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The Miami Heat were arguably the biggest surprise in the 2020 NBA Playoffs. Despite having one of the league's youngest rosters, the franchise made it all the way to the Finals, which they lost in six games against a star-studded LA Lakers. However, many Miami Heat players will be free agents during the NBA Free Agency 2020, which includes their star power forward Jae Crowder.
Considering the same, let us have a look at five power forwards the Miami Heat should look to go after this off-season.
NBA Free Agency 2020: Five power forwards the Miami Heat need to go after this off-season
For this list, we have considered power forwards who are free agents and would best suit the Miami Heat's pace-and-space dominant style. In other words, we have looked for big men who could space the floor and can also be a factor at the defensive end for the franchise. Without further ado, let's get started.
#1 Jae Crowder
Jae Crowder was absolutely magnificent for the Miami Heat during the franchise's unexpected run to the 2020 NBA Finals.
The 30-year-old only joined the Heat in the middle of last season, but his performances made it seem as if he's been with the team for a long time.
Crowder is exactly the kind of player the Miami Heat need. He's a big man in his prime who can shoot lights out from behind the arc, and can also space the floor. Jae Crowder, being an excellent team defender, could also help the Heat roster lacking quality at that end of the floor.
Quite simply, the Miami Heat need to prioritize re-signing Jae Crowder during NBA Free Agency 2020.
#2 Montrezl Harrell
Montrezl Harrell is the only player in this list who isn't a threat from behind the arc. So, why is he in this list?
Well, the Miami Heat just can't afford to have Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo for the entirety of a game. During the period when the duo is rested, someone needs to come off the bench and not only be a defensive cornerstone but also contribute in offense.
The reigning sixth man of the year is exactly that kind of a player. He is a switchable defender who can also protect the rim when needed. While he isn't a very good shot creator, Harrell is a lob threat and is also a very efficient post-up scorer with incredible touch around the rim.
Montrezl Harrell would be an excellent player to go after for the Miami Heat during NBA Free Agency 2020.
#3 Danilo Gallinari
Danilo Gallinari had a resurgent year with the OKC Thunder last season while playing alongside Chris Paul. The young team not only secured the fifth seed in a stacked Western Conference but even gave the Houston Rockets a run for their money in the first round.
While Chris Paul stole the show, Gallinari deserves a massive chunk of the credit as well. The 32-year-old consistently hit the clutchest of shots to keep his team in the game while putting on some splendid effort at the defensive end of the floor.
While Gallinari isn't an immovable defender by any means, he would still add greatly to the defense of the Miami Heat if acquired by the franchise during the NBA Free Agency 2020.
#4 Serge Ibaka
Serge Ibaka is a very underrated player as the NBA champion is still not given the respect he deserves at times.
The 31-year-old can do just about everything. He can light it up from behind the arc and also get inside and dominate the paint.
He is someone who can protect the rim while also being an elite defender on the outside. However, Ibaka has been on a steady decline in the last year or so, something that is unlikely to get better with time.
Nevertheless, given the Miami Heat's weaknesses, Serge Ibaka would be a dream pickup for the franchise during this off-season.
#5 LaMarcus Aldridge
While the San Antonio Spurs have struggled to hit their glory days, LaMarcus Aldridge remains one of the better players in the NBA.
The 35-year-old had a decent campaign for the Spurs in 2019-20, but given his skill set, he could offer a lot more to a contending franchise such as the Miami Heat.
Aldridge is an amazing shooter from mid-range. While he doesn't show eye-popping shooting from behind the arc, he can space the floor to a certain extent. He is also an intelligent defender who is always in the right position to predict the moves of opponents who look to get the better of him.
Given his age, LaMarcus Aldridge probably doesn't have too many seasons left in the NBA. However, considering his attributes, the Miami Heat should consider taking a risk on him during the NBA Free Agency 2020.
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