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Multiple Players Tied To Miami Heat As Potential Mid-Level Replacement For Davion Mitchell

After trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer, the Miami Heat have taken a big step up in the Eastern Conference. While they still fall behind teams like the 76ers, Cavaliers, and Knicks in terms of pure firepower, counting them out…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 2:39 AM
Multiple Players Tied To Miami Heat As Potential Mid-Level Replacement For Davion Mitchell
Key Things to Know
  • Davion Mitchell has one year and $12.4 million remaining on his current Miami Heat contract.
  • Miami is waiting to evaluate Mitchell's fit alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo before committing to an extension.
  • The Heat could target free agents via the mid-level exception next summer if Mitchell departs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Miami Heat are evaluating their backcourt future following the acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo alongside Bam Adebayo. Current starting point guard Davion Mitchell enters the final year of his contract worth $12.4 million, leaving the franchise undecided on committing to a long-term extension before seeing how he performs this season.

According to the Miami Herald, Miami could pivot toward free agency using their mid-level exception next summer if Mitchell is not extended. Potential free agent targets reportedly include Damian Lillard, Zach LaVine, De'Andre Hunter, Donte DiVincenzo, and Lu Dort as possible backcourt additions.

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