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Simone Fontecchio Simone Fontecchio (ankle) now questionable vs. ATL
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 6:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Simone Fontecchio (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Initially probable for Sunday's game, Fontecchio is trending in the wrong direction on availability. Tyler Herro will be available after sitting out Friday's win over the Wizards; he'll regain his spot in the starting lineup regardless of what happens with Fontecchio. |
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Simone Fontecchio Simone Fontecchio (ankle) probable vs. Atlanta
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Simone Fontecchio (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Fontecchio is dealing with a sore left ankle, but the probable tag suggests he's on track to play. He started Friday's win over the Wizards and scored 24 points, knocking down six three-pointers. |
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Dru Smith Dru Smith, Nikola Jovi? to remain out vs. Atlanta
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:30 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dru Smith (foot) and Nikola Jovi? (ankle) are out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: The continued absences of Smith and Jovi? will not significantly impact the Heat rotation, as both were on the outside looking in when healthy. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (groin) questionable vs. Atlanta
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell (groin) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Powell did not play in Friday's win over the Wizards, which factored into rookie Keshad Johnson playing 30 minutes off the bench. If Powell can play in Sunday's regular-season finale, and the Heat still have a chance of moving into the No. 9 seed, Johnson's playing time will decrease. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro, Davion Mitchell available vs. Atlanta
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:22 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tyler Herro (foot) and Davion Mitchell (shoulder) are available for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Herro and Mitchell are available for Sunday's regular-season finale after not playing in Friday's win over the Wizards. Their returns will push Simone Fontecchio and Kasparas Jaku?ionis to the bench, with the former offering a higher ceiling when used in a reserve role. A win over the Hawks, combined with a Hornets loss to the Knicks, would move Miami into the No. 9 seed. They would host the 9 vs. 10 game on Wednesday night. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. records 23 points, eight assists
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:29 PM
Jaime Jaquez Jr. notched 23 points (10-of-14 FGs), four rebounds, eight assists and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Jaquez is one of the betting favorites for NBA Sixth Man of the Year, and with good reason. More often than not, the third-year forward provides reliable production off the bench. His stat line against the Wizards did not include any defensive stats, but Jaquez shot over 70 percent from the field and finished two assists shy of a double-double. The Heat end their regular season with a game against the Hawks on Sunday. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson posts 24 points, six assists
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:29 PM
Pelle Larsson tallied 24 points (8-of-14 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), six assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Friday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Despite Tyler Herro, Norman Powell and Davion Mitchell being out, Larsson came off the bench on Friday. The change in role did not negatively impact his ability to provide value, with the second-year wing's 24 points being the most in a game for him since March 12, when he scored 28 against the Bucks. Miami will have something to play for on Sunday, as it can jump Charlotte for ninth with a win over the Hawks and a Hornets loss to the Knicks. |
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Simone Fontecchio Simone Fontecchio drains six three-pointers
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:28 PM
Simone Fontecchio amassed 24 points (8-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, one steal and six three-pointers in Friday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Inserted into the Heat starting lineup with Tyler Herro sidelined, Fontecchio had one of his best offensive showings of the season. The 6-foot-7 forward made six of his seven three-point attempts, scoring a season-high 24 points. If Herro remains out for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Fontecchio may get another start. At a minimum, he likely got himself back onto Erik Spoelstra's radar after being a DNP-CD the prior two games. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo posts 20/11/8/1/1 line vs. Wizards
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:28 PM
Bam Adebayo finished Friday's win over the Wizards with 20 points (7-of-14 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), 11 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Adebayo finished Friday's blowout victory two assists shy of a triple-double, recording a complete line in 38 minutes. The combination of Miami's win and Charlotte's loss to the Pistons keeps the door open for the Heat to finish ninth in the standings, which would give them home-court advantage in the 9 vs. 10 Play-In Tournament game. |
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Davion Mitchell Davion Mitchell (shoulder) downgraded to out
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 12:35 PM
NBA Injury Report
Davion Mitchell (shoulder) is out for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Mitchell, who recorded his fifth double-double of the season in Thursday's loss to the Raptors, is out with a right shoulder contusion. His absence likely means a spot start for rookie Kasparas Jaku?ionis, who has seldom merited streaming in fantasy leagues this season. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (groin) downgraded to out vs. WAS
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 11:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell (groin) is out for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Powell's sore right groin will keep him out of Friday's game, one day after he logged 17 minutes in a loss to the Raptors. Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez Jr. will take on more prominent roles, with the former remaining in the starting lineup. |
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Davion Mitchell Davion Mitchell (shoulder) questionable Friday
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 8:54 AM
NBA Injury Report
Davion Mitchell (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's matchup with the Wizards.
Analysis: Mitchell is dealing with a right shoulder contusion, and âOff Nightâ could get a night off. Kasparas Jaku?ionis could see some extra run if Mitchell is ultimately ruled out. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro, Norman Powell questionable Friday
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 7:34 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tyler Herro (foot) and Norman Powell (groin) are questionable for Friday's matchup with the Wizards.
Analysis: Herro is dealing with right foot soreness, and Powell is dealing with right groin soreness, so there is a chance that both players sit out against Washington. With Miami locked into the No. 10 seed, there is no reason for the team to play its stars if they are banged up. Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez Jr. should see more run if Herro and Powell have to sit out. |
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Davion Mitchell Davion Mitchell dishes out 11 assists vs. Toronto
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 3:44 PM
Davion Mitchell produced 15 points (7-of-9 FGs, 1-of-4 FTs), three rebounds and 11 assists in Thursday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: Mitchell has reached double figures in assists on nine occasions this season, with Thursday's 11 being the most in a game for him since a New Year's Day win over the Pistons. Add in the points, and âOff Nightâ finished with his fifth double-double of the season. The three-point shooting remains a work in progress, but Mitchell has made strides as a point guard this season. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro hits three triples, scores 15 points
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 3:42 PM
Tyler Herro finished Thursday's loss to the Raptors with 15 points (6-of-12 FGs), four rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers.
Analysis: While Herro finished Thursday's defeat with a solid field-goal percentage, the Heat need more production from him than what they received in their two games in Toronto. He totaled 29 points and four three-pointers in the two defeats, which isn't going to cut it when considering the Heat roster. Herro's name was one mentioned in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors in the winter, and it's fair to wonder if Miami's front office will intensify its pursuit of the âGreek Freakâ this offseason. And with the Heat once again in the Play-In Tournament, significant changes may be needed. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo posts 24/11/8/1/2 line vs. Toronto
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 3:42 PM
Bam Adebayo amassed 24 points (9-of-14 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), 11 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: After a poor showing in Tuesday's loss to the Raptors, Adebayo rebounded nicely on Thursday. After shooting 1-of-7 from deep the last time out, the Heat captain was 2-of-4 on Thursday, choosing to do more of his work around the basket. Adebayo has certainly improved as a perimeter shooter, but there are times when he spends too much time away from the basket, which often bails out the defense. He'll remain a valuable option for fantasy managers in 2026-27, but the lingering question is whether the Heat will make major roster changes. |
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Dru Smith Dru Smith (foot) downgraded to out vs. Toronto
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 11:41 AM
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Dru Smith (foot) is out for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Smith did not see action in Tuesday's loss to the Raptors, and he won't be available for Thursday's rematch. His absence has minimal impact on the Heat rotation, especially if Norman Powell can play. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (groin) available vs. Toronto
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 5:31 AM
Anthony Chiang
Norman Powell (groin) says that he will play in Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Thursday's game with a sore groin, Powell said after pregame shootaround that he will play. If he starts, that would move Pelle Larsson to the bench, which limits the second-year wing's value in active fantasy leagues. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (groin) questionable vs. Toronto
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:19 PM
NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell (groin) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Powell returned to action on Tuesday after missing the previous four due to illness, and now he's dealing with a sore groin. Pelle Larsson remained in the starting lineup on Tuesday; Simone Fontecchio could see action on Thursday if Powell doesn't play. Fontecchio was a DNP-CD the last time out. |
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Dru Smith Dru Smith (foot) questionable Thursday vs. Toronto
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:18 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dru Smith (foot) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: After missing Tuesday's loss to the Raptors, Smith has a chance to take the floor in Thursday's rematch. The fourth-year guard has played a complementary role throughout the year, logging just one start while playing 16.3 minutes per game overall. He's totaled only 26 minutes over his last four appearances. |
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