The Washington Wizards have advanced discussions on trading franchise star Bradley Beal. The Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns have emerged as finalists for Beal. Both teams are considered serious contenders for the longtime Wizards guard.

Miami has long-been linked to Beal. The Heat could offer a package that revolves around expiring salary after next season, if the Wizards goal is to clear salary. Miami could also offer a package built around guard Tyler Herro, if Washington wanted to build around him in the next iteration of their team.

Any offer from the Suns would have to include either Chris Paul or Deandre Ayton. Paul would likely see his salary guaranteed to near the full amount of $30.8 million to make a trade work. A deal centered around Paul or Ayton would also likely have to include Landry Shamet as matching salary.