Two New Guards On Trade Block Could Help Miami Heat

Joey Haverford argues that New Orleans Pelicans guards Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray could serve as potential trade targets for the struggling Miami Heat. After an 0-4 start to the season despite acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, Miami has faced noticeable backcourt issues with starters Davion Mitchell and Klay Thompson. Recent reporting from Shamit Dua indicates that both Poole and Murray may be available as the Pelicans evaluate their veteran roster.

The writer notes that absorbing either guard's salary of over $30 million annually would likely require Miami to trade Andrew Wiggins to match contracts. While Poole and Murray represent viable options, Haverford suggests the Heat might ultimately wait to pursue bigger potential targets such as Kyrie Irving, Ja Morant, or Jrue Holiday before the trade deadline.