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That's what Simone Fontecchio has proven to be so far for the Miami Heat, after he was acquired as an afterthought for long-time sharpshooter Duncan Robinson in a deal with the Detroit Pistons.

Since arriving in Utah with a breakout season in 2022-23, Lauri Markkanen has been one of the NBA's best stretch fours and the ninth-year pro is off to a sizzling start this season. Markkanen is ...