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Miami Heat Acquire Norman Powell in Three-Team Deal with Clippers and Jazz

Sarah Johnson

In a shake-up ahead of the new NBA season, the Miami Heat have landed veteran guard Norman Powell in a three-team trade involving the Los Angeles Clippers and the Utah Jazz. Here’s what this deal means for each team and their roster strategies.

🔁 The Trade Breakdown

  • Miami Heat: Receive Norman Powell from the Clippers.

  • Los Angeles Clippers: Acquire forward John Collins from the Heat.

  • Utah Jazz: Get Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson, and a 2027 Clippers second-round pick.

🏀 Player Profiles & Impact

Norman Powell, 32

  • Delivered a career-high 21.8 PPG, along with 3.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.2 steals over 60 games last season.

  • Transitioned into a starter role with the Clippers after finishing top-five in Sixth Man of the Year voting twice.

  • Under contract for the 2025–26 season, earning over $20.4 million, before heading to free agency.

John Collins, 27

  • Averaged 19.0 PPG, 8.2 rebounds, plus 2.0 assists and solid defensive stats in 40 games, despite injury setbacks.

  • Signed through 2025–26 with a salary above $26.5 million.

Kevin Love, 36

  • Though limited to 23 games with the Heat averaging 5.3 points and 4.1 boards he remains a respected five-time All-Star.

  • His contract, at $4.15 million, covers the 2025–26 season.

Kyle Anderson, 31

  • Averaged 5.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 16.4 minutes from the bench with Heat and Warriors.

  • Contracted through 2026–27 under a three-year, $27 million deal.

🧩 Strategic Insights

  • Heat Boost Their Bench & Wing Depth: Powell adds scoring, athleticism, and playoff experience a versatile asset for Miami’s rotation.

  • Clippers Gain Frontcourt Strength: Collins brings a scoring-rebounding combo to L.A., potentially filling a power forward role.

  • Jazz Go Youthful & Long-Term: Utah taps into veteran depth and secures a future pick, supporting both short- and long-term flexibility.

  • Contract Considerations: Powell and Collins bring near-term production, while Love and Anderson bring savvy veteran presence for the Jazz.

Key Takeaways

  • The Heat gain a dynamic scorer to enhance wing depth.

  • Clippers shore up their frontcourt with Collins.

  • Jazz add veteran support and a future asset.

  • Each team balances present needs with salary cap strategy.

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