Miami Heat pursue trades to move up from 41st pick in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:01 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Miami Heat are working to trade up from their 41st position in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Following their recent acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Heat aim to secure talented wings to complement their new frontcourt duo. The team has contacted Memphis, New York, and Denver regarding potential moves. Some promising options like Isaiah Evans and Meleek Thomas could still be available. The second round of the draft is set to continue on June 25, 2026.
- •Miami Heat looking to trade up from 41st pick
- •Contacting Memphis, New York, and Denver for trades
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo acquisition marks a new era
- •Prospective targets include Isaiah Evans and Meleek Thomas
- •Second round of the draft resumes on June 25, 2026
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Draft: Miami Heat Looking to Aggressively Move Up From Pick 41 Following Blockbuster Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade
"The Miami Heat have a lot of work to do after acquiring the hottest superstar available in the trade market. The franchise now has one of the most anticipated frontcourt duos in the league, but the Heat will still need some efficient wings around the superstars.
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