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Miami Heat eyes Zach LaVine amid ongoing roster adjustments

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 2:32 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Miami Heat eyes Zach LaVine amid ongoing roster adjustments

Summary

As the NBA offseason progresses, the Miami Heat is actively seeking to refine its roster and has recently connected with Sacramento Kings star Zach LaVine. With Miami's earlier acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo, the team is exploring options in the free agent market to add talent. Although LaVine is under contract for the 2026-27 season and not available for a buyout, the Heat still lists him as a potential target, pending his future with the Kings. Sacramento has indicated it will retain LaVine for the season, despite his large salary, while Miami is also prioritizing a buyout with Klay Thompson from the Dallas Mavericks.

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By the Numbers

•Miami Heat targets Zach LaVine as roster adjustments continue
•LaVine under contract with Kings, estimated nearly $50 million owed
•Kings plan to keep LaVine despite speculation on potential trades
•Miami is also focused on Klay Thompson for a buyout deal
•LaVine becomes unrestricted free agent next summer

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2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Miami Heat Get Major Zach LaVine Buyout Update Amid Star Search

What they're saying

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The Miami Heat is still sorting out its roster as the NBA offseason grows older. The Heat has its sights set on the free agent market. Sacramento Kings star Zach LaVine has been freshly linked to the Heat, which also has DeMar DeRozan, Bradley Beal and Klay Thompson on its radar. In June, Miami acquired two-time league […] The post Report: Miami Heat Get Major Zach LaVine Buyout Update Amid Star Search appeared first on HEAVY.
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