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Miami Heat sign Nick Richards and Keshad Johnson ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Miami Heat sign Nick Richards and Keshad Johnson ahead of new season

Summary

The Miami Heat signed center Nick Richards to a non-guaranteed one-year contract worth $3.1 million on August 27, 2026. This move comes days after the Heat added guard Klay Thompson to their roster, strengthening their lineup as they prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. Richards, a former second-round pick, brings additional frontcourt depth behind Bam Adebayo. The Heat also re-signed Keshad Johnson to a two-way contract following his previous standard deal. Johnson, who has spent the last two seasons with Miami, contributed modestly in 32 appearances last season.

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Key Details

•Nick Richards signed a non-guaranteed one-year deal worth $3.1 million.
•Miami also signed Keshad Johnson to a two-way contract.
•Richards adds depth behind Bam Adebayo in the frontcourt.
•Klay Thompson was signed to a two-year contract earlier this week.
•Johnson averaged 4.3 points and 1.9 rebounds last season.

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11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Miami Heat Sign 6’6″ Rising Star After Nick Richards Inks $3.1M Contract

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The Miami Heat has moved another step closer to finalizing their roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. On Thursday, the Heat signed rampantly-rumored big man Nick Richards to a non-guaranteed one-year contract worth $3.1 million. “Just days after signing future Hall of Fame guard Klay Thompson to a two-year contract on Sunday, a league source confirmed […] The post Report: Miami Heat Sign 6’6″ Rising Star After Nick Richards Inks $3.1M Contract appeared first on HEAVY.
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