Josh Richardson has decided to stay with the Miami Heat by picking up his $3 million player option for the upcoming season as reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic. Despite being sidelined last season due to shoulder surgery, Richardson is set to return. The Miami Heat drafted center Kel'el Ware with the No. 15 pick, a choice that pleased team president Pat Riley. Additionally, Heat forward Jaime Jaquez will participate in the Select Team that competes against the U.S. Olympic team this summer. The Miami Heat's summer league schedule in Las Vegas has been finalized with five games scheduled.

By the Numbers
  • Josh Richardson picked up his $3 million player option for the upcoming season.
  • Jaime Jaquez will compete with the U.S. Select Team against the U.S. Olympic team.
State of Play
  • Josh Richardson staying with the Miami Heat for another season after picking up player option.
  • Miami Heat drafted Kel'el Ware with the No. 15 pick.
  • Jaime Jaquez named to the Select Team competing against the U.S. Olympic team.
  • Miami Heat's schedule for the summer league in Las Vegas is set.
What's Next

The Miami Heat will continue preparations for the upcoming season with Richardson's return and their summer league games, focusing on player development.

Bottom Line

Josh Richardson's decision to stay with the Miami Heat, along with the selection of Kel'el Ware and participation in summer events, sets a positive trajectory for the team's upcoming season, emphasizing continuity and development.