2014 NBA Free Agency Rumors & Predictions: Miami Big Three Meeting Confirmed [VIDEO] Does This Mean They Will All Stay In South Beach Together?

The 2014 NBA Free Agency Rumors & Predictions are now centered on South Beach. The Miami Heat Big Three rocked the foundations of the NBA four years ago when they joined together. Now, they have the power to shake things up again.

After LeBron James opted out of his contract and became a free agent again, the big question is on the other two players of the triumvirate. Will Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh also cooperate to make Miami a stronger team?

They're not wasting any time, as Wade and Bosh have only until Tuesday to confirm whether they will opt out of their contracts or opt in for a salary north of $ 20 million.

The wildcard here is Wade. He is the oldest and by far, the one with the most wear and tear.

The breakdown on Wade from NBC:

 "Wade is due around $42 million over the next two years. If he opted out of his contract, he could then re-sign for four-years and $48 million or even five-years for $55 million. Either way, the contract would be fully guaranteed and he'd be set for what is likely his final contract and might make a little extra in the extra years."

The same holds true for Bosh, but the major difference is that Bosh would have options. Being a younger big man means he has a considerably longer shelf life than Wade. There are other teams that are willing to make an offer for him at close to the maximum contract. The same can't be said for Wade.

Wade will never get a $ 20 million payday anymore, so it's difficult for him to walk away from that. But the pressure mounts on him:

"The bottom line is if Wade and Bosh choose to opt-in to their current contracts, it's likely that LeBron may take his talents elsewhere due to the salary cap restrictions it would cause to keep all three stars together and give them quality support."

It is also unlikely that James would stay if Wade opts in, because that would mean Wade would have a considerably larger pay than LeBron. Considering the contributions to the team, one would think it's unfair.

Perhaps driving around Miami in Ferraris would clear their mind. Video of LeBron and Wade departing from the meeting shows their sportscars in Heat colors: red and black.

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