If the Miami Heat do trade disgruntled shooting guard Wayne Ellington, the franchise doesn't want to take back any salary, according to Kelly Iko of The Athletic.
Over the weekend, a report stated that Wayne Ellington’s agent reached out to the Heat’s front office regarding Ellington’s limited role this season and his future with the organization.
The NBA trade deadline is Feb. 7.
It’s no secret that Ellington is unhappy with his current role with the Heat. In fact, his representatives met with Miami over this issue, seeking a resolution. Per sources, the problem with trying to deal for Ellington is that Miami doesn’t really want to take back salary.
After playing 77 games last season, Ellington has only appeared in 22 games this year. The veteran sharpshooter re-signed with the Heat in the summer on a one-year deal worth $6.27 million with hopes he would stay in the playing rotation, but that hasn't been the case.
Ellington, 31, is averaging 7.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game this year while shooting 36.3 percent from the field, 37.1 percent from beyond the arc and 84.6 percent from the foul line. The 10-year pro has the right to approve any trade.
It's not a surprise the Heat don't want to take back any money. They currently have one of the highest active caps in the NBA.
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