The Miami Heat have an intriguing trade prospect in Keâlel Ware. As the Heat are expected to make some notable roster changes, Ware is a player who is expected to be on the radar of some teams across the league.
For the time being, the Heat arenât known to be shopping Ware around. According to a report from the Miami Herald, the Heat âhave no intentionâ of moving Ware on his own.
But if a team like the Los Angeles Lakers made a call to Miami to inquire, the likely price has been revealed.
NBA Teams Get Trade Price On Miami Heat’s 22-Year-Old Riser
GettyMIAMI, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 21: Kel’el Ware #7 of the Miami Heat handles the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies during the first quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on February 21, 2026 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tomas Diniz Santos/Getty Images)
According to the Miami Herald, it would likely cost a first-round pick in order to take the 22-year-old out of Miami.
It seems thereâs been enough interest in Ware from around the league to drive the price up that high.
However, the Heat donât seem all that motivated in shopping Ware for obvious reasons. Since he holds first-round value, Ware could be an intriguing asset in a big move for a player like Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Kel’el Wareâs Miami Heat Run
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 20: Kel’el Ware #7 of the Miami Heat reacts after a three-point shot during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on February 20, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
In 2024, Ware was wrapping up his time at Indiana, playing in the NCAA. He had stints with the Hoosiers and Oregon.
At Oregon, Ware was a reserve who averaged 15.8 minutes off the bench. He produced 6.6 points per game, along with 4.1 rebounds per game.
When he made his way to Indiana, Wareâs playing time doubled as a starter. He produced averages of 15.9 points and 9.9 rebounds.
During the 2024 NBA Draft, the Heat selected Ware with the 15th overall pick.
As a rookie, Ware made 55.4% of his shots from the field, to average 9.3 points per game. He came down with 7.4 rebounds per game.
During the 2025-2026 NBA season, Ware appeared in 77 games. He started in just 34 of those matchups. Seeing the court for 22.1 minutes per game, Ware produced averages of 11. points per game, and came down with 9.0 rebounds per game.
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