Though the Miami Heat are on the books for a major payout in the 2018-19 season, there’s one area in which they still have a leg up on the competition: time.
With the combination of a young core and pickings from G-League affiliate Sioux Falls Force, the Heat have a slight advantage when it comes to the timeline of its roster. Last year, Miami fielded 19 players, 14 of whom were under the age of 30. In a league that’s getting faster, stronger and flashier, having youth on your side is paramount for success.
Consider the 2015 NBA Champion Golden State Warriors.