Heat sign Nick Richards, raising questions about Vlad Goldin's future

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Heat sign Nick Richards, raising questions about Vlad Goldin's future

Summary

The Miami Heat have signed Nick Richards to a standard contract ahead of the upcoming season, leaving uncertainty around Vlad Goldin, who is under a two-way contract. Richards, having a six-season NBA tenure, cannot sign a two-way deal. While Goldin provides depth, his status may be in jeopardy if Richards secures a spot on the opening-night roster. The Heat have until Saturday to finalize any roster changes, potentially leading to additional moves as the season approaches.

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Key Details

•Heat sign Nick Richards to a standard contract.
•Vlad Goldin on a two-way contract could lose his spot.
•Richards' tenure makes him ineligible for a two-way deal.
•The roster deadline is Saturday for potential changes.
•Heat may consider adding a 15th player before opening night.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — ASK IRA: Does Heat addition of Nick Richards have Vlad Goldin on the clock?

What they're saying

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Q: Ira, if the Heat have Nick Richards why do they need Vlad Goldin? Explain. – Sammie. A: Another apple-to-oranges. Nick Richards was signed to a standard contract, his six-season tenure making him ineligible for a two-way deal. Vlad Goldin is on a two-way contract, not part of the standard roster. But there also could be a connection. Because Nick took a non-guaranteed deal, there is, ...
— Yahoo Sports

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