Why The Miami Heat Do The Deal
There are reasons to decline this deal if you’re Miami. We won’t deny that.
After all, spacing has been an issue for this team in 2022-23. Vanderbilt doesn’t provide much of it. He may not be a good fit alongside Bam Adebayo as a result
At the same time, Vanderbilt just feels exactly like the type of player Miami likes. He leaves it all out on the floor – if there’s a loose ball to be had, Vanderbilt wants it more than anybody. He’s a strong rebounder and defender who provides value on offense with his cutting and passing.
With some creativity, the Heat could find a way to use him. They could stagger him and Adebayo as much as possible.
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Meanwhile, the two could share the floor for stretches, given their collective defensive versatility.
If the Heat want to put culture first, they’d find a way to accommodate Vanderbilt.