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Tyler Herro Herro records 17 points, nine boards in return
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 4:28 PM
Tyler Herro piled up 17 points (7-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds and three assists over 28 minutes in Tuesday's lopsided defeat at the hands of the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Herro looked like his usual self coming off the bench in this one following an 11-game absence recovering from a right toe injury. He shot the ball well overall but was just 1-of-4 from three-point range in his first game action since December 9. It was an off night for Miami overall as they shot just 35.7 percent from the floor as a team and failed to break the century mark. It's been a frustrating season for Herro, and fantasy managers, as injuries have limited to just seven games after he played 77 of 82 last year. He shouldn't have too many restrictions from a minutes standpoint moving forward. |
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Norman Powell Powell notches 21 points in loss to Timberwolves
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 4:27 PM
Norman Powell posted 21 points (9-of-17 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), three rebounds and four assists over 30 minutes in Tuesday's one-sided loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Powell knocked down a pair of three-pointers to open the contest but never really got going afterwards as Miami went ice-cold from the floor in the second half and fell behind by nearly 30 points by the middle of the fourth quarter. The 32-year-old has been a revelation for fantasy managers in his Heat debut, averaging 24.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.2 blocks through 32 games. He's scored at least 21 points in seven consecutive games since December 26. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) out Tuesday vs. Minnesota
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 7:21 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is out for Tuesday's matchup with the Timberwolves.
Analysis: The roller coaster ride is at an end. Jaquez Jr. was listed as out on Monday afternoon before getting upgraded to questionable on Monday evening. He's now listed as out, and fantasy managers should expect more run for Nikola Jovi? and Pelle Larsson. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) good to go Tuesday vs. Wolves
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 7:19 AM
Ira Winderman
Tyler Herro (toe) has been upgraded to available for Tuesday's matchup with Minnesota.
Analysis: Herro was available on Sunday, but he didn't take the court. According to Heat reporter Ira Winderman, Herro plans to play against the Timberwolves, which will be his first taste of game action since December 9. Fantasy managers can get him into lineups, but they should temper expectations for his first game back. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) now questionable vs. MIN
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 1:23 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is questionable to play against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
Analysis: Jaquez was initially ruled out for this game, which would've been a second consecutive absence for him. However, he has now been upgraded, which is a good indicator that he may be able to give it a go. He'll return to playing his typical significant reserve role if he is able to suit up. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) out Tuesday vs. Wolves
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 10:02 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is out for Tuesday's matchup with the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Jaquez Jr. sprained his ankle on Saturday, and the injury will force him to miss a second straight game after he sat out Sunday. Nikola Jovi? and Pelle Larsson are candidates for increased run in Jaquez Jr.'s absence. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) questionable Tuesday vs. MIN
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 9:58 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tyler Herro (toe) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup with Minnesota.
Analysis: Herro was available on Sunday, but he didn't play, and he hasn't taken the court since December 9. Until he's ready to return, Kel'el Ware should remain with the first unit. Pelle Larsson and Davion Mitchell should continue to see extended run. |
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Norman Powell Powell goes off for 34 points, Heat rout Pelicans
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 2:38 PM
Norman Powell erupted for 34 points (11-of-15 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and two steals over 28 minutes on Sunday, leading the Heat to a 125-106 blowout win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: Powell got off to a sizzling-hot start on the second night of a back-to-back, going 6-of-7 from the field, including 5-of-6 from three-point range, to enter halftime with 20 points. He kept the momentum going down the home stretch, finishing 9-of-12 from beyond the arc, notching his second 30-point performance in his last three games. The unheralded 32-year-old scoring machine has benefitted greatly from Miami's new run-and-gun style offense in his Heat debut, delivering third-round fantasy value, averaging 24.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.2 blocks through 31 games. The Heat are in line for a four-game week coming up that includes a rematch against Minnesota before road tilts against the Bulls, Pacers and Thunder. |
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Nikola Jovic Jovi? tallies 19/6/3/3/2 line in win over Pelicans
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 2:33 PM
Nikola Jovi? amassed 19 points (7-of-16 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, three steals and two blocks over 25 minutes off the bench during Sunday's lopsided win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: Jovi?, who came into this one nursing a left groin contusion, went 6-of-10 from the floor, scoring 15 points in the opening half as Miami built an early advantage. The 22-year-old cooled off considerably over the final three quarters but still managed to turn in a respectable all-around effort. He's been excellent over the past two weeks, averaging 14.8 points and 5.3 rebounds over his last six games during that span. He's worthy of a speculative fantasy roster spot, especially in deeper leagues. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? (groin) available Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 10:32 AM
Miami Heat
Nikola Jovi? (groin) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Despite suffering a left groin contusion during Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves, Jovi? is good to go for the second game of Miami's weekend back-to-back. There may be a few more minutes available to him since Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is out. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) available Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 10:29 AM
Miami Heat
Pelle Larsson (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Larsson is back after missing two games with a sprained right ankle. Tyler Herro (toe) and Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) are out, so there will be rotation minutes available to the second-year wing. However, he is not a must-roster player in most leagues. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) downgraded to out Sunday
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 10:26 AM
Miami Heat
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Unsurprisingly, Jaquez is out after spraining his right ankle during Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves. With Nikola Jovi? and Pelle Larsson being available, they can absorb most of the minutes that would have gone to Jaquez. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) available but unlikely to play
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 10:21 AM
Anthony Chiang
Tyler Herro (toe) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans, but he is not expected to play.
Analysis: While Herro is available, he is not expected to see any action. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra said the guard remains day-to-day and is unsure when Herro will be available. Kel'el Ware will continue to start until that changes. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) available Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 10:17 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bam Adebayo (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Initially probable for Sunday's game, Adebayo is officially available. He'll occupy his usual place in the Heat starting lineup. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? (groin) questionable Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 6:53 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jovi? (groin) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Jovi? took an inadvertent knee from Rudy Gobert during Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves. However, while hobbled momentarily, he was able to remain in the game. With Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) considered doubtful, the Heat are on track to be down at least one reserve on Sunday. Not having Jovi? would leave them even more shorthanded on the bench. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) probable Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 6:48 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pelle Larsson (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Larsson appears on track to return after a sprained ankle kept him out of Miami's last two games. With Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) listed as doubtful, getting Larsson back will help the Heat from a numbers standpoint. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) doubtful Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 6:46 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Jaquez exited Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves after rolling his right ankle during the second quarter. With Miami's top reserve unlikely to play, there may be more minutes available to Kasparas Jaku?ionis, and Pelle Larsson is probable after missing Saturday's game with a sprained ankle. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) questionable Sunday vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 6:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tyler Herro (toe) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Herro, who last played on December 9, has appeared in six games this season. After his first extended absence of the season, the Heat inserted the guard into the starting lineup immediately. If that were the approach for Sunday (if Herro plays), Kel'el Ware would be the player most likely headed to the bench based on head coach Erik Spoelstra's approach in the past. However, by no means should fantasy managers consider dropping Ware if he's moved into a reserve role. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) probable Sunday vs. New Orleans
Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 6:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bam Adebayo (back) is probable for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Adebayo is once again on the Heat injury report with a sore lower back, but the good news is that he's considered probable for Sunday night. He should take on his usual responsibilities as part of the Heat starting lineup. |
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Norman Powell Powell tallies 21 points in loss to Timberwolves
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 1:38 PM
Norman Powell accumulated 21 points (6-of-13 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), one rebound, one assist and one steal over 24 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: There weren't a ton of bright spots for Miami in this one as they fell behind by nearly 20 points before rallying late to make things a bit closer. The 32-year-old guard has scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 14 games since the start of December. The Heat, who have won four of their last five games, are back in action against the Pelicans on Sunday before opening a busy four-game week that features matchups against the Timberwolves, Bulls, Pacers and Thunder. |
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