Let’s say, hypothetically, that Jovic keeps ascending and gets $15 million per year in restricted free agency in 2026. That would leave the Heat with about $28 million in space without factoring in a few cap holds and any draft picks this June or June of 2026.

Miami doesn't have the firepower to compete with the realistic championship contenders this season, as Herro is the only player on the team averaging more than 16.7 points per gam