Tyler Herro, Miami Heat Extension Unlikely

The Heat and Tyler Herro are unlikely to agree to a contract extension soon, Brian Windhorst reports: "Tyler Herro is coming off an All-Star season and is definitely interested in extending with the Heat, but there haven't been substantive talks to his point and a deal is doubtful, sources say." Miami also views long-term extensions for Andrew Wiggins and Norman Powell as unlikely, though Powell might accept a short-term deal. That matters because Herro just had an All-Star year but is coming off a down playoff showing, has two years left on his deal and will miss the season start after foot surgery — all reasons Miami may press pause. Merlin sees a prudent franchise weighing injury risk, playoff performance and salary structure. Wiggins could shoulder more offense early, Powell can audition on a shorter contract, and Herro’s market value may rise or fall depending on his recovery and next playoff window.