The Miami Heat acquired guard Norman Powell from the Los Angeles Clippers in a surprising three-team trade, sacrificing fringe rotation players Kyle Anderson and Kevin Love. Powell, who had a career-best season and was second on the Clippers in scoring last year, expressed shock at the trade due to his previous discussions with team management. His contract, valued at $20.5 million and entering its final year, was considered expendable by the Clippers, who aimed to enhance their frontcourt by obtaining John Collins. Powell is known for his explosive shooting and multi-level scoring ability.
Powell averaged a career-high 21.8 points on 41.8 percent shooting from 3-point range, being one of the NBA's best 3-point shooters last season.
Powell's contract was deemed more expendable as he was entering the last year of his current deal at $20.5 million.
The Clippers felt the need to adjust their frontcourt spacing and depth by acquiring John Collins, with Powell's contract being the cleanest way to achieve this.
Powell is an explosive shooter who has had eight seasons shooting 39.0 percent or better from distance, and has been the second-most efficient long-range shooter over the last five seasons.
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