League insiders have increasingly handicapped the Miami Heat as a destination Giannis Antetokounmpo might be willing to consider if the Milwaukee Bucks explore a trade, with reporting outlining a hypothetical package centered on Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. and supplemented by draft assets and salary ballast.
The speculation, detailed by The Athletic’s Sam Amick, underscores Miami’s ability to construct a competitive offer.
The Heat remain one of the league’s most aggressive franchises in pursuing stars, with Pat Riley’s front office consistently linked to blockbuster moves. Even after Butler’s departure to Golden State in February 2025, Miami still has a foundation built around Bam Adebayo and a collection of promising young talent. That combination, paired with the franchise’s history of attracting elite players, keeps the Heat in the conversation whenever a superstar’s future is uncertain.
A package that could include All-Star guard Tyler Herro, big man Kel’el Ware, and versatile forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., alongside multiple first-round picks and swaps could be a potential trade package. Salary filler such as Terry Rozier has been mentioned as a way to balance the numbers, subject to league rules. While speculative, the framework illustrates Miami’s capacity to meet Milwaukee’s asking price with both immediate contributors and long-term assets.
If Miami were to land Antetokounmpo, the franchise would instantly re-enter championship contention, pairing him with Adebayo in one of the league’s best frontcourts.
