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Andrew Wiggins Wiggins drops 28 points in blowout win over Pacers
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 5:17 PM
Andrew Wiggins amassed 28 points (12-of-16 FGs), six rebounds, three assists, three steals and one block over 31 minutes, leading the Heat to a 142-116 blowout victory over the Pacers.
Analysis: Wiggins eclipsed the 20-point barrier for the first time since December 1, scoring 18 points in the second-half as Miami shot 58 percent from the floor (31-of-53) to score 83 points over the final two quarters. The 30-year-old has contributed seventh-round fantasy value this season, averaging 16.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks over 28 games. |
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Jaime Jaquez Jaquez scores 28 off the bench in win over Pacers
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 5:16 PM
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 28 points (11-of-15 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's lopsided win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Jaquez supplied a spark off the bench in this one, knocking down 11-of-15 from the floor to help lift Miami past the floundering Pacers. The 24-year-old is averaging 22.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.3 blocks over his last four games across the past week. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) progressing but lacks timetable
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 12:33 PM
Anthony Chiang
Tyler Herro (toe) is progressing in his recovery but still lacks a clearly defined return timeline.
Analysis: Herro has not appeared in a game since December 9, with Saturday's matchup with the Pacers being the seventh straight that he's missed. According to Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra, the guard is progressing in his recovery, but he does not have a timeline for return. Once Herro is cleared to return and play without restrictions, Pelle Larsson is the player most likely headed to the bench, with Davion Mitchell's defense keeping him with the starters. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) out Saturday vs. Pacers
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:10 AM
Tyler Herro (toe) is out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Herro is set to miss his seventh consecutive game with a toe injury. Davion Mitchell had six points and seven assists in 29 minutes as the starting point guard in the win over the Hawks on Friday. He'll continue to have that role with Herro out. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) out Saturday vs. Pacers
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:06 AM
Bam Adebayo (back) is out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Adebayo is set to miss another game with lower back tightness. Kel'el Ware will continue to see a bump in usage while Pelle Larsson started and had 21 points in Friday's win over the Hawks. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) scores 21 points in return
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 3:25 PM
Pelle Larsson (ankle) accounted for 21 points (9-of-13 FGs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Hawks.
Analysis: Friday's game was the first for Larsson since December 9, as a sprained left ankle sidelined him. And with Bam Adebayo (back) unavailable, the second-year wing was inserted into the starting lineup. To say that Larsson's performance in Atlanta was encouraging would be an understatement; the 21 points were a career-high, and he also provided solid value in rebounds, assists and three-pointers. With Adebayo and Tyler Herro (toe) out, Larsson and Jaime Jaquez Jr. (16/5/3/3 with one three-pointer) have higher fantasy ceilings. The difference is that while Jaquez doesn't need to start to provide solid value, Larsson does. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell paces Heat with 25 points Friday
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 3:24 PM
Norman Powell finished Friday's win over the Hawks with 25 points (9-of-16 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, five assists, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Powell and the Heat won in Atlanta by a comfortable margin, with a 31-19 second quarter allowing the visitors to grab control. The 25 points were the most he's scored in a game in three weeks, when the Heat guard dropped 28 on the Magic on December 5. With Bam Adebayo (back) joining Tyler Herro (toe) on the sidelines, Powell becomes Miami's top scoring option, which should raise his fantasy ceiling. The return home for their final game of Week 10 on Saturday against the Pacers, who also played on Friday. |
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Pelle Larsson MIA starts Mitchell, Powell, Pelle, Wiggins, Ware
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 12:45 PM
NBA Lineups
Davion Mitchell, Norman Powell, Pelle Larsson, Andrew Wiggins and Kel'el Ware will start Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Larsson is back after missing five games with a sprained ankle, and he has been inserted into the starting lineup. The Heat are without Bam Adebayo (back), opening up a spot for Larsson. The other four starters are unchanged. |
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Keshad Johnson Keshad Johnson (illness) available Friday vs. ATL
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 11:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Keshad Johnson (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Johnson will be available for Friday's game despite dealing with an illness. However, his availability does not affect fantasy basketball, even with Tyler Herro unavailable. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) available Friday vs. Atlanta
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 11:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pelle Larsson (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Larsson is good to go after missing Miami's last five games with a sprained left ankle. He'll provide additional depth on the wings but should not be considered a must-roster player in fantasy leagues. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? (elbow) available Friday vs. Atlanta
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 11:06 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jovi? (elbow) is available for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: After a four-game absence, Jovi? will be available for Friday's game. With Bam Adebayo (back) out, there may be additional minutes available to Jovi?, but he's unlikely to get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) downgraded to out Friday
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 11:03 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bam Adebayo (back) is out for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Adebayo was initially doubtful for Friday's game, so the downgrade in status was expected. Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr. are potential replacements, with the latter offering a slightly higher ceiling, especially in category leagues. |
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Keshad Johnson Keshad Johnson (illness) probable vs. Atlanta
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 5:42 AM
Keshad Johnson (illness) is probable to play against the Hawks on Friday.
Analysis: Johnson was initially listed as questionable but is now expected to play against Atlanta. However, he hasn't been a consistent part of Miami's rotation this season, and that likely won't change in this game. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) now doubtful vs. Atlanta
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 5:40 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bam Adebayo (back) is doubtful to play against the Hawks on Friday.
Analysis: Adebayo has been downgraded after initially being listed as questionable for this game. Kel'el Ware has been starting recently and will see a bump in minutes and production with Adebayo unavailable. Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr. are candidates to fill the open starting spot, though Jaquez should play a large role regardless. |
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Pelle Larsson Pelle Larsson (ankle) probable Friday vs. Atlanta
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 10:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pelle Larsson (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Larsson has missed the last five games since suffering a sprained left ankle. While the Heat will remain without Tyler Herro (toe), the returns of Larsson and Nikola Jovi? (elbow) would make for a crowded perimeter rotation. Rookie Kasparas Jaku?ionas could be the odd man out, but that won't significantly affect fantasy basketball. |
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Nikola Jovic Nikola Jovi? (elbow) probable Friday vs. Atlanta
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 10:29 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jovi? (elbow) is probable for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Jovi? is on track to return to action after an elbow contusion sidelined him for Miami's last four games. While he will provide additional depth at the forward positions upon clearance, it won't be enough to make Jovi? a must-roster player in most fantasy leagues. |
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Keshad Johnson Keshad Johnson (illness) questionable Friday
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 10:24 AM
NBA Injury Report
Keshad Johnson (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Johnson's availability does not affect fantasy basketball, even with Tyler Herro (toe) still out. Plus, with Nikola Jovi? and Pelle Larsson considered probable, Johnson may not see any action on Friday. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro (toe) to remain out Friday vs. ATL
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 10:20 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tyler Herro (toe) is out for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Herro will miss a sixth straight game after aggravating the toe injury that sidelined him earlier in the season. Kel'el Ware has started Miami's last four games and will likely remain in that role. He should already be rostered in most fantasy leagues. |
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Bam Adebayo Bam Adebayo (back) questionable Friday vs. ATL
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 10:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bam Adebayo (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Adebayo is dealing with lower back tightness, casting some doubt on his availability for Friday's game. If he can't go, Kel'el Ware would be the lone post player on the floor. The second-year center has flourished recently, whether he starts or comes off the bench. |
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Bam Adebayo Adebayo collects 12 rebounds in loss to Raptors
Tue, Dec 23, 2025, 4:35 PM
Bam Adebayo recorded nine points (4-of-11 FGs, 1-of-3 FTs), 12 rebounds, three assists and two steals over 34 minutes during Tuesday's lopsided defeat at the hands of the Raptors.
Analysis: There's an old expression about symbolically burying the game film instead of re-watching it. That might be applicable in this scenario for the Heat after they shot just 40 percent from the floor, including 8-of-30 from three-point range, and committed 17 turnovers in an ugly loss where they scored just 91 points. Adebayo collected double-digit rebounds for the fourth time in his last five games but was held to just nine points. |
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