According to NBA reporter Sam Amico, sources revealed that the Heat were not interested in Lillard before.

When Lillard applied for a deal in 2023, he wanted to go to the Heat, but the Trail Blazers and the Heat failed to reach a deal.

Lillard is expected to miss the entire next season and recover from Achilles tendon injury. Sources revealed that the Heat don't want to pay Lillard to recover from his injuries and will not play games.

Yesterday, Lillard returned to the Trail Blazers. It is reported that the two sides signed a three-year, $42 million contract. The third-year player option is available. Lillard also has the right to trade veto.