"You'll just want to look quickly, though, as this perimeter pairing probably isn't built for the long haul. That's because Herro will soon become eligible for a contract extension (and perhaps some awfully uncomfortable negotiations), and Powell's deal is set to expire after this season. While there's a universe in which the Heat could pay both, that would effectively torpedo their long-term plans of pursuing a superstar."
"If the Heat can only afford one guard going forward, settling this debate won't be as simple as it might seem to some. On paper, it feels like Herro should be the odds-on favorite to stick around. He's younger (25 to 32), more productive (23.9 points and 5.5 assists to Powell's 21.8 and 2.1), and more ingrained with institutional knowledge, having spent the duration of his pro career in South Florida."
The Miami Heat's backcourt features Tyler Herro and Norman Powell, creating sleeper appeal for the 2025-26 season. Herro just made his All-Star debut while Powell delivered a career-best 21.8 points per game and arrived in Miami via a deeply discounted trade. Herro will be extension-eligible on October 1 and could command nearly $150 million over three years. Powell's contract expires after this season. Retaining both would strain long-term cap flexibility and hinder pursuit of a superstar. The Heat will likely have to choose between paying Herro or keeping Powell by next offseason.
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