"Rather than continuing to chase a Giannis Antetokounmpo daydream that keeps going nowhere, the Heat could take care of this problem without even looking outside of the Southeast Division. While the Atlanta Hawks aren't necessarily ready to split from four-time All-Star Trae Young, they will not extend his contract before the start of its final guaranteed season, per Fred Katz and Joe Vardon of The Athletic."
"While the reporters noted Young's contract can be extended during the season, he has already seemingly expressed disappointment about the development. The Hawks want to see how their reshaped roster fits before committing to anything, but maybe Young doesn't appreciate his financial future being pushed to the back burner. If he's looking for a way out, Miami could check off a lot of boxes by giving him one."
"yes, I am aware that Young has some limitations as a player (namely, anything connected to defense). And, yes, I'm also aware that pairing him with a similarly limited Tyler Herro could leave Miami awfully exposed on the defensive end. I also don't think that matters as much as you might think. Especially if Herro isn't locked into the long-term plans, which he isn't at this point."
Miami Heat have repeatedly failed to acquire an NBA superstar and could solve roster needs by pursuing Trae Young from division rival Atlanta. The Hawks will not extend Young's contract before the final guaranteed season, and Young has shown disappointment about the delay. Atlanta wants to evaluate a reshaped roster before committing, creating an opening for a trade. Young would provide elite playmaking, scoring and a go-to option to fit Miami's up-tempo offense. Defensive limitations and a potential Herro-Young backcourt could expose Miami, but Herro is not locked into long-term plans and Young could address multiple offensive concerns.
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