Heat trading Thomas Bryant to Pacers. What it means for rest of roster and potentially Dru Smith
Briefly

The Miami Heat's recent trade of Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers opens up a vital roster spot and decreases their luxury tax by $4.7 million.
The deal allows the Heat to go from $1.6 million away to $3.7 million from the second apron, all while maintaining their luxury tax status.
With an empty roster spot now available, the Heat must fill it within two weeks or face a fine for not meeting the NBA roster requirements.
Dru Smith is poised to be promoted to a standard contract soon, having demonstrated his value with consistent performance and increased playing time.
Read at Miami Herald
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