As the Miami Heat remain patient on a Damian Lillard trade, there appears to be drama going on elsewhere. Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is seeking a trade elsewhere and has been unhappy with the 76ers organization. With the Harden drama going on, it could not only impact the 76ers season, but also their future as well. It may only be a matter of time before 76ers’ superstar center Joel Embiid ask out of Philadelphia.
Miami Heat awaiting Joel Embiid Request?
Many teams would love to inquire about an Embiid trade. Currently, there’s already two teams that stand out. According to Vince Goodwill of Yahoo Sports, league sources say both the New York Knicks and Heat are among teams keeping an eye on a potential Embiid trade. Vincent also noted that league sources told a trade request could be made sooner than later.
“Everyone’s circling, waiting. The Knicks and Miami are keeping an eye on everything going on,” a league source told Yahoo Sports.
Vince Goodwill
What would the trade cost?
It’s no secret that Jimmy Butler and Embiid are close friends. And Miami has been pursuing a star partner for Butler as well. However, it would likely take Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro together in a package to make the 76ers seriously consider trading him there. Despite his offensive inconsistencies, Adebayo has been durable and has provided consistent elite defense while anchoring the Heat’s defense. During the Heat’s 2023 Finals against the Denver Nuggets, Adebayo was the Heat’s most consistent offensive player. Even though Embiid is very talented offensively, the one knock against him has been his injury history and underperformances in the playoffs.
As for now, the Heat pursuit for Lillard remains. Miami remains highly confident they can acquire the superstar point guard and is willing to wait on a trade.
