Cam Thomas on the Buyout Market is EXACTLY What the Heat Are Missing

In this episode of Miami Heat Talk, we shift our focus from the trade deadline to the NBA Buyout Market, which could quietly become the move that saves the Miami Heat’s season before March 1st.

With Tyler Herro injured and the Heat desperately needing consistent scoring off the bench, one name stands out above the rest: Cam Thomas.

The former Brooklyn Nets shooting guard has proven over the last two seasons that he can flat-out put the ball in the basket, averaging 22 PPG in 2024 and 25 PPG in 2025. Despite his scoring talent, he never secured a long-term extension, signed his qualifying offer, and now finds himself in a situation where the Nets may be ready to move on.

This season, Cam is still producing at 15.6 PPG and 3.1 APG in a reduced role — but the truth is simple: he is one of the best microwave scorers in the NBA.

And that is EXACTLY what Miami is missing.

Jaime Jaquez Jr. has been phenomenal off the bench, but outside of him, the Heat have struggled to find consistent offensive punch from their second unit. Cam Thomas is a plug-and-play scorer who could immediately ignite Miami’s bench, take pressure off the starters, and provide crucial insurance while Herro works his way back.

This isn’t about defense. This isn’t about playmaking.
This is about a guy who knows how to get buckets — something Miami desperately needs right now.

With the buyout market closing on March 1st, the Heat have a real opportunity to make a move that could pay off in a big way heading into the playoffs.

Is Cam Thomas the missing piece for this Miami Heat team?

Let’s talk about it.