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What the Miami Heat can do with the mid-level exception
- The Heat may need more than one move beyond the mid-level exception to become contenders.
- Miami faces roster gutting risks if they pursue Giannis, impacting players like Tyler Herro and others.
- The mid-level exception can start at $15.04 million for the first season with four years of raises.
- Norman Powell is cited by Bobby Marks as a potential unrestricted free agent the Heat could target.
- Coby White could fit as a microwave scorer if Herro is part of a Giannis deal.
- Ayo Dosunmu is noted as a guard who flourished and could be a fit, though teams may be reluctant to part with him.
- Rui Hachimura is mentioned as an ideal spacer if the Heat land Giannis, depending on Lakers roster moves.
- Other options to watch if Hachimura isn't available include Tobias Harris and Luke Kennard.
- The article references a detailed ESPN breakdown by Bobby Marks on potential free agents.
- The piece frames the Heat’s pursuit as contingent on cap space availability and market competition.
- The article situates the Heat’s strategy within Five Reasons Sports Network context and Ethan J. Skolnick's reporting.
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