As Dame is out for next season and the Bucks look to rebuild they might try to move his contract. With Giannis on the move it’s a logical next step. This trade can accompany any Giannis move.

Why the Bucks do this:

Acquiring expirings for Dame that can easily be moved or let expire in 2026 feels like the smart move. No picks to get off the Dame contract feels like a win at this point. And acquiring the Hornets’ 5th all time leading scorer could sell a few seats this year.

Why the Heat do this:

As a relatively young team giving up assets that weren’t providing value for them, the Heat can afford to wait for their longtime coveted star Damian Lillard. Low risk, high reward move for Miami because if it doesn’t work you can always trade him for Beal