Andrew Wiggins’ Heat deal unique in its now-and-later benefits

MIAMI — The initial reaction to Andrew Wiggins’ opt-in-and-extend decision with the Miami Heat was confusion about both sides of the equation. Why such a limited overall package for Wiggins, with the three-year, $64 million agreement? Why no immediate cap/tax/apron relief for the Heat for this coming season? But stepping back, the reasoning by both sides comes into view. The difference between ...