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Heat Roundtable's Sean Jordan floats Aaron Gordon as a trade target for Miami before the deadline. Denver reportedly views only Nikola Jokic as untouchable, leaving Gordon possibly available as the Nuggets retool around him.
With two roster spots open, Toronto could look at free agent Bruce Brown for depth, Raptors reporter Jeremy Brenner said. Brown spent last season in Denver, averaging 7.9 points and 3.9 rebounds after prior stints with Indiana, Toronto and New Orleans.
John Konchar is drawing interest from the Knicks, Heat, Magic and Raptors, Marc Stein reported in his Stein Line newsletter, calling him one of the top free agents still available.
Heat Roundtable's Sean Jordan reports Miami could pursue Kevin Durant from Houston ahead of next season's trade deadline if the Rockets are struggling. A possible package centers on Andrew Wiggins and Nikola Jovic, whose combined money lines up with Durant's deal.
A roundup of contenders with roster gaps heading into camp lists the Lakers lacking a starting power forward, with Sandro Mamukelashvili the only bench option at the spot. The Heat need a playmaking point guard beyond backup Davion Mitchell, and efforts to move Nikola Jovic have gone nowhere.
Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun Sentinel discusses whether Miami should pursue guard Devin Carter after he clears waivers from Sacramento and Atlanta, noting his father Anthony Carter's ties to the franchise.
Devin Carter was waived by Sacramento on Friday, leaving the No. 13 pick from 2024 seeking his second NBA team. NBA insider Jake Fischer reports the Celtics could pursue him once he clears waivers, while Heat insider Ira Winderman says Miami has the cap room and roster space to make a move too.
Miami is looking for backcourt depth behind Davion Mitchell after adding Giannis Antetokounmpo, Klay Thompson and Tim Hardaway Jr. Heat insider Ira Winderman reports D'Angelo Russell could be an option if he works out a buyout with Memphis.
Miami is exploring backcourt depth ahead of training camp, weighing a reunion with Gabe Vincent on a non-guaranteed camp deal or a run at D'Angelo Russell.
Eric Amsler is leaving Miami's front office to become an assistant general manager with the Lakers, ESPN's Shams Charania reported. He spent more than 22 years with the Heat, rising from intern to vice president of player personnel and Sioux Falls Skyforce general manager.
