Miami Heat Draft Notes from Media Session Day 2

Today’s media session with NBA draft prospects included more players in the Miami Heat’s range.

The name that surrounded the Miami Heat the most was Precious Achiuwa, since he mentioned that he worked out with them.

Precious Achiuwa says he worked out for the Miami Heat@5ReasonsSports @Alf954

— Brady Hawk (@BradyHawk305) November 12, 2020

Precious definitely is a very intriguing prospect for Miami, but I’m not so sure he will still be on the board by pick 20.

And although I think he will be a very solid NBA player, I just don’t believe he’s the best fit for the Heat. A power forward should not be the route Miami will lean towards, since a true center will be more enticing. But obviously they know he’s talented since they worked him out, so we will see what happens.

Theo Maledon, Tyrese Maxey, and Devin Vassell did not work out with the Miami Heat. Vassell should be a lottery pick, so that makes sense, but it was interesting to hear that Theo or Tyrese didn’t. Tyrese only worked out with one NBA team thus far, which was the New Orleans Pelicans. And I’ve discussed that Theo won’t be a player Miami would go after since he’s more of a project than an immediate fit.

Jalen Smith and Patrick Williams are two guys that have been discussed as possibilities as well, but neither would disclose the teams that they worked out for.

“A lot of people can make a standstill three but not a lot of people can move off a three.”

-Maryland big man Jalen Smith @5ReasonsSports pic.twitter.com/g47goTDAsG

— alex (@tropicalblanket) November 12, 2020

Jalen Smith talked about his intriguing shooting abilities, which includes more than just the standstill jump shot.

Patrick Williams talks about his main goal in the NBA, "I'm not coming in looking for any accolades or winning rookie of the year. I just want to contribute."

And Miami Heat quote of the day goes to Patrick Williams@5ReasonsSports

— Brady Hawk (@BradyHawk305) November 12, 2020

Patrick Williams gave a very Miami Heat type quote, when he mentioned he wants to help a team more than achieving personal accolades. He also said that his biggest strength is his versatility, and mentioned “I think you saw it a lot with the Miami Heat in the finals since they played with all guards.”

All of these guys will be considered if they’re still on the board at 20, even if they didn’t workout with Miami. And we will see which route Miami ultimately elects to go.