Miami Heat Expected to Explore Buy Out Options For Veteran Terry Rozier

Terry Rozier came to the Miami Heat to increase their chances of competing for an NBA Championship, but unfortunately for both parties, it simply hasn't worked out that way. The 31-year old has averaged a solid 13 points in two seasons with the Heat, but in that time, he's lacked efficiency and the impact that the franchise was clearly hoping for.

Now, reports have emerged this off-season that the team are trying to trade the veteran guard, but to this point, there haven't been any takers. If that lack of interest continues, the Heat are reportedly willing to pursue other options, including buying out the final year of his contract, according to Jake Fischer.

“Sources say Miami still hopes to part with veteran guard Terry Rozier even though there is said to be scant trade interest in the 31-year-old. Rozier is scheduled to make $26.6 million this season and the Heat are said to have some interest in buying him out. To be clear, though, no buyout appears imminent.”

While Rozier can still be a solid contributor, averaging 11, 3 and 3 a season ago in Miami, the efficiency is an issue, as he shot just 30% from three in 2024/25 on 5 shots per game. Ultimately, this is the final year of a four-year deal that pays him $26 million this season, so if the Heat can't find a trade partner for the veteran point guard, it's more likely than not that they'll look to buy him out for the final year of his deal.