Miami Heat face competition for DeMar DeRozan from Denver and Cleveland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 11:54 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Miami Heat's pursuit of DeMar DeRozan has become more complex as the Denver Nuggets and Cleveland Cavaliers join the race for the six-time All-Star. Reports indicate Miami sees DeRozan as a potential fit, especially after dealing Tyler Herro and losing Norman Powell. While the Heat have shown interest and have made contact with DeRozan's representatives, they are weighing their options carefully, considering a limited budget and the need for roster flexibility. Denver offers a contender status, and Cleveland also seeks to bolster its scoring options, putting pressure on Miami to act quickly.
- •Miami, Denver, and Cleveland are pursuing DeMar DeRozan.
- •DeRozan would fill roles left by Tyler Herro and Norman Powell.
- •Miami has $8 million in exception money remaining.
- •The Heat are also monitoring Klay Thompson's situation.
- •DeRozan averaged 18.4 points and 4.1 assists last season.
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Heat Face DeRozan Competition as 2 Rivals Emerge
"Miami's pursuit of DeMar DeRozan just became more complicated after Shams Charania revealed two additional contenders are firmly in the mix. The post Miami Heat Face DeRozan Competition as 2 Rivals Emerge appeared first on HEAVY.
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