Heat, Knicks, Trail Blazers Eye Israeli Big Man After EuroBasket

Roman Sorkin, an Israeli big man who impressed at EuroBasket 2025 with averages of 16.5 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, is attracting interest from NBA teams including the Miami Heat, New York Knicks, and Portland Trail Blazers. Sorkin, who has played for Maccabi Tel Aviv and has collegiate experience at the University of Oregon, could fill a need for the Knicks as they seek additional depth at the center position ahead of the upcoming season. Meanwhile, former Knicks big man Precious Achiuwa remains a free agent with ongoing interest from the Miami Heat, his first NBA team, which may consider signing him to bolster their frontcourt amid roster moves and the uncertain status of other players. Achiuwa, who contributed solidly during his tenure with the Knicks and has shown defensive promise, is unlikely to return to New York after they signed another big man this offseason. The Heat are evaluating options to add a veteran big man either by waiving Terry Rozier or waiting until later in the season, with Achiuwa among the candidates contacted. Both Sorkin and Achiuwa represent potential additions for teams looking to strengthen their frontcourt rotations as the 2025 NBA season approaches.