Dan LeBatard Sparks Hopes of Miami Heat “Super Team” With Anthony Edwards

Could the Olympics again be the genesis for a “Super Team” in Miami? The streets are talking.

In a recent episode of the Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz, host LeBatard fired up the speculation machine with a possibility that has Miami Heat fans thirsty.

In the episode, LeBatard suggested Heat fans should keep an eye on Minnesota Timberwolves standout Anthony Edwards as the Timberwolves’ ownership dispute plays out. With Glen Taylor potentially holding onto the team after arbitration — in which the opposing party is retired MLB star and South Florida resident Alex Rodriguez — the proceedings could lead to significant changes within the organization, which might eventually land Edwards in Miami.

Boing! That’s the sound of Heat fans’ pants doing the happy dance if you know what I mean

LeBatard Bomb

LeBatard posed a series of hypotheticals: If the Timberwolves lost team president Tim Connelly, that could potentially trigger a domino effect, leading to Edwards considering a trade request. And if that were to happen, would Edwards request a move to the Miami Heat?

The speculation gains traction when considering Edwards is presently representing Team USA in the Paris Olympics. One of his teammates is Heat star Bam Adebayo, and he is being guided by Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra, who serves as an assistant coach for the Olympic squad.

Veteran Miami Heat fans with keen minds will remember that one of the first inklings that a LeBron-Wade-Bosh “Big 3” team could become a reality dates back to when the trio formed a good relationship with one another while playing for Team USA. And you know what they say about history: it repeats itself.

While with Team USA at the Summer Olympics, Edwards has been vocal about his admiration for Spoelstra, stating, “I see what they mean when they say ‘Heat Culture.’

At just 23 years old, Edwards is coming off his best season, in which he averaged 25.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.1 assists while leading the Timberwolves to the Western Conference Finals. He also recently signed a five-year extension with the Timberwolves that keeps him under contract until 2029.

Even if Edwards were to demand a trade, the price tag to acquire him could likely cost the Miami Heat everything they have to offer (maybe even their mascot in Burnie).

The former No. 1 overall pick is widely regarded as a top-five NBA player with a competitive edge that has drawn comparisons to Michael Jordan. Edwards’ game is most often likened to that of former Miami Heat legend and Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade.