Victor Oladipo Rumored To Be Looking At Heat In 2021 Free Agency

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Victor Oladipo could be looking at moving on from the Pacers.

Victor Oladipo has been a superstar player with the Indiana Pacers over the past few years, although they've clearly been at odds in terms of contract negotiations. Oladipo is a free agent in 2021 and so far, the only extension the Pacers have offered him has been for four years at $80 million. For the kind of player Oladipo is, it's clear this contract isn't exactly fair.

Now, it is being reported by the Indianapolis Star, as well as the Miami Herald, that Oladipo could be exploring his options heading into the 2021-2022 season. As it turns out, the Miami Heat are reportedly at the top of his list, and it seems like the interest is mutual.

Victor Oladipo Rumored To Be Looking At Heat In 2021 Free Agency
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Per Miami Herald:

"The chatter began with The Athletic’s Shams Charania noting the Heat’s interest in adding both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Oladipo — the two players that I had identified a week earlier as Miami’s most likely targets in 2021 free agency. And now comes a Wednesday report from the Indianapolis Star that “despite rampant speculation that he could end up with the Knicks (he fired Leon Rose of CAA, then his agent who is now president of the franchise), the strongest preliminary indication is Miami” as his next team.

The Star reported that “two league sources told IndyStar that Oladipo wants two things: the most money possible [he will be 29 next year] and the chance to win big in the playoffs.”"

There is no telling what can happen in a year from now, although it's clear the 2021 Free Agency cycle is going to be an interesting one.

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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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