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Miami shot 62% from the field on Saturday, with Jaquez leading the way. As a rookie, he was one of the best first-year players in the NBA last season, and the expectation is that he’ll be even better in Year 2. Jaquez began this month with the United States select team as they helped prepare the team headed to Paris for the Olympics, and he isn’t going to play much in Vegas. The plan is for Jaquez to play two games with the Heat, and it’s fair to wonder if the team will change those plans after his stellar showing against the Celtics.

A few days after being waived by the Lakers, Milton is headed to Europe for the next phase of his career. He has agreed to a deal with Partizan Belgrade, which won the ABA and Serbian league championships this past season. Among the other former NBA players on the roster are Jabari Parker, Frank Ntilikina and Isaac Bonga.

The report also included the Kings and Suns as potential sign-and-trade options for Kuminga, which means he could remain in the Pacific Division no matter what. Kuminga will be the first domino to fall for Golden State, whenever that happens, and they will look to add other free agents after they figure out whether or not Kuminga is staying.

Walker started last season in EuroLeague before signing with the 76ers in February. Now, he’ll return to be one of the highest-paid players in Europe. He reportedly has an NBA buyout clause until August 1, so there is still a small chance that he signs to remain in the NBA for next season. However, it is far more likely that he spends at least next season in Europe.

Indiana drafted Peter with the 54th pick out of Liberty, and he averaged 9.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and one triple per game during summer league. He’ll likely spend most of next season in the G League, though they could give him a large role late in the year if things get out of hand with Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) likely out for the year.

Jones was acquired via trade by the Thunder and subsequently waived last month. The 23-year-old shooting guard averaged 8.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals in 15 games for the Wizards last year. While the Pistons are a playoff team with a deep rotation, Jones will serve as valuable depth in Detroit.

Butler saw significant minutes for the first time in his career in 28 games with the Sixers last year. The 24-year-old shooting guard averaged 11.5 points per game, 4.9 assists per game and 1.1 steals per game with the Sixers last year. Butler could earn minutes once again on a rebuilding Suns team this year.

Goodwin appeared in 29 games including five starts for the Lakers last year. The 26-year-old point guard was waived days ago as the Lakers cleared space for Marcus Smart. Now he’s on his way back to the Suns, where he spent part of the 2023-24 season. Goodwin can provide some defense for the Suns as he’s averaged 1.2 steals per game over his last 46 games.

Reeves was waived by the Pelicans on July 3 but still suited up for them during summer league. New Orleans drafted him in the second round in 2024, and now he’ll get a fresh start with the Hornets. Reeves will provide some shooting off the bench in Charlotte.

Waters enjoyed a solid start to last season with the Warriors, but he wasn’t offered as significant of a role when he was dealt to the Pistons. Now, he’ll get a fresh start with San Antonio, though minutes may be difficult to come by. He’ll provide some floor-spacing in the rotation, but it is unlikely he plays a significant role.

Thompson signed a two-way deal with the Magic in February but spent his time in the G League and didn’t appear for Orlando. Now, they’ll clear his roster spot after they signed Orlando Robinson to a two-way deal on Monday.