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The Miami Heat hoped to provide Dwyane Wade with a playoff sendoff ahead of his retirement, although the Heat failed to qualify for the postseason for the third time in five years. The franchise has won just one postseason series since LeBron James left back in 2014, and now that Wade has exited, it is the perfect time for a much-needed rebuild.
Due to a bloated salary bill, the Heat was not expected to be in a position to compete in free agency, however, the team has managed to pull off a stunning move to sign Jimmy Butler. The All-Star's arrival has renewed optimism around the franchise, and here are three more players that could head to the Heat in the coming weeks.
#3 T.J. McConnell
The majority of the top free agents have already been snapped up, although a number of role-players remain available. Among them is T.J. McConnell, who spent the 18-19 season with the Sixers, averaging 6.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists while shooting 52.5 percent from the field.
McConnell is expected to make a decision on his future in the coming days, and Darren Wolfson of SKOR North is reporting that the 27-year-old is attracting interest from several teams.
With the Heat attempting to move Goran Dragic, McConnell would have the opportunity to establish himself as a starter in Miami, but the Minnesota Timberwolves are known to be pushing hard to complete a deal for the point guard.
Nevertheless, if signed, McConnell would provide the Heat with speed and a threat beyond the arc. However, his defense continues to be an issue, and he has yet to prove that he can form a vital part of a starting unit.
#2 DeMarcus Cousins
DeMarcus Cousins is among the standout free agents left on the market, and Brandon Robinson of Heavy.com is reporting that the four-time All-Star is interesting the Heat.
As one of the best centers in the NBA, Cousins was expected to command a max contract last summer, although his options were limited after he was diagnosed with a torn left Achilles.
Cousins eventually signed a one-year, $5.7 million deal with the Golden State Warriors, and after overcoming his career-threating injury, Cousins averaged 16.3 points and 8.2 rebounds in 25.7 minutes per game. The Kentucky product also got a taste of postseason basketball for the first time in his decade-long NBA career.
The 28-year-old would be a huge signing for the Heat, although a deal is complicated, and Cousins would once again have to take a small deal.
#1 Bradley Beal
The Washington Wizards are on the verge of a rebuild, and Bradley Beal continues to attract plenty of interest. Back in November of 2018, reports emerged that the Wizards were willing to trade Beal, although the franchise's stance is believed to have changed due to the 26-year-old's continued development.
Nevertheless, the Heat are desperate to add a second star to pair with Jimmy Butler, and Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald is reporting that the Heat has engaged Washington in trade talks:
During the 18-19 season, Beal averaged 25.6 points, 5.5 assists and 5.0 rebounds per game. Beal has two seasons remaining on his existing deal, and the Heat would have to offer the Wizards a comprehensive trade package to seal a deal. However, adding Beal would turn the Heat into a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.
