Heat get under tax line, trade Haywood Highsmith to Nets for 2nd round pick
Briefly

Miami traded forward Haywood Highsmith to the Brooklyn Nets, allowing the Heat to get under the tax line and create roster flexibility. The trade includes a second-round pick to Brooklyn in 2032, with Miami receiving a conditional second-round pick in the next draft. Highsmith recently had knee surgery to fix a meniscus issue, with an expected return of 8-10 weeks, which may allow him to start the regular season. He averaged 6.5 points and 3.4 rebounds in 74 games last season for Miami.
Haywood Highsmith had knee surgery earlier this month to repair a meniscus issue, with a return timeline of 8-10 weeks, potentially available for the start of the regular season.
Miami traded Haywood Highsmith to the Brooklyn Nets to get under the tax line for the upcoming season and to create roster flexibility for the team.
Highsmith averaged 6.5 points and 3.4 rebounds in 74 games last season, reflecting his contributions to the team during his tenure.
The Heat also sent a second-round pick in 2032 to Brooklyn, while receiving a conditional second-round pick in the next draft in return.
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