Veteran guard Bradley Beal is expected to sign with a playoff contender, after opting out of his contract with the LA Clippers. Beal is drawing interest from the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics. A return to the Clippers also can't be ruled out.

The Heat are looking to add depth and shooting after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason. Beal has a longstanding friendship with Jayson Tatum, after both grew up in St. Louis, which has the Celtics in play.

Beal appeared in just six games for the Clippers last season, as he suffered a left hip fracture in early November. The veteran shooting guard joined LA after being waived-and-stretched by the Phoenix Suns. Beal is expected to be healthy and ready for training camp this fall.