Why The Miami Heat Do The Deal 

For the Heat, this is about replacing the departed P.J. Tucker. That’s not to say Martin is a perfect replacement. 

He could still be a serviceable one. This deal also has the Heat putting faith in their developmental program. That seems smart – it has a proven record of success. 

Meanwhile, Martin has all the physical tools to replicate Tucker’s role. He simply needs some polish.

If the Heat can take his athletic gifts and use them to mold a player who makes a stronger defensive impact, this should be a great deal for them. 

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Finally, the Heat are giving up a pick that’s protected against disaster here. In all likelihood, their selection will convey in a spot where the likelihood of landing a player as productive as Martin is reasonably low. 

Should the Rockets really covet that pick?