\/p>\n
Alex Karaban, G\/F, UConn (No. 42)<\/p>\n
\u201cNBA teams will eye for the same role he plays now, making spot-up and movement threes, cutting through defenses and adding good decision-making and toughness to a lineup.\u201d<\/p>\n
Where Matt currently has Ament ranked on his way-too-early big board<\/a>:\u00a021<\/p>\n Where Matt has Karaban: 41<\/p>\n *********************************<\/p>\n \u201cLendeborg is one of the most NBA-ready prospects in the class, leading the Michigan Wolverines to the Final Four with wins over Alabama and Tennessee while showcasing a well-rounded impact on both ends. A playmaking 6-foot-9 forward who helped guide Michigan to one of the nation\u2019s top records, he scores efficiently inside and defends with strong instincts. The Miami Heat\u2014a team that values versatile, do-it-all forwards\u2014land a strong fit in Lendeborg as they look to bounce back next season.\u201d<\/p>\n Where Matt currently has him ranked on his way-too-early big board<\/a>:\u00a012<\/p>\n *********************************<\/p>\n \u201cWith NBA genes in his blood as the son of former player Chris Carr, Cameron has the skills to make it in the NBA. But at 175 pounds with not a ton of games under his belt, he\u2019s going to get introduced to the NBA\u2019s physicality in a way that might limit his ability to get to his spots as a scorer. Thankfully, the Heat have a strong strength and conditioning program to help a guy like Carr get in peak shape to handle the rigors of the league.\u201d<\/p>\n Where Matt currently has him ranked on his way-too-early big board<\/a>:\u00a09<\/p>\n *********************************<\/p>\n \u201cPhilon\u2019s sophomore jump has made him both a shot-creator and shot-maker. What\u2019s missing is the defensive impact he showed as a freshman, but in Miami, that end of the floor will be a requisite. With plenty of decisions looming for the Heat on the perimeter, he and Kasparas Jakucionis could be two compatible long-term pieces.\u201d<\/p>\n Where Matt currently has him ranked on his way-too-early big board<\/a>:\u00a014<\/p>\n *********************************<\/p>\n To check out our other content, click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Follow Hot Hot Hoops on Twitter\/X\u00a0here<\/a>!<\/p>\n Follow Hot Hot Hoops on Instagram\u00a0here<\/a>!<\/p>\n Check out Hot Hot Hoops on Facebook\u00a0here<\/a>!<\/p>\n Subscribe to our YouTube channel\u00a0here<\/a>!<\/p>\n \t\t\t