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Heat moves toward Haslem deal, signs rookie forward as it awaits Wade decision

While continuing to await a decision from Dwyane Wade, the Heat on Wednesday signed former Kentucky forward Marcus Lee and moved toward an agreement with veteran forward Udonis Haslem.

A source said Haslem is expected to return for his 16th NBA season with the Heat, though nothing was finalized as of Wednesday morning.

“It was a great conversation,” Haslem told The Associated Press of his recent discussions with Miami. “At the end of the day, it’s was a conversation about if they want me back and if I want to be back.”

Haslem, who is expected to receive the $2.