The Miami Heat suffered a 116-95 loss to the New York Knicks, marking their eighth consecutive defeat, the longest losing streak under coach Erik Spoelstra. Despite some close games during this stretch, the Heat have struggled, particularly after trading Jimmy Butler. Currently in 10th place in the Eastern Conference, they are still likely to make the Play-In Tournament. However, their draft pick situation adds complexity, with potential consequences depending on their performance in the postseason. The Heat face the dilemma of tanking for a better draft pick or pushing for a playoff spot to retain control over their future picks.
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Damian Lillard has signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, which includes a player option for the 2027-28 season and a no-trade clause, while he recovers from a torn Achilles that will sideline him for the 2025-26 season. After requesting a trade, Lillard was moved to the Milwaukee Bucks, who utilized the waive-and-stretch provision on his contract, allowing him to potentially reunite with the Blazers in the future. Need More Context? 🔎
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