NBA Draft 2024 Review: Miami Heat

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The playoff dreams of the Miami Heat were dashed after Jimmy Butler was injured during their play-in loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. The Heat were able to win their next play-in over the Chicago Bulls, but lost the series 4-1 to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference First Round.

However, the Heat should be back strong with everyone returning along with a first round pick in this year's NBA Draft.

Round 1, Pick 15: Kel'el Ware - C - Indiana. 7'0", 210 lbs (15.9 ppg, 9.9 rpg, 1.6 bpg, 42.5% 3-PT FG%).

Ware had one of the biggest turnarounds in college basketball last season after transferring to Indiana. He was able to effectively use his height inside on offense and on defense while improving his perimeter.

Overview: Ware should help immediately off of the bench for the Heat while he continues to add muscle to his frame. Having Ware at center will also allow for Bam Adebayo to play at power forward at times during games if Miami wants to switch things up.

Grade: B+.