Miami Heat: 3 realistic free agent targets to help reach the next level in 2021

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Three realistic free-agent targets for the Miami Heat

Even after a trip to the NBA Finals in 2019-20, with how many of the other teams in the Eastern Conference have already upgraded its rosters, it will be imperative for the Miami Heat to take another step forward during the offseason heading into the 2020-21 season.

Miami doesn’t have a ton of salary cap space, but they have a bit of wiggle room heading into the free agency period. A few free agents have already been linked the Heat, but it all begins this weekend when players and their agents are able to speak to prospective teams (Friday) and then officially agree to new deals later this weekend (Sunday).

For the defending Eastern Conference champs, how will their offseason progress after selecting Precious Achiuwa with the 20th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft?

The Miami Heat’s free agents aside, we explore three realistic free-agent targets that could help this team take another step in their progression in 2021.