Warriors Seek Andrew Wiggins Return As Heat Eyes Giannis Antetokounmpo

Merlin sees Golden State has held talks with Miami about sending Jonathan Kuminga for former Warrior Andrew Wiggins. Jake Fischer says the teams "have indeed engaged in discussions." But Shams Charania reported Giannis is "ready for a new home ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline," and Miami could prefer to use Wiggins' $28.2 million to help land a superstar like Antetokounmpo. Milwaukee has long eyed Wiggins as a complementary piece. With the Feb. 5 deadline looming, Golden State’s window to find Kuminga a trade narrows. Merlin senses Miami chasing a bigger star would make a Wiggins reunion unlikely, forcing the Warriors to pivot to other options. Expect late deadline maneuvering as teams package salaries and chase headline talent.