News that disgruntled Cavaliers star Kyrie Irving listed the Heat among four preferred destinations in his recent trade request has raised Heat fans’ hopes about a possible trade for the All-Star guard.
And while the possibility certainly cannot be ruled out, the Heat does not have considerable optimism about being able to strike a deal, multiple league sources said.
One Eastern Conference official who spoke to the Heat said Miami considers itself something of a long shot.
Tim Reynolds, the reputable Associated Press Heat and NBA writer, said on Steve Shapiro’s Sports Xtra on WSVN-7 that he does not believe Miami is interested in acquiring Irving.