Heat unlikely to trade for Kyrie Irving following Klay Thompson signing

The Miami Heat remain active in the NBA offseason after adding Klay Thompson on a contract worth $5.6 million for his first year. Despite rumors linking the team to Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving, a potential trade appears unlikely. Reports suggest the Heat lack the necessary draft capital following a previous trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, and matching salaries would require moving several players including Portis, Nikola Jovic, and Davion Mitchell. Mavericks leadership has consistently dismissed interest in trading the nine-time All-Star, though league observers continue to monitor the situation as the February 11 trade deadline approaches. The curiosity surrounding Irving stems from the age gap between him and 19-year-old Mavericks teammate Cooper Flagg. Miami intends to maintain roster flexibility while looking to address point guard depth ahead of a planned postseason run.

• 4:43 PMYahoo Sports — Heat get brutal trade update for Mavericks' Kyrie Irving after signing NBA champion Klay Thompson