Andrew Wiggins Addresses Trade Rumors, Focused on Playing Through the Noise in Miami
Andrew Wiggins has heard the whispers-he just isn’t listening to them.
With his name swirling in trade chatter once again, this time in connection with the LA Lakers, the Miami Heat forward is staying locked in on what he can control: his game. On Sunday, Wiggins made it clear that the outside noise isn’t something he’s allowing to seep into his day-to-day.
“I try not to think about it,” Wiggins said. “I don’t really go on social media and search my name, so I don’t hear much unless someone comes up and tells me.”
That approach tracks for a player who’s been in the spotlight since the day he entered the league. Now in his 11th NBA season, Wiggins is no stranger to the rumor mill.
From his early days in Minnesota to his championship run with Golden State, and now in Miami, his name has been a frequent flier in trade talks. But through it all, he’s remained steady, and that’s exactly the energy he’s bringing to the Heat this season.
A Solid Contributor, Even in a Down Year
Statistically, Wiggins is putting up 15.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game while shooting 46.8% from the field and 38.8% from deep. Those numbers are respectable, but by Wiggins’ standards, it’s a step back. In fact, it’s one of the lowest scoring averages of his career, even lower than his rookie season when he posted 16.9 points per game.
That said, context matters. Wiggins isn’t being asked to be the No. 1 option in Miami.
He’s a complementary piece on a team that values defense, versatility, and playoff experience-three boxes he checks with ease. And while his scoring may be down, his efficiency from beyond the arc is quietly one of the best marks of his career.
Let’s not forget: this is a player who once averaged 21.8 points per game in the 2019-20 season and played a key role in Golden State’s 2022 championship run. He’s been through the battles.
He knows what it takes to win. That kind of experience doesn’t just show up in the box score-it shows up when the lights are brightest.
Miami’s Trade Deadline Dilemma
Back in September, the Heat and Lakers reportedly kicked the tires on a potential deal involving Wiggins. But at the time, Miami wasn’t eager to move the former All-Star. That was then.
Now, with the Heat sitting at 15-14 and clinging to the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference, the calculus may be shifting. The team has dropped two straight and is still searching for consistency. If the front office sees a chance to shake things up or address a need-especially with Wiggins dealing with some lingering back issues-it wouldn’t be shocking to see them explore their options.
The Lakers aren’t the only team that could use a wing with Wiggins’ two-way skill set and playoff pedigree. As the trade deadline approaches, expect multiple contenders to keep a close eye on his situation in Miami.
Eyes on Toronto, Not the Trade Wire
For now, though, Wiggins isn’t going anywhere-at least not mentally. He’s expected to suit up when the Heat take on the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, and his focus remains on helping Miami get back in the win column.
Whether he finishes the season in South Beach or elsewhere, Wiggins is doing what veterans do: tuning out the noise, showing up for his team, and letting the rest play out on its own timeline.