"While the Miami Heat weren't able to walk away with a win in their first outing of the 2025-26 NBA season, they did collect some positives in the contest. Norman Powell looked every bit like the offseason steal we all knew he was. Davion Mitchell and Dru Smith combined for 17 assists and only two turnovers, perhaps forcing us to rethink this club's perceived playmaking problem."
"This type of trade feels plucked right out of Pat Riley's playbook for landing a distressed asset and unleashing a fortune-changing bounce-back. And with the Grizzlies already battling the injury bug, being more future-focused after the Desmond Bane blockbuster, and potentially having trouble keeping pace in the overloaded Western Conference, maybe Morant really is just a phone call away from the Heat."
Miami lost its season opener after surrendering an eight-point fourth-quarter lead, shooting 2-of-9 and committing three turnovers in the final five minutes. Norman Powell delivered strong scoring, and Davion Mitchell with Dru Smith combined for 17 assists and two turnovers, improving playmaking. The team lacks a reliable go-to closer and struggles in clutch situations, posting a minus-16.2 net rating last season. Tyler Herro's return won't necessarily solve late-game issues. The Memphis Grizzlies face injuries and a future-focused roster after the Desmond Bane trade, making Ja Morant a realistic trade target who could provide Miami with a definitive star.
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