ESPN says the quiet part out loud in predicting Heat's most likely trade chip

"With less than a month before the February 5 NBA Trade Deadline, Rozier's expiring contract could emerge as a big asset for the Heat in trade discussions, especially as the Ja Morant whispers continue to grow. It's not a forgone conclusion that the Heat are going to trade Rozier before the trade deadline, but it's a pretty good bet that if Miami makes any type of move, it's almost certainly going to include the troubled guard."

"Even though Morant is currently on the trade block and seemingly attainable for the Heat, there's a sense that they may continue to play the waiting game. Pipe dream No. 1 for the Heat remains to be Giannis. Despite the reported interest in Morant, I can't envision Miami burning any assets that they would seemingly need to build a Giannis trade package on Morant."

"At roughly the midway point of the season, the Heat are 21-19 and sitting in a familiar spot - they're currently a Play-In Tournament team in the Eastern Conference. Breaking out of this position is certainly within reach for the team during the second half of the year, but they'll certainly have to show much more consistency than they have of late."

ESPN predicts Terry Rozier is the most likely Miami Heat player to be moved before the February 5 NBA Trade Deadline due to his expiring contract. Rozier's contract could serve as a trade asset as trade discussions intensify amid continued Ja Morant rumors. The Heat maintain interest in high-end targets such as Morant and Giannis Antetokounmpo but may play a waiting game to avoid sacrificing assets needed for a Giannis package. If Miami makes a significant deadline move, Rozier's expiring deal would be central. The Heat are 21-19 and occupy a Play-In spot, requiring greater consistency.

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