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Heat turn to free agency to build around Giannis Antetokounmpo

Miami shifts focus to free agency after the Giannis deal.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 291 min read
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What happened: Miami have moved their attention to free agency after landing Giannis Antetokounmpo. With the franchise's new centerpiece in place, the front office is working to round out the roster around him this offseason.

Why it matters: Acquiring Giannis resets Miami's timeline and immediately raises expectations for the upcoming 2026-27 season. How the front office reshapes the rotation around its new star in free agency will decide whether this roster can contend right away.

What to watch: Watch how Miami allocates its remaining cap space and open roster spots once free agency opens. The supporting moves around Giannis will set the team's ceiling for 2026-27.

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