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Trade Breakdown: Clippers, Jazz, and Heat Strike Three-Team Deal

The NBA offseason trade market has come alive again as the Los Angeles Clippers, Utah Jazz, and Miami Heat agreed to a three-team trade that shuffles key veterans across the league, sources told ESPN.

According to reports, the deal sends:

Norman Powell from the Clippers to the Miami Heat

John Collins from the Jazz to the Clippers

Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson, and a 2027 Clippers second-round pick to the Jazz

Trade Details

Miami Heat Receive: Norman Powell

The Heat bolster their wing rotation by adding the explosive scorer Norman Powell. Powell, 31, averaged 13.9 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game in 2024–25 for the Clippers while shooting 39% from three. His ability to space the floor, attack closeouts, and defend guards gives Miami an experienced and versatile option alongside Tyler Herro.

Powell gives the Heat another shot-creator and strong scoring punch as they continue to reshape the roster around their younger core.

Los Angeles Clippers Receive: John Collins

The Clippers add frontcourt athleticism by acquiring John Collins. The 26-year-old forward put up 11.2 points and 6.7 rebounds in his first season with the Jazz, starting 58 games. While Collins struggled to recapture his Atlanta form, his pick-and-roll finishing and rebounding are still useful, and a fresh start in L.A. alongside Kawhi Leonard could unlock his potential.

With the departures of Powell and the likely reduced role for other bigs, Collins may carve out significant minutes at the four.

Utah Jazz Receive: Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson, and a 2027 Second-Round Pick

Utah continues to stockpile assets and veteran contracts while keeping long-term flexibility. Kevin Love, 36, and Kyle Anderson, 31, are both savvy vets who can help mentor Utah’s young core or be flipped at the deadline.

Love averaged 5.8 points and 4.1 rebounds in a reserve role for Miami, while Anderson contributed 4.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.3 assists with Miami last season. Both bring leadership, high IQ, and unselfish play.

The Jazz also acquire a 2027 second-round pick, maintaining their commitment to asset accumulation as they rebuild around their young players.

Quick Takeaways

• Miami gets an immediate contributor who can score and defend wings.
• L.A. takes a low-risk swing on a younger, athletic big who fills a positional need.
• Utah continues its patient rebuild while adding another draft asset.

Stay tuned for further analysis of how this move impacts each team’s rotations and fantasy basketball implications.