On Friday afternoon, Miami sent Highsmith and a 2032 second-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for a protected 2026 second-round pick that is unlikely to ever convey to the Heat, meaning the trade will eventually end up as Highsmith and a 2032 second-round selection for...nothing.

The Brooklyn Nets acquired forward Haywood Highsmith and a 2032 second-round draft pick from the Miami Heat in exchange for a 2026 second-rounder that's protected from the 31st overall pick to the 55th selection,

The Nets acquired forward Haywood Highsmith from the Miami Heat on Friday, furthering their offseason strategy of salary-absorbing trades.