10. Jordan Hill (Los Angeles Lakers)
The 6’10” 235-pound five year veteran out of the University of Arizona is technically a four, but most centers in the league today are glorified power forwards, anyway.
Hill averaged a career-high in points (12.0) and rebounds (7.9) last season, and his solid build allows him to match up against forwards and centers on the defensive end.
The Lakers have a team option on Hill for next season at $9 million, but they are unlikely to bring him back at that number. As underrated as he is, Hill may not be firm on a starting job this summer, although his salary demands may be outside the Heat’s budget.
Still, he would be a very solid addition to the Heat’s rotation filling in for Bosh or Whiteside, or playing alongside them at times.
Other Possibilities:
Andrew Bynum (Los Angeles Lakers) – the talented enigma that is Andrew Bynum has tempted more than a few teams — including the Heat — since he was traded away from the Lakers in 2012. Probably too many question marks here.
Robin Lopez (Portland Trail Blazers) – Robin Lopez may not have the all-around game of his twin brother Brook, but he has thrived when paired with other talented big men, like Amar’e Stoudemire and LaMarcus Aldridge. A starter throughout his career, he would have to be willing to sacrifice money and minutes to play for the Heat, which makes him a reach for Miami.
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