Kings plan to keep Zach LaVine, complicating Heat's offseason strategy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:02 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Sacramento Kings intend to retain Zach LaVine, who was a potential target for the Miami Heat this offseason. Reports indicate the Kings are not considering a buyout of the two-time All-Star, seeing him as a valuable player and trade asset as they rebuild. This decision solidifies the Heat's search for additional scoring options, focusing on other players like Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan. With LaVine's expiring contract, Sacramento may reassess his future depending on team performance this season.
- •Sacramento Kings will not buy out Zach LaVine this offseason.
- •Miami Heat had monitored LaVine's situation for potential acquisition.
- •Kings view LaVine as a cornerstone during their roster rebuild.
- •Heat now focus on Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan as alternatives.
- •LaVine’s expiring contract could become more valuable at the trade deadline.
- 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Heat’s Zach LaVine Hopes Take Hit After New Kings Update
"A new Kings update may have closed one of the Heat's most intriguing offseason paths to adding another proven scorer. The post Heat’s Zach LaVine Hopes Take Hit After New Kings Update appeared first on HEAVY.
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