Ryan Conwell already looks like the Heat’s next second-round draft steal

The Miami Heat may have hit on a second-round pick again with how Ryan Conwell has looked in preseason action.

By Michael Saenz · All U Can Heat

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 1:40 PM

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Writer Michael Saenz believes rookie Ryan Conwell looks like the Miami Heat's next second-round draft steal.
Conwell recorded 22 points, nine assists, five rebounds, and zero turnovers in Miami's third preseason game.
Head coach Erik Spoelstra noted that Conwell has experienced natural ups and downs over recent weeks.

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Michael Saenz of All U Can Heat argues that rookie Ryan Conwell is demonstrating potential to become Miami's next second-round draft steal. Selected in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, the combo guard impressed during Miami's third preseason game by recording 22 points, nine assists, five rebounds, and zero turnovers across 32 minutes of play.

While head coach Erik Spoelstra noted the rookie has experienced expected ups and downs over recent weeks, Saenz suggests Conwell's playmaking and ball security could earn him rotation minutes early in the season, particularly with Dru Smith recovering from an injury.

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Ryan Conwell already looks like the Heat’s next second-round draft steal

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