Miami Heat Waive Terry Rozier Amid Federal Gambling Charges
The Miami Heat have officially waived guard Terry Rozier, marking the final procedural step in a season derailed by federal gambling charges against the player. This move allows the team to sign a replacement before their upcoming play-in tournament games. Rozier, who was arrested in October 2025, faces charges for allegedly providing insider information to help others win bets on his statistical performance during a 2023 game with the Charlotte Hornets. Although he did not play for Miami this season, Rozier collected his full $26.6 million salary following an arbitrator's ruling. The controversy also led to an unprecedented settlement where Charlotte returned a draft pick to Miami, compensating for undisclosed information during their 2024 trade. Rozier has been on leave since his arrest and has had minimal contact with the organization. The NBA had previously investigated unusual betting activity related to Rozier but found no immediate cause for suspension at that time. This waiver clears the roster spot as Miami prepares for postseason competition, closing a chaotic chapter involving legal issues and front-office disputes.
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Miami Heat Waive Terry Rozier Amid Federal Gambling Charges
The Miami Heat have officially waived guard Terry Rozier, marking the final procedural step in a season derailed by federal gambling charges against the player. This move allows the team to sign a replacement before their upcoming play-in tournament games. Rozier, who was arrested in October 2025, faces charges for allegedly providing insider information to help others win bets on his statistical performance during a 2023 game with the Charlotte Hornets. Although he did not play for Miami this season, Rozier collected his full $26.6 million salary following an arbitrator's ruling. The controversy also led to an unprecedented settlement where Charlotte returned a draft pick to Miami, compensating for undisclosed information during their 2024 trade. Rozier has been on leave since his arrest and has had minimal contact with the organization. The NBA had previously investigated unusual betting activity related to Rozier but found no immediate cause for suspension at that time. This waiver clears the roster spot as Miami prepares for postseason competition, closing a chaotic chapter involving legal issues and front-office disputes.
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