👀 REPORT: DeMar DeRozan Linked to Heat in Potential..

If you thought the Miami Heat were done making noise… think again.

According to NBA insider Brett Siegel, DeMar DeRozan is being viewed by other teams as a realistic target for Pat Riley and the Miami Heat this offseason.

The 6x All-Star might just be the next veteran name added to South Beach’s ever-revolving win-now machine.

🧊 The Heat Culture Fit? Scary.

Let’s cut through the speculation — DeRozan to Miami makes sense. Too much sense, honestly.

Here’s why:

💼 Veteran Presence: DeRozan’s leadership and playoff poise match Heat Culture to the core.

🧠 Half-Court Offense Upgrade: Miami struggled to generate consistent offense outside of Jimmy Butler. DeRozan thrives in that mid-range zone.

🔁 Versatility: Can play the 2, 3, or even small-ball 4. Perfect for Spoelstra’s system.

In a league going younger and faster, Riley is always zigging when others zag. DeRozan may not be flashy from three, but his efficiency, IQ, and clutch shot creation could be exactly what the Heat need.

👔 Pat Riley’s Next Big Move?

Let’s not forget — this is Pat Riley we’re talking about.

This is the same executive who turned:

A fringe Jimmy Butler trade into a Finals run

A team full of undrafted players into contenders

Grit and grind into relevance every single year

Adding DeRozan? That’s not just a “fit” move — it’s a win-now message to the rest of the East.

🤑 What Would a Deal Look Like?

Here’s the interesting part: DeRozan is a free agent. That opens the door for either:

A sign-and-trade with the Bulls

A direct signing if Miami clears the right cap space

Names like Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson, or even Kyle Lowry (via cap maneuvering) could be involved depending on the route.

Keep in mind, the Heat nearly pulled off moves for Lillard and Beal last year. Don’t expect them to sit idle this summer.