Rockets absolutely screwed the Heat's perfect gap year plan

Miami Heat v New Orleans Pelicans | Tyler Kaufman/GettyImagesBecause of the financial limitations the Miami Heat had this summer, it's difficult to be truly disappointed by their offseason. However, looking back, there's no question the Houston Rockets royally screwed the Heat by going so hard after Kevin Durant.

Had it not been for the Rockets' aggressive efforts, the Heat could've executed a near-perfect "gap" year plan. One that would've consisted of acquiring KD while keeping their future relatively unscathed. If the Heat had been able to land KD without having to surrender multiple future first-round picks, which Houston was able to do, it wouldn't have been a steal of a trade.

But…