The Miami Heat will focus on landing a superstar or All-Star this offseason. Whether it’s Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard, or Kevin Durant, Miami is expected to be involved in just about every major conversation. That’s what happens when a franchise with this track record misses the playoffs. It doesn’t sit still. But landing a star isn’t just about desire. It’s about what you have to send out.

While draft picks will matter, as they always do, the Heat’s path to a blockbuster is going to be defined more by contracts. The Heat have to focus on matching salaries, balancing flexibility, and offering enough value to convince another team to move a franchise player.…