Report: Heat expected to keep Andrew Wiggins heading into 2025-26
Briefly

The Miami Heat plans to retain Andrew Wiggins for the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season despite trade rumors involving the Los Angeles Lakers. The team aims to see how Wiggins fits into their current roster. Trade discussions have led to no enticing offers, with the Heat having previously requested players and picks from the Lakers in return for Wiggins. The player option worth $30 million has added complexity to his situation, as the Heat prioritizes cap space while Wiggins has dealt with injuries recently.
The expectation is the Heat will move forward with Andrew Wiggins on its roster for the start of next season. The Heat wants to see what this mix will look like.
Wiggins, 30, has been subject to plenty of trade rumors this offseason since he owns a $30 million player option next season, where they're prioritizing cap space.
Miami reportedly asked the Lakers for Rui Hachimura, Dalton Knecht and one first-round pick in exchange for Wiggins.
Per source, nothing presented to Heat on Wiggins has been enticing and plan is to keep him, barring something unforeseen.
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