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Heat Target DeRozan for Roster Boost Before Trade Deadline

8/3/2025

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Pat Riley of the Miami Heat is on a mission to strengthen his roster, eyeing DeMar DeRozan as a potential trade target before the February 2026 deadline. Currently with the Sacramento Kings, DeRozan's scoring prowess and leadership could be a game-changer, especially as he seeks a stable environment nearing his 36th birthday.

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Story summary

Pat Riley of the Miami Heat is on a mission to strengthen his roster, eyeing DeMar DeRozan as a potential trade target before the February 2026 deadline. Currently with the Sacramento Kings, DeRozan's scoring prowess and leadership could be a game-changer, especially as he seeks a stable environment nearing his 36th birthday.