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Lakers Reopen Andrew Wiggins Pursuit, but Heat’s Price Keeps Talks on Hold

Miami’s steep price has Los Angeles waiting for a softer market.

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots over Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on January 25, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 02: Rob Pelinka, Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on July 02, 2024 in El Segundo, California. The Lakers selected Bronny James and Dalton Knecht in the 2024 NBA Draft. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Keldon Johnson #3 of the San Antonio Spurs drives to the basket against Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic during the first half at Amway Center on November 05, 2021 in Orlando, Florida.
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Overview

  • Following Luka Dončić’s multi-year extension, multiple outlets report the Lakers are newly open to adding a two-way wing like Andrew Wiggins if the cost is palatable.
  • Bleacher Report detailed a three-team framework with the Nets that would route Wiggins to Los Angeles using salaries and a trade exception to navigate cap rules.
  • Miami Herald reporting says the Heat intend to keep Wiggins for now, and a podcast report cited an initial ask including Rui Hachimura, a first-round pick, Gabe Vincent and potentially Dalton Knecht.
  • The Lakers have limited draft capital available today and are taking a patient approach, monitoring December–January trade windows and the run-up to the February deadline.
  • Wiggins’ deal is a key factor in talks at $28.2 million this season with a $30.2 million player option for 2026-27, and shedding his salary could give Miami added luxury-tax flexibility.