Terry Rozier had a challenging 2024–25 season with the Miami Heat. He played 25.9 minutes per game, averaging 10.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists over 64 games. His shooting percentages, which were 39.1% from the field and only 29.5% from beyond the arc, were alarming. Rozier’s $26.6 million NBA salary for the 2025–26 season now appears to be a major problem for the Heat due to his declining output.
According to reports, Miami’s front staff looked into moving Rozier this offseason as they try to bolster their roster in preparation for the upcoming campaign. One such situation was a trade for Marcus Smart, the former Defensive Player of the Year, with the Washington Wizards.
The Heat and Wizards discussed a Rozier-for-Smart trade, according to NBA sources Marc Stein and Jake Fischer. Miami’s front staff, however, was unable to agree on whether Smart would be a definite improvement.
Negotiations consequently came to a standstill. While Rozier is still with the Heat, Smart ultimately consented to a buyout with the Wizards and signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.
According to Stein, Miami has looked into the possibility of dealing veteran guard Terry Rozier this offseason. Jake claims that although Miami considered trading Rozier for Smart, the organization was unable to agree on whether the transaction constituted a definite improvement.
There has been a lot of criticism directed at Miami for not making the trade. Supporters swiftly questioned the front office’s decision on social media, citing Rozier’s decline and the team’s need for a more formidable backcourt presence.
One fan commented, “What the hell is Miami doing? So many guys are an upgrade over’scary’ Terry.
One more fan said, “Pat Riley should hang it up.”
“This mindset is the reason Miami will finish last in the East this year,” a supporter wrote.
Another fan said, “Moves like this will hold the heat back and Riley will look like a fool.”
Another fan wrote, “It’s no surprise the Heat FO is unable to sign any players.”
Another enthusiast made the quip, “A fly on the wall is more of an upgrade.”
The front management is under increasing pressure to produce better results following a poor year, regardless of whether the franchise decides to stick with its present core or reexamines trade options for Rozier.
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