Josh Richardson Reportedly Set To Have A Reunion With Miami Heat

The Miami Heat once traded Josh Richardson in their package for Jimmy Butler.

Now, the two are expected to become teammates.

The Heat reportedly acquired Richardson on a two-year deal according to The Athletics. Richardson was a second-round pick by the Heat in 2015 before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers as part of the Butler deal in 2019.

Free agent Josh Richardson has agreed on a two-year deal with the Miami Heat, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Richardson returns to the franchise that drafted him in 2015.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 1, 2023

Richardson was once considered part the cornerstone of the Heat organization during the 2018-19 season. They made him the go-to guy as part of their transitioning from Dwyane Wade as the franchise player. While Richardson was solid in his role as the No. 1 option, the Heat felt they needed more. After his one season in the leading role, the Heat decided to trade for Butler that offseason.

So far, the move has paid off. With Butler, the Heat have made two NBA Finals since 2020. Richardson is expected to serve a complementary role in his return to Miami.

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