The Miami Heat acquired Norman Powell in a blockbuster three-team trade including the Los Angeles Clippers and Utah Jazz on Monday.
Heat Pull Off Blockbuster Trade For Elite Scorer on Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Miami Heat have made a major splash to bolster their roster this offseason, pulling off a blockbuster three-team trade on Monday, as reported by ESPN's Shams Charania.
In a deal involving the Los Angeles Clippers and Utah Jazz, the Heat have acquired elite scorer Norman Powell, sending veteran Kevin Love, versatile forward Kyle Anderson, and a 2027 second-round pick to Utah, while John Collins heads to Los Angeles.
This trade is a significant move that signals Pat Riley and the Heat's intent to reclaim their status as contenders in the Eastern Conference.
Powell, a sharpshooting guard from the Clippers, brings a dynamic offensive presence, having averaged 21.8 points per game in the 2024-25 season to go along with a stellar 48.4% field foal percentage.
His ability to knock down catch-and-shoot threes and attack the rim will complement the Heat's tenacious style of play and create new lineup possibilities alongside Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro.
The Heat's front office, known for their strategic acquisitions over the years, likely sees Powell as a key piece to elevate their playoff aspirations.
In return, the Jazz gain Love, a seasoned big man with a championship pedigree, and Anderson, a reliable role player, along with a future draft pick to aid their rebuilding efforts.
The Clippers, meanwhile, add Collins, a high-flying forward coming off a season in which he averaged 19.0 points and 8.2 rebounds and whose athleticism could pair well with James Harden's brilliant playmaking.
This trade, executed earlier in the offseason, underscores the Heat's aggressive approach as free agency starts to heat up.
Fans are buzzing with excitement, and the basketball world is eager to see how Powell fits into the Heat's sophisticated system.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
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