Could Danilo Gallinari Emerge As The Premier Buyout Target For The Miami Heat?
The Miami Heat were silent at Thursday's trade deadline, which means the buyout market is their last opportunity to make improvements ahead of the postseason.
One name mentioned among the bunch is former Detroit Pistons forward Danilo Gallinari. He is averaging 7.3 points on 45.1 percent shooting in 32 games this year for the Washington Wizards and Pistons.
"The Pistons are waiving forward Danilo Gallinari, sources tell me and @JLEdwardsIII. Gallinari is expected to begin free-agent meetings on Friday," The Athletic's Shams Charania posted.
At 6-foot-10, Gallinari showcases the ability to knock down shots from the arc. He is shooting 35.5 percent this season. The 35-year-old veteran can mesh with a multitude of forwards and big men on the Heat's roster, including Bam Adebayo, Haywood Highsmith, and Jimmy Butler. Gallinari has played for seven teams in his 13 seasons, which has given him experience with a variety of coaches and teammates.
The Heat found success in last year's buyout market with veteran Kevin Love, who was bought out by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Love has been a solid role player for the team, averaging nine points and 6.2 rebounds on 43.3 percent shooting.
With Gallinari beginning to meet with teams, the Heat should take advantage of the opportunity to add a veteran forward to the rotation.
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