Tyler Herro injury just gave the Heat a ton of leverage

"Herro's injury is not considered ultra-serious in the grand scheme of things. He should be back in the rotation before the end of November. Thanks to their heist of a Norman Powell trade, the Heat should have just enough remaining offensive firepower to tread water in Herro's absence, and then get a better sense of who they are upon his return."

"Beginning October 1, Herro is eligible to sign a three-year, $150 million extension. The case for him to take less is not merely based on his injury providing a glimpse into the fragility of NBA careers. It is also ingrained into Miami's own pursuit of another star. For all the talk about the Heat potentially chiseling out over $90 million in cap space during the 2027 offseason, they have quietly telegraphed that their next big-time acquisition will come via trade."

Tyler Herro recently underwent left ankle surgery and is unlikely to reach a contract extension with the Miami Heat. The injury is not considered ultra-serious and he is expected to return to the rotation before the end of November. Miami acquired Norman Powell to mitigate offensive losses during Herro's absence and should evaluate team composition upon his return. Herro becomes eligible October 1 for a three-year, $150 million extension, but injury concerns and the franchise's pursuit of another star via trade could push him toward accepting less. Declining free-agent movement and positional doubts may reduce his suitors in 2027.

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