Now that they know Metta World Peace is open to a trade, Miami should be the first one to give the New York Knicks a call. He would be a great fit, especially defensively. The Heat do a phenomenal job bringing in veterans and getting them acclimated to a certain type of role. World Peace fits that mold well.
The fact that Omer Asik’s salary this year is only around $5 million is a positive. Next year, the Heat may not have anyone from this season’s roster on board and Asik could be a building block going forward. For a playoff run, though, he could be an incredibly valuable asset down low. The Houston Rockets realize his trade value has gone down over the past several months since he requested to be moved, but could still look to get something in return for him.
It is pretty clear Chris Kaman seems to have had it with the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Heat should be calling. Kaman would be a great veteran presence to have down low during the playoffs and could contribute offensively as well.
Spencer Hawes is another guy on the trade block at the moment, seeing as the Philadelphia 76ers are waiting to let Nerlens Noel claim the starting center job. Hawes could help out in the post like the previous two big men and fill one of the biggest needs for the Heat. He is also only 25 years old, still.
Considering the Toronto Raptors’ current playoff positioning, it’s hard to imagine them giving up DeMar DeRozan. However, Miami has been rumored to be interested in the young swingman and he would certainly add a completely different aspect to the team – another threat. I would crown the Heat this very moment if they were able to pull off such a deal.
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