Heat consider adding veterans DeRozan, Thompson, and Beal this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Miami Heat are exploring options to fill roster spots as the 2026-27 NBA season approaches. The team's recent transaction occurred on July 16, when they re-signed Vladislav Goldin to a Two-Way Contract. With several exceptions available due to a tight salary cap, Miami may target veterans like Klay Thompson, DeMar DeRozan, or Bradley Beal in the buyout market. The Heat have three standard roster spots open and can use mid-level and bi-annual exemptions for potential signings. While the team is focused on maximizing flexibility for trades, they are also assessing minimum-scale deals during the offseason.
- •Heat last transaction was July 16 with Vladislav Goldin signing.
- •Three standard roster spots remain open, with one Two-Way spot also available.
- •Miami holds several exceptions to pursue free agents this summer.
- •Klay Thompson is a primary target, with DeRozan and Beal also under consideration.
- •Team aims to maintain flexibility for future trades and mid-season adjustments.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — DeMar DeRozan? Klay Thompson? Bradley Beal? Heat could still add big-name veteran.
"MIAMI — The most recent entry for the Miami Heat on the NBA’s official transaction page was on July 16, with the listing, “Miami Heat re-signed center Vladislav Goldin to a Two-Way Contract.” But that doesn’t mean the Heat are done, even as we’re about to hit the one-month mark of the NBA’s 2026-27 transaction calendar. Because there still is money to be spent. Roster spots to be filled. Needs ...
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