In all professional sports, trades are an opportunity for an organization to get better, in the short and or long term. However, there's also a downside to it if the deal doesn't work out as originally anticipated. There's always the risk.

The Miami Heat currently sit with a 12-6 record, third in the Eastern Conference standings, and are one of the more well-balanced teams in the league. The team's offense has skyrocketed while living up to the organization's defensive values.

They're on a five-game winning streak, along with an 8-1 record when playing at home. However, there's a path to improve the roster while maintaining the fast-paced offense, plus getting better defensively.

So why bother making a trade?

Well, it's been reported that the Los Angeles Lakers are monitoring Andrew Wiggins' situation with the Heat. They started showing interest in the former Golden State Warriors champion during the offseason.

The Heat’s front office could use that to their advantage to bulk up the roster.

Wiggins is averaging 16.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.1 steals while shooting 48.1 percent from the field, 36.5 percent from three-point range. The 30-year-old is on an expiring $28.22 million contract, with a $30.17 million player option for next season.

The Lakers are looking for upgrades at the wing position, in which Wiggins fits the bill.

Here's an unofficial proposed trade that could satisfy both sides:

Heat receive: Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, and a 2031 first-round pick swap (via LAL)

Lakers receive: Andrew Wiggins and Keshad Johnson

Rui Hachimura is averaging 15 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists while shooting 56.2 percent from the field, 48.3 percent from three-point range on the season. The 27-year-old is also a solid defender with great athleticism.

Jarred Vanderbilt is offensively limited, averaging 4.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.5 assists while shooting 44 percent from the field. However, he's built a reputation on the defensive end, which perfectly fits the Heat's values. Also, Erik Spoelstra has of way of getting the most out of his players, and could continue that trend with the eight-year veteran.

Also, with this trade, the Heat remain under the luxury tax, which will be crucial in any trade conversation, unless it's for a promising superstar.

Keshad Johnson has shown glimpses of his potential recently, averaging 8.3 points, five rebounds, and a block while shooting 42.1 percent from the field, 37.5 percent from three-point range in 22 minutes of action in the previous three games. The sophomore forward is on an expiring $1.96 million contract, who can defend and has raw athleticism.

The trade could elevate the Heat towards championship contention in a wide-open Eastern Conference. The league is a business and it's important to listen to strong offers, at least. There are still three more months until the trade deadline, but conversations can pick up at any moment.

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