Anthony Chiang on Heat–Giannis Rumors & Offseason Plans

Miami Herald Heat reporter Anthony Chiang joins the show to break down the latest buzz surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat’s long-standing pursuit of the superstar. He discusses how Miami has been linked to Giannis for years and why some around the league believe the Heat could be one of his preferred landing spots, even though nothing has been confirmed about his long-term intentions. With Giannis only having one year left on his deal, Chiang explains the major risk for any team trading for him without a guarantee he’ll commit beyond a short-term window. The conversation also turns to Tyler Herro, who has sparked more speculation after unfollowing the Heat on social media, though Chiang notes he’s no stranger to offseason trade rumors. From there, they explore Miami’s backup plans if a Giannis deal doesn’t materialize, including the possibility of running back a similar roster while prioritizing future cap flexibility for 2027.