Miami Heat have decided not to waive Terry Rozier despite his ongoing legal situation tied to a gambling investigation. Instead, Miami absorbed the remaining guaranteed money on his contract, a move that keeps Rozier as a possible trade asset while his NBA status remains unresolved.
Miami Heat have made a clear decision regarding Terry Rozier as the veteran guard remains tied to an ongoing gambling investigation.
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According to AP NBA writer Tim Reynolds, Miami will not waive Rozier and has chosen to take on the remaining $1.7 million on his contract for the 2025-26 season.
The move signals that the Heat are keeping Rozier on their books despite the uncertainty surrounding his future in the league.
Rozier, 31, is facing federal charges related to an alleged sports betting scheme involving his player props during the 2023 season with the Charlotte Hornets.
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While his legal team continues to push for the case to be dismissed, Rozier remains on NBA leave and has not appeared in a game.
His contract for the 2025-26 season is worth 26.64 million dollars, with 24.9 million partially guaranteed. By absorbing the final 1.7 million, Miami avoided creating extra cap space and instead preserved flexibility.
For now, the money owed to Rozier is being held in escrow while the investigation continues. Even with his playing status in doubt, Miami is choosing patience and optionality, keeping Rozier as a potential trade asset rather than cutting ties outright.
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