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Heat draft pick at No. 13 likely to be traded amid Giannis speculation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

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Summary

The Miami Heat may trade their No. 13 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, with Giannis Antetokounmpo as a potential target. Concerns arise about the adequacy of their youth roster if they decide to trade assets for an aging star. The team is weighing their options as they look to maintain their competitive edge without a focus on building for the future. Expert opinions suggest that discussions are ongoing, but no agreements have been reported at this time.

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Status Watch

•The Heat's No. 13 pick is under consideration for trade.
•Giannis Antetokounmpo is a focal point in trade discussions.
•Analysts question the impact of trading young talent on team depth.
•Miami has a roster of young players like Kel'el Ware and Jaime Jaquez Jr.
•No trade has been officially agreed upon as of now.

Latest Updates

10:05 AMYahoo Sports — ASK IRA: To pick or not to pick, does that remain the Heat draft question?

What they're saying

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Q: The Heat are not picking at No. 13. Lol. – Kareem. Q: That pick will be traded, so . . . – Pacman. A: And, yes, in almost any trade permutation for Giannis Antetokounmpo, it is overwhelmingly likely that No. 13 goes to the Bucks (with the Heat, by rule, having to make the pick for Milwaukee). But for all the conjecture, it’s not as if the Heat know at this moment that Giannis is guaranteed ...
— Yahoo Sports

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