The Miami Heat could use the salary space once denied to Jimmy Butler to lure Texas legend Kevin Durant. After Durant's trade talks with the Suns heated up, Miami emerges as a top destination where he could secure a lucrative extension.

Bill Simmons urges the Miami Heat to 'blow it up,' citing Tyler Herro's rising contract and questions about the team's long-term direction.

Udonis Haslem was caught in the crossfire on Friday. The ESPN analyst and team vice president of player development for the Heat was in the middle of it on “The Pat McAfee Show” when insider Shams Charania joined as a guest to discuss the latest game of the NBA Finals and the offseason trade rumors, specifically those surrounding Kevin Durant.

Heat Ex-Teammate Threatened to 'Whoop' Warriors' Jimmy Butler originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Heat took the odd step of keeping Udonis Haslem around on the roster for 20 years, until he was 42 years old. That was at least six years past his sell-by date: In his final six seasons in Miami, Haslem played only 65 games.

ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo said “Traore would amount to a big swing if he falls to this spot. Some scouts view him as a lottery-worthy talent, but an inconsistent season in France has put a damper on his draft stock. His size and speed, playmaking ability and promise as a shooter offer obvious upside if he can put everything together.”

The Miami Heat needs a long-term point guard solution. Terry Rozier ‘s tenure with the franchise is expected to end this summer. Since arriving from the Charlotte Hornets, he has struggled to slot into Erik Spoelstra’s rotation.

Wade played alongside Udonis Haslem in all his NBA title runs with Miami. While Wade also had NBA stints with the Bulls and Cavaliers, Haslem dedicated his entire NBA career to Miami. In recognition of his contribution to the franchise, the Heat officially retired the No. 40 jersey worn by Haslem.