If and when the NBA season resumes, the future of the Heat roster will involved some major decisions with free agency approaching. One of the biggest decisions will be how Miami allocates its potential cap space as Goran Dragic, Derrick Jones Jr. and Jae Crowder are set to hit unrestricted free agency.
Crowder, who was acquired from the Grizzlies, hopes for a potential long-term union with the Heat beyond the current season, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald writes.
“I really want to make this my home,” Crowder said. “I feel comfortable here, feel comfortable with the whole organization top to bottom. If everything goes as we plan, I’m sure everybody would like to stay together and build off what we’re doing this year and go into next year with the same mind-set.”
Since being acquired, Crowder has been his usual productive self. In 13 games (one start), Crowder has averaged 11.9 PPG and 5.8 RPG while shooting 39.3% from three. Since 2017, Crowder has bounced around the league, suiting up for the Cavaliers, Jazz, Grizzlies and now Heat.
The 29-year-old would likely favor a long-term deal. Given the NBA suspension due to the coronavirus pandemic though, a lot remains uncertain. If the season resumes, the Heat’s success down the stretch and in the postseason could play a major role in what the roster looks like in 2021.
So does everyone
Right? Seems like a no-brainer.
This guy is extremely passionate no matter what team he’s playing for
It will come down to money, Heat want to keep cap space for 2021. A 3 year $12 – $15M total deal likely works for the Heat, but Crowder will likely want more than $4 – $5M a year.
he should find a good realtor, then
“I really want someone to pay me”
Crowder is not that good.