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Dru Smith Dru Smith (calf) uncertain for season opener
Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 11:56 AM
Miami Herald
Dru Smith (calf) participated in Sunday's practice but is uncertain for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Smith suffered a strained right calf during training camp and did not play in any of Miami's preseason games. Sunday's practice was his first âliveâ session, so he may not be cleared to play in games for a little while longer. Smith's availability does not affect most fantasy leagues, but it does leave Miami light on options behind starting point guard Davion Mitchell. Pelle Larsson, who missed the final two preseason games with an illness, may be asked to do some supplementary playmaking in Smith's absence. |
Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo, Pelle Larsson practiced Sunday
Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 11:47 AM
Miami Herald
Bam Adebayo (groin) and Pelle Larsson (illness) participated in Sunday's practice.
Analysis: Neither Adebayo nor Larsson played in the Heat's final two preseason games, but both are on track to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Timberwolves. Adebayo's status matters more to the Heat and fantasy managers because of his role in the rotation. As for Larsson, he'll provide added perimeter depth off the bench. |
Xavier Cooks Ryan Conwell tallies team-high 21 points vs. ORL
Fri, Oct 16, 2026, 3:54 PM
Ryan Conwell amassed 21 points (9-of-17 FGs), one rebound, seven assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Friday's exhibition against the Magic.
Analysis: Conwell is on a two-way contract, so his chances of becoming a reliable option in redraft leagues are slim. However, the Heat are light at point guard, as backup Dru Smith missed the preseason with an injury. Unless you're competing in a 30-deep redraft league or a fantasy league, you won't gain much by drafting Conwell. But managers competing in those formats should definitely consider him. |
Andrew Wiggins Andrew Wiggins scores 13 points vs. Orlando
Fri, Oct 16, 2026, 3:48 PM
Andrew Wiggins posted 13 points (4-of-7 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, one assist, two steals and one three-pointer in Friday's exhibition against the Magic.
Analysis: Wiggins was one of three expected starters to play for the Heat in Friday's preseason finale, as Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo were ruled out. He played 15 minutes in Orlando, capping what was a good preseason for the veteran wing. Wiggins shot a career-best 41.4 percent from three last season, and the addition of Antetokounmpo should open things up even more for him offensively. If Wiggins can hit threes at a similar clip this season, he should be a reliable fantasy option, regardless of league format. |
Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? makes spot start, scores 12 points
Fri, Oct 16, 2026, 3:45 PM
Nikola Jovi? finished Friday's exhibition against the Magic with 12 points (4-of-6 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one block and two three-pointers.
Analysis: With Giannis Antetokounmpo being scratched a few hours before tipoff, Jovi? started Miami's preseason finale. He and the other starters didn't play after halftime, but the young forward was solid in his 15 minutes on the floor. At best, Jovi? is worth considering in the later rounds of a draft. His viability as a fantasy option this season will depend on Antetokounmpo's health. |
Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis Antetokounmpo puts up monster 20/15/9 vs. BKN
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 4:14 PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo puts up 20 points (8-of-10 FGs, 4-of-9 FTs), 15 rebounds, 9 assists, one steal, three blocks, in a 144-128 win.
Analysis: Giannis looks like he's in regular season form after dominating the Nets on Wednesday. They had no answer when he drove into the paint. He capitalized on miscommunications on defense with his passing. He should be going in round 1 in redraft league drafts. |
Davion Mitchell Davion Mitchell puts up 13/3/4 against Nets
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 4:08 PM
Davion Mitchell had 13 Points, (4-of-8 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, four assists, two steals and a 3-pointer on Wednesday.
Analysis: Davion showed how much of a pest he is defensively in this game with his full court pressure and defensive numbers. He did leave the game temporarily after hitting his head on Day'Ron Sharpe's knee, but he returned to the game. He should be primed to at worst, be a steals and assists streamer for redraft leagues. |
Keshad Johnson Keshad Johnson (hamstring) available Wednesday
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 12:21 PM
Ira Winderman
Keshad Johnson (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's exhibition against the Nets.
Analysis: Johnson will be available for the first time this preseason after missing time with a hamstring injury. While the third-year wing will get a runout of sorts against the Nets, he's unlikely to impact fantasy basketball during the regular season. With Pelle Larsson (illness) out, there will be minutes available to Johnson. |
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Bam Adebayo Adebayo, Larsson among Heat players out Wednesday
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 12:18 PM
Ira Winderman
Bam Adebayo (groin), Pelle Larsson (illness) and Dru Smith (calf) are out for Wednesday's exhibition against the Nets.
Analysis: Adebayo is dealing with right groin tightness, and his absence frees up additional minutes for Nick Richards. With his contract for the upcoming season not being guaranteed unless he makes the Opening Night roster, this is a big opportunity for Richards. With Klay Thompson available, he'll slide into the starting lineup spot Larsson occupied in Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves. Smith's absence won't change anything regarding fantasy basketball, as starting point guard Davion Mitchell is available. |
Simone Fontecchio Simone Fontecchio sinks four three-pointers
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 4:38 PM
Simone Fontecchio amassed 14 points (4-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound and four three-pointers in Saturday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Much has been made about Miami's need for spacers, with most of the conversation focused on Klay Thompson and Tim Hardaway Jr. (and with good reason). But Fontecchio is another capable shooter, and he's coming off a season in which he made 37.5 percent of his three-point attempts. Against the Timberwolves, he made four of seven attempts. Fontecchio offered little beyond points and three-pointers, and that's likely to be the norm during the regular season. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? leads Heat starters with 16 points
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 4:37 PM
Nikola Jovi? tallied 16 points (7-of-11 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, three steals and two three-pointers in Saturday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Miami sat most of its established veterans on Saturday, leading to Jovi? starting and taking on a bigger role on offense. He shot well and recorded a solid stat line, missing only blocks. While Jovi? doesn't qualify as a must-draft player in 12-team leagues, he'll be worth a look in deeper leagues. And Miami needs him to bounce back from a disappointing 2025-26. |
Nick Richards Nick Richards grabs 10 rebounds vs. Minnesota
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 4:36 PM
Nick Richards produced seven points (2-of-2 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 10 rebounds, one steal and one blocked shot in Saturday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Richards scored all his points in the third quarter of Saturday's exhibition, but the offense won't earn him a spot on Miami's Opening Night roster. Richards will need to prove himself most in rebounding and defense, and he did well in those areas. However, regardless of Saturday's performance, he won't be an option in fantasy leagues on a roster that includes Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and Bobby Portis. |
Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (illness) ruled out during 4th
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 4:01 PM
Pelle Larsson (illness) will not return to Saturday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Larsson has been dealing with an illness for a few days, but it did not keep the Heat wing from starting Saturday's game. He logged 25 minutes, finishing with 14 points (4-of-15 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), three rebounds and five assists. With Miami's lack of perimeter depth, Larsson will have more opportunities to contribute this season. For that reason, he's worth considering as a late-round option in deeper leagues. |
Klay Thompson Klay Thompson blocks three shots vs. Pelicans
Thu, Oct 8, 2026, 4:01 PM
Klay Thompson tallied five points (2-of-7 FGs), one rebound, three assists, one steal, three blocks and one three-pointer in Thursday's exhibition against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Blocked shots have never been a huge part of Thompson's game, so there's no need to read into his performance against the Pelicans. However, it was good to see the veteran sharpshooter active on the defensive end of the floor. Thompson hasn't shot well in Miami's first two preseason games, but starting gives him a chance to return to fantasy relevance in 2026-27. |
Bobby Portis Jr. Bobby Portis posts 11 points, full stat line
Thu, Oct 8, 2026, 4:00 PM
Bobby Portis accounted for 11 points (4-of-13 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in Thursday's exhibition against the Pelicans.
Analysis: As in Milwaukee, coming off the bench for the Heat will limit Portis' fantasy ceiling. However, that doesn't make him incapable of providing value, especially in deeper leagues. Portis recorded a complete stat line in his 20 minutes on the court on Thursday, and he can do that consistently during the regular season. He won't be the most exciting late-round pick in fantasy drafts, but the veteran forward will be worth a look. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis Antetokounmpo posts 18/4/4/1 stat line
Thu, Oct 8, 2026, 3:56 PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo produced 18 points (8-of-13 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in Thursday's exhibition against the Pelicans.
Analysis: After scoring nine points in his unofficial Heat debut on Saturday, Antetokounmpo was more aggressive in seeking his own scoring opportunities on Thursday. Whether scoring or creating for others, Giannis will have plenty of chances to deliver elite fantasy value in his new home. If the Heat can surround him with enough shooting, Antetokounmpo's fantasy outlook would improve. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? drops 11 points, seven rebounds
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 3:32 PM
Miami Herald
Nikola Jovi? finished Saturday's exhibition against the Raptors with 11 points (3-of-9 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one three-pointer.
Analysis: With the players Miami sent to Milwaukee in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, Jovi? is one returnee who will have every opportunity to contribute more this season. While he didn't have a great night from the floor, the 2022 first-round pick contributed in multiple areas on Saturday. Jovi? admitted recently that his motivation dipped last season after signing his four-year, $62 million extension, so he should be eager to make amends for a disappointing 2025-26. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson records 13/2/2/2 line vs. Toronto
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 3:28 PM
Pelle Larsson accumulated 13 points (3-of-3 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), two rebounds, two assists and two steals in Saturday's exhibition against the Raptors.
Analysis: Having agreed to a four-year extension last month, Larsson's immediate future in Miami is secure. He came off the bench on Saturday and took on more playmaking responsibilities because of the Heat's lack of depth at point guard. With Dru Smith (hamstring) currently out and not guaranteed to be a full go when the regular season begins, Larsson is even more enticing as a late-round option. |
Tim Hardaway Jr. Tim Hardaway Jr. doesn't miss vs. Toronto
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 3:26 PM
Tim Hardaway Jr. tallied 14 points (4-of-4 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs) and three three-pointers in Saturday's exhibition against the Raptors.
Analysis: With a starting lineup that includes two limited perimeter shooters, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the Heat clearly need players who can provide spacing. They signed Hardaway for that reason, and he had an excellent preseason debut on Saturday. The veteran guard didn't miss a shot from the field, making all three of his three-point attempts. Klay Thompson (zero points, two rebounds in 13 minutes) was the fifth starter, but it's unknown if that will hold once the regular season begins. Regardless of what Erik Spoelstra decides, Hardaway could have value for managers in deeper leagues seeking three-point production. |
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Davion Mitchell Davion Mitchell records four assists vs. Raptors
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 2:56 PM
Davion Mitchell notched three points (1-of-5 FGs), one rebound, four assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Saturday's exhibition against the Raptors.
Analysis: Like the other Heat starters, Mitchell was shut down at the half. He didn't have a great night shooting, but that shouldn't dissuade fantasy managers from selecting âOff Nightâ in drafts. Miami lacks depth at point guard, especially with Dru Smith (hamstring) not guaranteed to be fully ready when the regular season begins. With Giannis Antetokounmpo joining the lineup, Mitchell could potentially provide more value in assists and three-pointers than he did in 2025-26. |
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