Heat may pursue Kawhi Leonard if Giannis trade with Bucks falls through
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:15 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Miami Heat are prepared to shift their focus to Kawhi Leonard if a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks does not materialize. Initially seen as close to acquiring Antetokounmpo, the Heat's plans were disrupted by the Boston Celtics' willingness to include All-Star Jaylen Brown in their offer. Heat president Pat Riley is expected to seek clarity on the Antetokounmpo situation by Monday night to decide on pursuing Leonard. Acquiring Leonard could require giving up less than it would take to land Antetokounmpo, as Leonard remains a strong performer despite injury concerns.
- •Heat eye Kawhi Leonard if Giannis acquisition fails
- •Boston Celtics may outbid Miami for Antetokounmpo
- •Decision on Giannis expected by Monday night
- •Leonard averaged 27.9 points last season
- •Heat possibly ready to trade for Leonard before draft
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Heat could trade for Kawhi Leonard if Giannis Antetokounmpo deal with Bucks falls through
"The Miami Heat could pivot to a trade for Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard if they fail to land Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks.
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