According to Charania, Miami refused to include young bench players like Highsmith, small forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., or power forward Nikola Jovic as part of a possible Phoenix return haul for Durant. The Heat also would not include starting center Kel'el Ware, the No. 20 pick in this year's draft, or other significant draft equity.

The Suns reportedly asked for more than Miami was willing to give for Kevin Durant, including Jovic and a pick swap.

Houston managed to beat out Miami for star forward Kevin Durant. A new report reveals the Heat's offer that ultimately led to the Rockets acquiring the all-time scorer from the Phoenix Suns.