The Miami Heat's clearest path toward acquiring a superstar player is not Giannis Antetokounmpo; it's Kawhi Leonard. While all the attention this week has surrounded the potential all-out bidding war for Giannis, it's Kawhi that presents the most likely path for the Heat to significantly upgrade their roster ahead of the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline.
Is there a chance that Giannis is traded between now and the trade deadline? Sure. Is there a chance that the Heat are on Giannis's list of preferred landing spots? Absolutely. But what are the real odds that the Heat will have the best offer on the table when push comes to shove - whether that's before the trade deadline or during the offseason?