Overview

• Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reported that Miami views Durant as a possibility if he reaches the open market next summer.
• The Rockets landed Durant in June after Miami declined to include young prospects Kel'el Ware and Nikola Jović in offers to Phoenix.
• Durant has one season remaining at roughly $54.7 million and is eligible for a two-year extension estimated around $118 million.
• League reporting indicates Houston intends to secure extensions for Durant and Tari Eason, a scenario that would likely keep Durant off the market.
• Analyses note Miami could create roughly $55 million in flexibility via expiring contracts for a short-term bid, a move that would push a win-now posture.