🚨 BREAKING: Lakers & Heat Reignite Shocking Andrew Wiggins Trade Talks

A Deal That Could Shake the NBA Before Training Camp

The Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat are back at the negotiating table — and this time, the name in the middle of the storm is Andrew Wiggins. According to Sidery, the two franchises have quietly reopened discussions ahead of training camp, and the framework is already sparking outrage across fan bases.

The Rumored Package: Knecht + Salary + Pick?

Los Angeles appears willing to part ways with rookie Dalton Knecht, their highly-touted first-round pick, alongside expiring salaries to make the money work.
But here’s the catch: Miami is demanding a future first-round pick on top of Knecht.

That demand has left Lakers fans furious, with many pointing to the organization’s painful history of trading away young stars — Brandon Ingram, Julius Randle, Jordan Clarkson, Ivica Zubac — who later blossomed elsewhere.

Why the Lakers Want Wiggins

The Lakers see Wiggins as a proven two-way forward who can defend elite wings while providing secondary scoring. At 29, he’s still in his prime, and pairing him with LeBron James and Anthony Davis could immediately upgrade the team’s perimeter defense — something LA desperately lacked last season.

But skeptics argue that Wiggins’ $28 million salary and inconsistent shooting make him a risky gamble, especially when the Lakers already struggle with floor spacing.

Why the Heat Are Pushing Hard

For Miami, Wiggins represents depth and versatility on the wing — a key piece to balance out their All-Star duo of Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. But Pat Riley’s front office isn’t willing to hand him over cheaply. By demanding a first-round pick, the Heat are essentially betting that LA’s desperation will force them to overpay.

Fan Reactions: Outrage and Division

The trade rumors have ignited chaos online:

“Why give up all our young talent AGAIN? Did we learn nothing from Ingram & Randle?”

“Wiggins is worth more than Dalton. Lakers should pull the trigger.”

“This is basically two firsts for Wiggins… hell no.”

“LeBron just wants another star, but the future is gone.”

Even Heat fans are torn — some love the idea of adding Knecht and a pick, while others argue Wiggins isn’t worth such a steep price.

The Big Question: Who Blinks First?

This isn’t just about Wiggins. It’s about philosophy.

• Do the Lakers sacrifice more future assets for a win-now move in LeBron’s twilight years?

• Or does Miami step back, refusing to undersell Wiggins without a guaranteed pick?

One thing is clear: if this deal goes through, it could redefine the balance of power in the NBA’s Eastern and Western Conferences.