The Miami Heat are indicating that 2026 will serve as an assessment season, with the front office determining whether Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo are capable of guiding a championship contender.
If the Heat suddenly decide that the Herro-Adebayo tandem is incapable of competing for a championship, team president Pat Riley could immediately begin a rebuild. It’s worth noting that without the controversy Jimmy Butler caused last season, Riley and company are far more inclined to give the combo a fair chance.
A surprising social media trade concept has the Heat sending Adebayo to the Golden State Warriors, where he will rejoin with Jimmy Butler. Miami would acquire Jonathan Kuminga (sign-and-trade for a three-year, $74.5 million contract), Buddy Hield, Moses Moody, a 2027 first-round selection (lottery protected), and a 2031 second-round pick.
It’s clear what both parties’ motivations would be in this situation, yet neither makes sense right now.
The Warriors are likely looking to test if Stephen Curry, Butler, and Draymond Green can make an impact in the stacked Western Conference without chasing another All-Star.
Alternatively, the Heat are in no hurry to release Adebayo, especially since he has three guaranteed seasons left on his contract.
This is because he signed a $166 million contract extension with the team last summer.
If the Warriors and Heat are floundering by next February, this trade may become much more realistic. As of now, it is only a dream concept with no real sense for any team.
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