Russell Westbrook could be on the move this NBA offseason. The experiment for the Houston Rockets was not successful and this could lead to a blockbuster trade. Could this be an opportunity for the Miami Heat to capitalize and pair Jimmy Butler with another star?
The Rockets have a new head coach in Stephen Silas for the 2020-21 season. He will implement his own style and that might not match that of Mike D’Antoni. James Harden needs to have the ball in his hands at all times and this did not work with Westbrook on the floor.
The Miami Heat are interested in adding another superstar alongside Jimmy Butler. They have been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo both in trade rumors and free agency come next year. If a deal becomes available, they could pair Westbrook with Jimmy Butler.
If the Heat were to find a way to add a star like Westbrook this NBA offseason, they could look to utilize that talent in a sign-and-trade the future to add a superstar. It would be a way to maximize the 2020-21 season without risking being left empty-handed.
This would be a blockbuster around the NBA. Here is what a potential trade could look like centered around Russell Westbrook between the Houston Rockets and Miami Heat.
