Marcus Slaughter Signs with Heat

6'9" 220lb ex San Diego State Aztec turned Turkish league baller, Marcus Slaughter signed a contract with the Miami Heat that could be worth two years if he makes the team. The deadline for that possibility is August 21st.

The rangy, athletic forward is being asked to "run, play defense and rebound". With his length and athleticism, and knack for finishing around the basket, he can easily do this. An area for improvement will be his outside game; he has a solid mid-range jumper but scouts don't trust him outside of 12 feet.

This is a very good move for Miami as they get more athletic at the swing position and gaing a perimeter defender - and it might not cost them much at all and could be huge value if Slaughter can contribute. All of a sudden, that Summer League team in Orlando is looking interesting with Slaughter and Trey Johnson on the roster.