Miami Heat consider free agents after LeBron James signs with 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
LeBron James will not return to the Miami Heat, opting instead to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Heat president Pat Riley is now evaluating potential free agent signings to enhance the roster for the upcoming season. Among the players being considered are DeMar DeRozan, who brings veteran experience, Bradley Beal, who offers scoring potential despite injury concerns, and sharpshooter Seth Curry. Each player could fill roles that the Heat need after the departure of James.
- •LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, leaving Miami.
- •DeMar DeRozan is an unrestricted free agent after being waived.
- •Bradley Beal remains an option despite recent injury issues.
- •Seth Curry is viewed as a top shooting target on the market.
- •Pat Riley aims to improve Miami's roster before the season.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Heat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing LeBron James
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Heat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing Out on LeBron James
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Free Agents Miami Heat Could Target After Missing Out On LeBron James
"LeBron James won’t be returning to the Miami Heat. The veteran superstar has opted to join the Philadelphia 76ers. As such, Pat Riley must now turn his attention elsewhere as he continues to round out Erik Spoelstra’s roster.Fortunately for Miami, there are still multiple talented players who are currently free agents. Sure, none of them […] The post 3 Free Agents Miami Heat Could Target After Missing Out On LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY.
"After missing out on LeBron James, the Miami Heat have to turn their attention to the free agency market in search of a potential third star to round out their current roster.Erik Spoelstra’s team currently has three open roster spots and around $10 million in cap space. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, DeMar DeRozan […] The post Heat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing Out on LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY.
"After missing out on LeBron James, the Miami Heat have to turn their attention to the free agency market in search of a potential third star to round out their current roster.Erik Spoelstra’s team currently has three open roster spots and around $10 million in cap space. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, DeMar DeRozan […] The post Heat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 5:44 PMHeat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing LeBron James
After missing out on LeBron James, the Miami Heat have to turn their attention to the free agency market in search of a potential third star to round out their current roster.Erik Spoelstra’s team currently has three open roster spots and around $10 million in cap space. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, DeMar DeRozan […] The post Heat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 5:44 PMHeat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing Out on LeBron James
After missing out on LeBron James, the Miami Heat have to turn their attention to the free agency market in search of a potential third star to round out their current roster.Erik Spoelstra’s team currently has three open roster spots and around $10 million in cap space. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, DeMar DeRozan […] The post Heat Have New Top Free Agency Target After Missing Out on LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 8:11 PM3 Free Agents Miami Heat Could Target After Missing Out On LeBron James
LeBron James won’t be returning to the Miami Heat. The veteran superstar has opted to join the Philadelphia 76ers. As such, Pat Riley must now turn his attention elsewhere as he continues to round out Erik Spoelstra’s roster.Fortunately for Miami, there are still multiple talented players who are currently free agents. Sure, none of them […] The post 3 Free Agents Miami Heat Could Target After Missing Out On LeBron James appeared first on HEAVY.
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