Washington Wizards Receive: G Kyle Lowry, G Tyler Herro, 2023 First-Round Pick (MIA), 2027 First-Round Pick (MIA)
Miami Heat Receive: G Bradley Beal
If anything, this is more of a trade for the Washington Wizards to consider.
Many observers would argue that they ought to move on from long-time franchise player Bradley Beal. It does feel like this team has hit a ceiling under his leadership. Beal is a gifted offensive player, but he may be overburdened as the best player on an NBA team.
On the other hand, second-or-third best sounds like a sweet spot for him (depending on how you value Bam Adebayo). The Miami Heat construct a superteam following this deal. There’s no question they’ll be serious contenders for the NBA championship in 2022-23.
Meanwhile, a potential star like Herro and two first-rounders is a solid haul for the Washington Wizards. They’ll officially trigger a rebuild with this deal, but with young players like Herro, Deni Avdija, Rui Hachimura, and more on the roster, they’ll have a head start.
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With a loaded 2023 draft ahead, it could be finished before long. There’s a strong chance the Wizards would secure strong lottery odds following this trade.
