Heat predicted to draft UConn star who should have 'bigger role' in 2027
Miami should use its first-round pick on a shooter.
The Miami Heat are planning to draft a University of Connecticut guard in the upcoming NBA Draft, according to projections. The 20-year-old guard, Braylon Mullins, should have a bigger role in 2027, as per Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman. Mullins, who averaged 12.0 points per game during the 2025-26 season and had a memorable shot in the NCAA tournament, is projected to be a top pick.
Miami already has Bobby Portis Jr., who is shooting 40% from beyond the arc, along with Klay Thompson and Tim Hardaway Jr. as potential three-point shooters. However, they should aim to create a roster that can make them a contender for multiple years, given their recent 2-5 start.
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