Tyler Herro has been a name plastered all over the Damian Lillard trade scenario over the last month. The Miami Heat have stated their willingness to include the former Sixth Man of the Year recipient. But it seems as if Herro has taken it personally, especially since he worked his heart out to help lead the Heat along with Jimmy Butler. However, it isn’t wrong if he feels that way.
Over the last four seasons that he’s been in the NBA, the point guard has averaged 17.7 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. Last season was arguably his best as he put up 20.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. Unfortunately, he broke his hand during Game 1 against the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round. Herro missed out on the rest of the playoff season.
Tyler Herro is certainly someone who will improve over time and transition into a leader. The point guard has been an exceptional three-point sharpshooter averaging 38.3% from deep throughout his career. While he waits for the Heat and Portland Trail Blazers to sort out a deal, Herro has been putting in a lot of work in his craft. But things don’t seem too great between the Heat and Herro.
Retired veteran Udonis Haslem shares an uplifting message to Tyler Herro
After spending 20 years in the NBA and competing with Miami throughout his career, Udonis Haslem retired last season at the age of 42. Several individuals around the league believe that Haslem is the core of what the Heat represents. Over the years, he’s been a great locker-room presence, especially to Tyler Herro. He recently highlighted Herro’s potential exit while he was at Bam Adebayo’s basketball camp.
“Whatever happens, he can walk away with his head up. 6MOY, 2 NBA Finals, 3 ECF. His 4-5 years here has been equivalent or better than most people’s careers. He has nothing to be ashamed about.”
Udonis Haslem on Tyler Herro 💯
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He said, “I’m just sitting around watching like everybody else. Obviously, I have a relationship with Tyler. I keep in touch with him, I talk to him, I check on his mental (health).” He sent a motivational message to his former teammate saying, “Whatever happens, he can walk away with his head up. 6MOY, 2 NBA Finals, 3 ECF. His 4-5 years here has been equivalent or better than most people’s careers. He has nothing to be ashamed about… If that happens and the trade goes through, he goes somewhere else and continues to build. And grow and get more money, and get better as a player.”
In October 2022, Tyler Herro signed an extension worth $120 million granted for four years. The contract will be exercised during this upcoming season. If Herro ends up on another team, chances are he will have bigger responsibilities. If Tyler gets traded to the Blazers, he will most likely become a starter from the get-go. The Blazers may centralize their business around him and position him as their leader.