The Miami Heat are expected to make a serious push for shooting guard Bradley Beal if his contract gets bought out by the Phoenix Suns.
Heat Expected to Be at ‘Front of the Line’ For Three-Time All-Star originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The NBA offseason is heating up, and the Miami Heat are poised to make a significant splash with a potential acquisition of Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal.
The Heat are expected to be “at the front of the line” to sign the three-time All-Star following a potential buyout with the Suns, as per NBA insider Brett Siegel.
This move could reshape the Eastern Conference landscape and bolster the Heat's roster as they aim to reclaim their competitive edge after a disappointing 37-45 season that ended with a playoff sweep by Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Beal has been a topic of speculation after a challenging tenure with the Suns. With two years and $110 million remaining on his contract, the Suns are reportedly negotiating a buyout to alleviate their salary cap constraints.
The 32-year-old guard, known for his scoring prowess—averaging 21.5 points per game over his 13-year career—could give up approximately $14 million to become an unrestricted free agent. This financial sacrifice opens the door for contending teams, with the Heat leading the charge.
The Heat's interest aligns with their strategy to enhance their core, featuring Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, especially after dealing away Jimmy Butler’s at the trade deadline back in February.
Beal’s addition could provide veteran leadership and offensive firepower, complementing the Heat’s gritty style.
As the buyout nears completion, the basketball world watches eagerly. For Beal, a fresh start in Miami could reignite his All-Star form, making this an intriguing storyline to follow as the 2025-26 season approaches.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
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