The Portland Path Blazers weren’t concerned about a commerce for Damian Lillard constructed round Tyler Herro, so he’s remaining with the Miami Warmth in Yr 1 of a four-year, $120 million contract extension.
“I didn’t need to go to Portland, so I’m glad Portland didn’t need me,” Herro mentioned in a tone extra of resignation to an offseason of doubt. “I simply don’t need to be in Portland. So it’s not private with Portland, in any respect.
“I’m simply glad to be on the courtroom. I haven’t performed since April. I broke my hand and I haven’t performed since then, so I’m able to play.”
The worth of Herro to the Warmth got here into query as they went on a run to the Finals with out him within the lineup.
“My worth possibly has decreased in individuals’s eyes,” he mentioned, “however I’m a greater participant than I used to be final yr, so there’s no method my worth has decreased.”
