The Miami Heat have become the popular destination among NBA free agents as of late, ever since LeBron James elected to take his talents to South Beach before the 2011 season.
The latest group of veterans that may have their eyes set on joining the Heat next season include Phoenix Suns point guard Steve Nash and Dallas Mavericks swingman Jason Terry.
Nash said on the Dan Patrick Show that he would be willing to listen to Miami next season. Meanwhile, Terry had something similar to say when he spoke to Fox Sports Florida about signing with the Heat next season.
"Miami is definitely a title contender. For sure," Terry told FOX Sports Florida. "(Team president) Pat Riley is a great guy and what he's done with the organization is tremendous.
"No question, they need a veteran shooter, a guy who can score besides LeBron (James) and (Dwyane Wade), and they know they can count on. I'm a guy that's been in this league 13 years, (averaging) 15 points a night, easy. Off the bench or the starting lineup, it doesn't matter. So I think I'd be an asset to them."
It looks like the Heat could have some free agents knocking on their door next season, but who would actually be the better fit?
With Nash, both LeBron James and Dwyane Wade would be required to make adjustments. They are both guys who are most effective with the ball in their hands. With Nash running the show, that wouldn't be the case for the majority of the time.
There would be a ton of questions if the team were to bring in Nash, most notably as to whether the Heat have enough perimeter shooting to make it work.
That's debatable.
Terry, on the other hand, would be a great fit.
As he mentioned, he's a scorer, who could make Miami even more dangerous.
He doesn't have a huge ego and can tackle any role, whether it be starting or coming off the bench. He can extend defenses with the best of them and he's a guy who knows what it takes to win a championship.
The Heat have good depth right now, but it can't hurt to take a look at a guy like Terry. He would be a good fit in South Beach if Pat Riley could find a way to make it financially possible.
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