Overview

• Detroit acquired sharpshooter Duncan Robinson on a three-year, $48 million contract in exchange for Fontecchio
• Fontecchio is entering his final year under an $8.3 million contract and will be an unrestricted free agent next summer
• His role in Detroit under coach J. B. Bickerstaff last season was limited to spot minutes, prompting the move
• Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and assistant Chris Quinn value his shooting touch and international experience for a contending roster
• As the NBA’s only Italian player, he brings national representation to Miami and will compete for expanded playing time