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Andrew Wiggins just signed a savvy, multi-year deal with the Heat that’s all about future flexibility—not just cash flow. By opting into his current contract and agreeing to a player-option-heavy structure for 2027-28 and beyond, Miami locks in Wiggins while strategically positioning itself to avoid the luxury tax and maximize free agency leverage. With ten players already on the books, the Heat can use their mid-level exception and minimum deals to fill out the roster without hitting the 14-player limit. The real win? Next summer, they’ll be under the tax line, giving them full access to exceptions and trade flexibility. It’s a bold, long-term play that prioritizes future freedom over immediate spending power.

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