Miami Heat consider adding free agent D'Angelo Russell for backcourt depth

The Miami Heat are evaluating options to address a thin point guard rotation ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Following a major trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo that involved the departure of Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis, Miami currently relies on Davion Mitchell and Dru Smith at the position. NBA insider Marc Stein reports that D’Angelo Russell is the most likely candidate to be released by the Memphis Grizzlies following their recent six-team trade. Despite 11 years of league experience, the 30-year-old Russell could provide needed playmaking and a secondary scoring option alongside Bam Adebayo, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Klay Thompson. The Heat have prioritized adding veteran talent on team-friendly contracts to supplement their roster after the offseason roster overhaul.

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