"He was not happy in Miami playing for a team that's rebuilding," said Kerr.
"We felt that with our core group here surrounding him, he doesn't have to be the star, he can be one of the guys. But he can be one of our guys who is unlike any of our other guys."
Marion, a four-time All-Star has been with Phoenix throughout his nine-year NBA career and has averaged double figures in scoring in every season.
The trade represents a risk for the Suns who are banking on O'Neal rediscovering his fitness and form.
"We believe this addition strengthens our team," said Kerr. "We thank Shawn and Marcus for their contributions to our team.
"Shawn in particular has been a tremendous player for this organization the past eight-and-a-half years and his impact both on and off the court in Phoenix will not be forgotten."
Without O'Neal, the Heat's dreadful form continued with the 100-95 loss at Detroit and after the game coach Pat Riley said the trade was for the benefit of the team.
"It was a significant move that we felt we had to make based on where we are right now, what our record is. A lot of thought went into it but I think our players were stunned by it a little bit but they played hard tonight."
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