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Three More Under-The-Radar Trade Targets For Miami Heat

Three More Under-The-Radar Trade Targets For Miami Heat

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Sean JordanSat, Jul 4, 2026·3 min read

The Miami Heat have had a busy offseason thus far. They acquired Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis last week in one of the biggest trades of the decade. However, it wasn't cheap as Miami parted with Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Kasparas Jakucionis along with three first-round draft picks, a second-round draft pick and a pick swap. Now, the Heat must navigate this offseason with some financial constraints as they try and replace the outgoing players from the trade. There are more moves for Miami to make now that their depth is basically gone but the team has signed Tim Hardaway Jr. to a one-year deal and brought back forward Simone Fontecchio as well. Here are three under-the-radar trade targets the Heat could look to acquire this offseason after adding Antetokounmpo:

1. Jordan Hawkins, New Orleans Pelicans

Hawkins, 24, was once viewed as a key piece of the Pelicans' future but has seen his role in the rotation reduce. With the team drafting Jeremiah Fears along with having Dejounte Murray and Jordan Poole in the backcourt, Hawkins' minutes have decreased from 23.6 minutes a game during the 2024-25 season to 13.6 minutes this past season. He is entering the final season of his rookie contract and the Heat could use a scoring guard after striking out on Anfernee Simons in free agency.

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2. John Konchar, Utah Jazz

Konchar was traded to the Jazz at the deadline after six-and-a-half seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies. Although it was a brief sample size, Konchar saw statistical career-highs with Utah but with that increase in playing time, his shooting efficiency decreased mightily. However, Konchar has a lot of experience from his days in Memphis, playing meaningful basketball, and could be a solid contributor in Miami's rotation. Konchar will be an unrestricted free agent following this season and the Jazz are headed towards a rebuild. At 30 years old, he does not fit entirely into their future plans.

3. DaRon Holmes III, Denver Nuggets

Holmes, a first-round pick out of Dayton in 2024, missed his entire rookie season due to a torn right Achilles tendon. He made his debut this season, starting six games and shooting 44 percent from three-point range. At 6'9", Holmes would be a solid option behind Antetokounmpo at power forward but could also run small-ball center behind Bam Adebayo. The Heat added Portis as well through the trade and will be a solid option in the frontcourt. Holmes is only 23 years old and is a candidate to be dealt by Denver this offseason as they work through their financial limitations.

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