The Lakers continue to monitor Wiggins! They once negotiated with the Heat using Hachimura, and Wiggins' trade value keeps rising.

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to look for more wing depth before the trade deadline this season, as a two-way wing player has come into their sights. On November 24th Beijing time,NBA reporter Jake Fischer revealed that the Lakers have expressed interest in Heat forward Wiggins and will continue monitoring developments to determine if Wiggins will be put on the trade block.

Early in the season, the Lakers managed to stabilize despite injuries to LeBron James and Luka Doncic, achieving an 11-4 record in their first 15 games and ranking third in the Western Conference. Given their championship potential this year, it makes sense for them to compete for players like Wiggins.

Last season, Wiggins was traded from the Golden State Warriors to the Miami Heat as part of the Butler deal. In 2022, when the Warriors won the championship, Wiggins was a core member and arguably the team's second most important player after Curry.

Considering the Lakers’ lack of quality wing depth, adding Wiggins would be a highly valuable upgrade—he is a 3-and-D wing with scoring ability, forming a strong combination alongside Doncic, James, and Reeves.

Although the Heat have not yet included Wiggins in trade discussions, Fischer noted that other teams in the league believe Miami will eventually clarify whether the 30-year-old wing is part of their long-term core or a tradable asset.

Within the Heat system, Wiggins has quietly put up one of the most efficient stretches of his career. In 15 games this season, he is averaging 16.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.1 steals per game, with a three-point shooting rate of 36.5%. While All-Star guard Herro is sidelined with injury, Wiggins has provided scoring, defensive matchups, and floor spacing for Miami.

Wiggins is currently in the third year of a four-year, $109 million contract, earning $28.2 million this season with a $30.2 million player option for 2026-27. This mid-level salary gives him considerable trade flexibility, but if the Heat decide to move him, replacing his impact won’t be easy. Whether Miami prioritizes developing young talent while balancing timelines or fully pursues a new star will directly affect Wiggins’ future.

Wiggins’ name has surfaced multiple times in trade rumors as early as this summer.In June, reports indicated that the Heat showed interest in Hachimura and explored a trade framework involving Wiggins for Hachimura.Negotiations had “progressed to the next stage” at that time, but stalled because the Heat demanded more assets beyond just Hachimura.

Additionally, insider Stein revealed that before the Phoenix Suns traded Durant to the Houston Rockets, Wiggins was also part of the Suns’ trade talks. These recurring trade rumors point to one fact: the Heat have not actively shopped Wiggins, but league teams keep inquiring.

Currently, the Heat have given no indication they want to trade Wiggins. Interest from other teams has instead increased his value and given Miami more options. If the Heat want to pursue star-level players, Wiggins’ salary flexibility could be crucial; if they choose to build around Adebayo and Herro, Wiggins also fits their plans.In any case, the decision on the next trade lies with the Heat, not the Lakers.