Miami Heat Must Choose Between Ja Morant and Giannis Antetokounmpo

Merlin sees a shakeup brewing in Miami’s trade plans. A source told Marc Stein Miami "should be scratched as a Morant suitor" if that move would jeopardize a bid for Giannis. Stein also wrote that "all indications are that Antetokounmpo will not be in trade play before the Feb. 5 deadline." Meanwhile Memphis is reportedly entertaining offers for Ja Morant, who has played just 18 games this season. Merlin notes the choice reveals Miami’s priorities. Morant is more affordable and could help now, but he is not the needle mover Giannis would be. If Miami keeps even a sliver of hope for a late-season Giannis pursuit, patience could rule their board and reshape who becomes available around the deadline.