The Heat saw what they needed from rookie Kasparas Jakucionis, but his NBA readiness, particularly ball security, is still a major concern.

Gardner, who is from Detroit, has yet to play in an NBA game. In fact, this two-way contract with the Heat marks the closest that Gardener has been to playing in the NBA, as this is the first two-way or standard NBA deal that he has signed during his career.

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Gardner's deal is for two seasons. After spending two years with Orlando's G League affiliate, Gardner was a standout for Miami in the Summer League with averages of 13.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 2.8 steals. He figures to spend the bulk of his time with the Sioux Falls Skyforce in the G League.

Free agent guard/forward Myron Gardner has agreed to sign a two-way contract with the Heat, agent Jake Cohen tells NBA insider Chris Haynes.

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Heat Eyeing Warriors’ NBA Champion Defensive Guard After Marcus Smart-Lakers News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Heat have continued to strike out on key free agents throughout the 2025 NBA offseason.