Miami Heat Receive: Kevin Love, 2022 2nd Round Pick (via WAS)

Cleveland Cavaliers Receive: Andre Igoudala, Kelly Olynyk, Kendrick Nunn

The Miami Heat would not have to ask for much more than Kevin Love and a second-round pick as a sweetener. This would be enough to strengthen their lineup right away this NBA season. They have plenty of trade options to send a rebuilding Cleveland Cavaliers squad.

Andre Igoudala and Kelly Olynyk are two veteran players who would be short-term options for the Cavaliers. They are on short contracts and would be able to walk in free agency. Kendrick Nunn would continue the rebuild in the backcourt.

This is a deal that wouldn’t take place until Kevin Love is back in the lineup with a 3-4 week timeline for a calf injury. His absence has showcased the importance he has to the Cavaliers’ success and the Heat would be sending fair compensation as a result.

Let’s take a closer look and see how this deal centered around Kevin Love would benefit both the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat.