Overview

• Highsmith's new contract is fully guaranteed with no options.
• He averaged career highs in points, assists, steals, blocks, and shooting percentages last season.
• Highsmith had multiple offers but chose to stay with Miami, where he has played since 2021.
• The Heat now have 14 players under standard contracts, one below the NBA maximum.
• Highsmith's versatility strengthens the team's defensive lineup options.