Miami Heat fans are buzzing with mixed emotions about the team’s hesitant inclusion of rookie Kel’el Ware in the lineup, and it’s all because of the looming possibility of a Kevin Durant trade.
The Heat were reportedly interested in acquiring Durant from the Phoenix Suns, but the Suns’ steep asking price, which likely included Ware, made the deal unfeasible
Fans are torn between their excitement to see Ware’s growth and development as a player, and their desire to land a superstar like Durant. Ware, the 7-foot big man, has shown flashes of brilliance, particularly in his vertical spacing and rim protection. However, some fans feel that his inclusion in the lineup is a consolation prize, and that the team’s reluctance to play him is a sign that they’re still holding out hope for a Durant trade. 
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Durant’s future, fans are impressed with Ware’s work ethic and commitment to daily improvement. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has praised Ware’s progress, saying that he’s “taking steps in the right direction” Ware’s numbers in the G-League have been impressive, averaging 18.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game.
The Heat’s decision to trade Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers has also cleared the way for Ware to get more playing time, Fans are excited to see how Ware will develop alongside Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, and whether he can become a key contributor to the team’s success.
While the Durant trade rumors continue to swirl, fans are starting to come around to the idea of Ware being a key part of the Heat’s future. As one fan put it, “Ware may not be Durant, but he’s got heart and hustle. Let’s give him a chance to shine!”.
With Ware’s growth and development, the Heat may just find that they’ve got a diamond in the rough.
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