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Fontecchio’s Return Fuels Heat’s Giannis Surge | Miami Heat News
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The Miami Heat just pulled off a blockbuster move by signing Giannis Antetokounmpo, instantly reigniting championship hopes — but they didn’t stop there. To complement the superstar, they brought back 30-year-old floor-spacer Simone Fontecchio on a one-year, $2.6M deal, who turned down better offers to stay. Fontecchio, who averaged 8.5 points and 3 rebounds in 16 minutes last season while shooting 37% from three, sees his role as perfect for Giannis’ game — a reliable shooter who can ease the big man’s burden. He’s confident in Spoelstra’s coaching and the frontcourt’s defensive potential, believing the team’s revamped offense will thrive with this new core.
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