Should the Miami Heat pursue John Collin? What could a potential trade package for the talented big man look like?
The Miami Heat generally finds itself in the game for nearly every big-name player that ends up on the trade block. It’s their nature and the way president Pat Riley has consistently operated during his tenure with the franchise.
While Miami has been rumored to be interested in the likes of Bradley Beal and James Harden before they were outpriced, one potential dark horse option for any team looking to make a big splash at the NBA Trade Deadline is John Collins.
Even though the Atlanta Hawks aren’t outright shopping him, they are reportedly listening to offers and taking calls on him. Whether that leads to the team ultimately trading him at the deadline remains to be seen, but opens the door, at least, for the possibility.
Assuming that Beal is not on the block, should the Heat shift its focus to a player like Collins? If so, what could a potential deal look like? Before it all, let’s explore why the Hawks would even trade him and why it’s a risk for any team interested, including the Heat.