"No one appreciates (or finds value) underrated players like the Miami Heat. As Max Kellerman points out, it's one of the truths that the Heat have quickly realized with Norman Powell that the LA Clippers, for one reason or another, didn't want to believe. It's that Powell was an important part of LA's culture, and they failed to realize that, gifting him to the Heat, who are now reaping those same benefits."
"On the other hand, the Heat jumped at the opportunity to land Powell, essentially for free. And that's something the Heat have thrived at, sometimes even to a fault. Miami doesn't like to give away talent; the Clippers so easily did. Miami saw an opportunity with Powell, one that perhaps few others did, and they're now excelling with him on the roster."
Norman Powell's departure from the LA Clippers and arrival in Miami has visibly shifted both teams' dynamics. The Clippers traded Powell away while pursuing John Collins and Bradley Beal, and that swap has weakened their roster cohesion. The Heat acquired Powell cheaply and have seen improved chemistry and performance. Miami consistently finds and develops undervalued players from second-round picks and undrafted signings, turning them into reliable contributors. The Heat's development track includes Caleb Martin, Duncan Robinson, Max Strus, Hassan Whiteside, Pelle Larsson, Dru Smith, and now Powell. Powell's presence appears to be a significant variable affecting both teams' fortunes.
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