NBA trade rumors: Miami Heat set sights strongly on DeMarcus Cousins and PJ Tucker

As the NBA trade deadline nears, rumours are picking up pace. According to recent reports, a DeMarcus Cousins and PJ Tucker trade might be on the cards. While nothing has been confirmed, the Miami Heat are said to be interested in both players. 

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NBA trade rumors: Is a PJ Tucker, DeMarcus Cousins trade possible?

Owing to their 13-17 win-loss record this season, the Miami Heat are not as consistent as their last season. The team finished as the No.5 seed for the 2019-20 season and has been trying to find a pace this season. While the team has been performing better, the team is apparently looking to add a few more assets to their roster. 

Tucker, 35, might provide some depth to the team, providing three-point support. At the moment, the Heat are the worst-ranked teams in three-point shooting. Tucker might also help with defence by playing forward, therefore adding to the team's depth. This season, Tucker is averaging 4.7 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.  

Cousins – coming off his torn Achilles and ACL – might not be the player he once was. However, he might still be the rebounder and ball-handler they need. He is averaging 12.1 points and 9 rebounds with the Rockets (thought the team has lost those games). Per NBA reports, the team has previously expressed some interest in Cousins. 

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DeMarcus Cousins contract

Cousins signed a one-year, $2,331,593 contract with the Rockets. He was previously signed with the Los Angeles Lakers worth $3,500,000. He was with Sacramento Kings for seven years, earning $56,862,500 with the team. 

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PJ Tucker contract

PJ Tucker is currently on a four-year, $31,878,148 contract with the Rockets. His average salary amounts to $7,969,537. He was with the Phoenix Suns for five years, where he earned $16,618,841.

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(Image credits: DeMarcus Cousins, PJ Tucker Instagram)