Miami Heat Sign Guard Dru Smith to Three-Year Contract
MIAMI, FL — The Miami Heat have signed guard Dru Smith to a new three-year contract, sources confirmed to ESPN on Saturday 8/16 (@ShamsCharania).
The Heat’s 14th standard contract goes to Dru Smith, a league source confirms. Only the first season of the three-year, $7.9 million deal is fully guaranteed (Anthony Chiang).
The deal marks a significant milestone for the 27-year-old, who has battled back from consecutive season-ending injuries while developing within the Heat’s system. Smith, an undrafted free agent out of Missouri, has shown resilience after suffering a torn ACL in November 2023 and a torn Achilles tendon in December 2024.
Despite these setbacks, he has remained a key part of Miami’s developmental program, earning the trust of head coach Erik Spoelstra. In 14 games during the 2024-25 season, Smith averaged a career-high 6.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists, shooting an impressive 50.8% from the field and 53.3% from three-point range.
The new contract reflects the Heat’s confidence in Smith’s ability to contribute as a versatile guard, particularly after his strong preseason performances and growth in the G League with the Sioux Falls Skyforce.
This multi-year commitment signals Miami’s belief in Smith’s potential to bolster their backcourt depth alongside stars like Tyler Herro and Norman Powell.
Smith’s journey, marked by perseverance through injuries, underscores the Heat’s reputation for developing undrafted talent. With the 2025-26 season approaching, fans will be eager to see Smith return to the court and continue his upward trajectory.
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Love this signing – Dru Smith has earned it with his toughness and resilience after everything he’s battled through. Classic Heat Culture move, can’t wait to see him shine in the backcourt this season!