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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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Davion Mitchell Mitchell records 14 points in loss to T-Wolves
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 1:37 PM
Davion Mitchell posted 14 points (6-of-9 FGs), three rebounds, five assists and one steal over 30 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Mitchell has benefitted from Tyler Herro's ongoing absence due to a lingering toe issue in addition to Miami's newfound run-and-gun offensive style. The 27-year-old guard has provided an impact for fantasy managers in deeper leagues, averaging 9.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 7.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.1 blocks through 33 games. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) will not return Saturday
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 12:13 PM
Tim Reynolds
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) will not return to Saturday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Jaquez sprained his right ankle while defending Julius Randle during the second quarter of Saturday's game. While it was initially announced that he would be available to return, the Heat changed course and ruled Jaquez out for the rest of the night. The minutes that would usually go to him should be divided among Nikola Jovi? and Kasparas Jaku?ionis. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? (elbow) available vs. Timberwolves.
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 9:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jovi? (elbow) is available for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Jovi? was listed as probable and has now officially been cleared to suit up. He has taken on a larger role off the bench recently, which has led to strong fantasy production. His last game was rough, but he'll look to get back on track in this one. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (thigh) available vs. Minnesota
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 9:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (thigh) is available to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Jaquez was initially listed as probable for this game, so his availability doesn't come as a surprise. He'll continue to occupy his typical role off the bench, which has resulted in a ton of offensive production recently. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) available vs. Minnesota
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 9:27 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bam Adebayo (back) is available to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: As expected, Adebayo will be good to go against Minnesota despite dealing with lower back soreness. He'll occupy his typical role as the team's starting center. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) ruled out vs. Minnesota
Sat, Jan 3, 2026, 9:23 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pelle Larsson (ankle) has been ruled out against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Larsson will miss a second straight game due to an ankle injury he suffered on Monday. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jovi? and Dru Smith should all see a bump in minutes with Larsson unavailable. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? (elbow) probable vs. Minnesota
Fri, Jan 2, 2026, 9:34 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jovi? (elbow) is probable to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Jovi? struggled on Thursday, but before that, he had been playing incredibly well off the bench. He is dealing with an elbow contusion, but he isn't expected to miss Saturday's game, and he'll look to get back on track offensively. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) questionable vs. Minnesota
Fri, Jan 2, 2026, 9:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pelle Larsson (ankle) is questionable to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Larsson missed Thursday's game after an early exit on Monday and could remain out for another game. His minutes were dispersed between Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jovi? and Dru Smith, though all three should continue to play their typical roles if Larsson returns. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaime Jaquez Jr. (thigh) probable vs. Minnesota
Fri, Jan 2, 2026, 9:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (thigh) is probable to play against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Analysis: Jaquez is managing a right thigh contusion, but it isn't expected to impact his availability. He has been on an offensive tear recently and should continue to pour in the points while playing big minutes in this game. |
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