Free agent forward Precious Achiuwa is heading back to South Beach after agreeing a one-year deal with the Miami Heat, Afrosport reports.
The move marks a reunion for the Nigerian, who was Miami’s 20th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
The 26-year-old returns after solid spells with the Toronto Raptors – where he was part of the 2021 trade that sent Kyle Lowry to Miami – and New York Knicks.
Free agent C/F Precious Achiuwa has agreed to a one-year deal with the Miami Heat, sources tell ESPN. A reunion for the Heat’s No. 20 pick in the 2020 NBA draft after productive stints in New York and Toronto. pic.twitter.com/QAE1vkuWYX
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The Heat have been searching for depth in the frontcourt to ease the load on All-Star centre Bam Adebayo, and Achiuwa could prove a valuable option.
The Port Harcourt-native averaged 6.6 points and 5.6 rebounds in 52 games for the Knicks last season, shooting over 50% from the floor. He has featured in 320 career games so far, averaging 7.6 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.
