Miami Heat pass on Ben Simmons for final roster spot

The Miami Heat remain undecided on how to fill their final roster spot for the upcoming season. While the organization has been linked to former player Gabe Vincent, reports indicate that a return for the guard is unlikely. The team also evaluated Ben Simmons as a potential addition to the roster but ultimately chose not to pursue the veteran. Simmons instead agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings after sitting out the 2025-26 season. Miami continues to look for a player capable of making an immediate contribution to the rotation alongside recent acquisitions Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson. The team's front office remains active in assessing options for the guard position as they finalize their lineup.

• 5:22 PMYahoo Sports — Heat reportedly passed on $203M former first overall pick, 3-time All-Star for final roster spot