NBA Amnesty Clause: Possible Players Worth Looking into for Miami Heat

With the recent news of Mike Miller missing at least a month of action due to a hernia surgery, it's becoming apparent he could soon be on the oust in Miami.

That being said, expect the Heat front office to be aggressive in picking up some solid depth, possibly even through other amnesty-clause players.

Consider the NBA amnesty clause a gift for most teams—a chance to free up some needed cap space and rid themselves of a mistaken player. However, one team's trash could end up being another suitor's treasure.

While all of these options may not be likely based on contract restrictions and market draws, let's check out some names that could fit well in Miami.

Baron Davis

Mario Chalmers should definitely be a priority for the Miami Heat this offseason, but depth played a major factor in Miami's demise in the NBA Finals. Even if Chalmers turns out to be the point guard of the future, he still needs a solid player to back him up for now.

This is where Baron Davis fits in.

At the age of 32, Davis is a solid veteran who can run an offense and distribute well to the stars in Miami. Along with that, he brings a reliable scoring option which could really help the Heat on any given night.

The point guard position was a true weakness for Miami last year and they must look for a better option than Mike Bibby.

David is a better overall player and would bring much more to a team looking to win a championship now.

Andris Biedrins

I'm convinced Samuel Dalembert is coming to South Beach, but here is a solid backup plan. Andris Biedrins had a promising start to his NBA career, but has been bit by the injury bug the past few seasons.

The fact remains that Biedrins is still just 25 years old and Miami must fill the depth needed at the center position.

Biedrins best season came in 2008-09 where he averaged a double-double with 11.9 points and 11.2 rebounds. He is a solid shot-blocker who would not demand any touches inside, but has averaged 2.7 offensive rebounds for his career.

He's not the most agile player in the NBA, but he's a great halfcourt defender that Miami needs inside.

Even if Miami grabs Dalembert, who says they will not further the depth inside with a solid signing in a player like Biedrins?

Brandon Roy

While the Chicago front office is salivating at the thought of picking up Brandon Roy if cut, they don't remain the only team that should show major interest.

It's sad to see a great player with massive potential like Roy have his career in doubt because of injury, but don't count him out as a superb role player. Based off bad knees it's likely Roy would play limited minutes, however, he fills a big need for the Heat: bench scoring.

Roy proved he still has fuel left in his tank during the playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks last season, putting up 16 and 24 points in Portland's two wins. He won't bring a lot besides his scoring ability, but Miami could use a little more depth in their backcourt.

Other Possibilities

Rip Hamilton

I've never been a fan, but he would bring a nice mid-range jumper and some nice championship experience. He looks like the odd man out in Detroit, so don't be surprised to see Miami pursue.

Mehmet Okur

He's big, slow and on the back end of his prime, but the guy can shoot the lights out when hot. With so much size in Utah, it's not out of the question to see Okur cut soon.

Jose Calderon

I would have given him more of an analysis, but I don't see him leaving Toronto. However, he's a crafty ball-handler that would be a gem with the Heat.

Jermaine O'Neal

Would Boston really cut ties with their starting center? Kevin Garnett takes up way too much salary space, but O'Neal could be cut to make more room for Jeff Green and Glen Davis. If so, he could end up back in South Beach.