"As the new calendar year arrives, there are two bold predictions for the Miami Heat that could have the rest of the NBA fearing for the future. Kevin O'Connor predicts that the Heat will be a top destination for a star again, and CBS Sports' Sam Quinn takes it a step further, predicting that the Heat will trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2026."
"As great as it would be for Miami to land a star player to help push this team forward in-season, that likelihood is becoming less and less likely. The recent reporting surrounding Giannis suggests that the Milwaukee Bucks aren't likely to consider trading him until he pushes them to. And insiders are starting to believe that may not happen until the offseason at the earliest."
"Interestingly enough, the Bucks' waiting to shop Giannis until the summer could in fact help the Heat's chances. Miami will have a full slate of draft picks to trade during the summer, and would only theoretically have two if Giannis pushed for a trade before the trade deadline. That doesn't mean the Heat wouldn't have a chance to trade for Giannis at the deadline"
Two bold predictions place the Miami Heat as a likely future landing spot for a superstar, including a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2026. The Heat have been pursuing a franchise-changing player for several seasons but have repeatedly fallen short. A major acquisition now appears more likely in the offseason than during the regular season. The Milwaukee Bucks are unlikely to consider trading Giannis unless he pushes for it, which could delay market movement until summer. Waiting until the offseason could improve Miami's trade flexibility by preserving a full slate of draft picks to offer in a deal.
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