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Miami Heat: 3 potential trades with contending teams

By Simon Smith

MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 26: Tyler Johnson #8 of the Miami Heat and Goran Dragic #7 of the Miami Heat look on before the game against the Orlando Magic on December 26, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)
MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 26: Tyler Johnson #8 of the Miami Heat and Goran Dragic #7 of the Miami Heat look on before the game against the Orlando Magic on December 26, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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2. Milwaukee Bucks

Following an offseason in which they welcomed a new head coach, the Milwaukee Bucks are another team with a pressing need to address their point guard spot.

While incumbent starter Eric Bledsoe is still just 28 and fresh off another solid regular season, his postseason output left a lot to be desired. Thoroughly outplayed by Boston Celtics backup Terry Rozier, Bledsoe averaged just 13.6 points per game in the Bucks’ seven-game series loss to the Celtics.

With an offensive guru in Mike Budenholzer now patrolling the sidelines, Dragic’s ability to push the tempo and create open shots would be a terrific addition considering Budenholzer’s approach to the offensive end. Paired with Khris Middleton in the backcourt, and with All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo continuing his rise to superstardom, the Bucks would certainly be one hell of a team to watch.

The primary purpose of the deal for the Heat, which works out financially on the ESPN Trade Machine, is obtaining two quality players on expiring deals.

In addition to Bledsoe, the Heat also receive Malcolm Brogdon, who, in just his second season, split time starting and coming off the bench to average 13.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game with impressive .485/.385/.882 shooting splits. With the ability to play both the 1 and 2, Brogdon’s versatility would represent a welcome addition.

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