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MIA • Guard • #14
30 days ago
Herro is dealing with a sore right foot, but the probable tag suggests that he will be available on Saturday. If he can’t play, Kasparas Jakučionis and Kel’el Ware are potential replacements in the starting lineup. Ware offers a higher streaming ceiling when allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
30 days ago
Powell will sit out a fourth straight game while dealing with an upper respiratory illness, and his next chance to take the court will come on Tuesday. With the fantasy playoffs wrapping up for many managers on Sunday, Powell can be dropped. Pelle Larsson should fill in for him once again.
Source: Barry Jackson
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Harden’s night in San Francisco wasn’t as prolific as one would expect, but he was available when the Cavaliers needed him most. Down the stretch, the two-man game between and center Jarrett Allen (16 points, 13 rebounds and one steal) produced some key baskets to help Cleveland remain one game in the loss column behind New York for third place in the East. The Cavaliers are off until Sunday, when they host the lottery-bound Pacers. That could be a game where Harden gets his gaudy assist numbers.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Over his last four appearances, Strus has shot 20-of-36 from beyond the arc. He made six of his ten attempts on Thursday, surpassing 20 points for the second time in three games. With Sam Merrill (3/2/5/1 with one three-pointer) struggling and Dean Wade (ankle) still out, Strus has taken on added fantasy value. And there’s one more game in Week 23, with the Cavaliers hosting the Pacers on Sunday.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Mitchell led six Cavaliers in double figures as they managed to pull away from the Warriors late. And this was an excellent night to have the star guard rostered, as he finished with a complete stat line and excellent shooting percentages. Cleveland’s Week 23 schedule was front-loaded, with three games in the first four days. They’ll finish the week on Sunday against the Pacers in what should be a good matchup for Mitchell.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Jaquez’s double-double was his sixth of the season and first in just over two months. Rostered in 36 percent of Yahoo! leagues, the Heat wing is ranked outside the top-150 over the past two weeks. Jaquez’s value has not been terrible, but the lack of upside does mean that he isn’t a must-roster player in 12-team leagues.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
One game removed from putting up 30 in a win over the 76ers, Herro struggled with his shot on Wednesday. He made just one of his five two-point attempts, which did a number on the overall field-goal percentage. Herro did provide good value in assists and three-pointers, but fantasy managers were likely hoping for a more efficient scoring night. He’ll look to bounce back on Saturday when the Heat host the Wizards.
MIA • Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
After struggling with his perimeter shot in his first two-plus NBA seasons, Mitchell has made significant strides since joining the Heat last season. A 44.7 percent shooter from deep in his 30 regular-season games for Miami last season, “Off Night” has made over 39 percent of his attempts in 2025-26. Against the Celtics, Mitchell shot 5-of-10 from three and dished out seven assists without a turnover. The Heat play once more in Week 23, as they host the Wizards on Saturday.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo extended his double-double streak to five games on Wednesday, with the 29 points being the most in a game for him since March 21. Shooting 5-of-10 from beyond the arc, all that Bam’s line lacked was a blocked shot. While the Heat aren’t locked into the Play-In tournament yet, they risk being seeded ninth or tenth, which would require two wins to reach the playoffs as the 8-seed.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Merrill appears to be on track to play on Thursday after missing Tuesday’s game against the Lakers. The sixth-year guard has been featured as a starter in the backcourt most recently, and his return to the lineup could potentially send Max Strus back to the bench. Merrill is averaging 12.9 points and 3.1 three-pointers per game this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins is good to go after being listed as questionable on the injury report released by the Heat on Tuesday evening. He’ll take on his usual role within the starting lineup, making it six consecutive games for him after missing eight games due to the toe injury that landed him on Tuesday’s report.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins was initially questionable for this game, but now he is expected to suit up, which will be a sixth straight appearance for him. He scored 14 points and added five stocks in Monday’s win over the 76ers and will look to stay hot in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Strus was back in the lineup after sitting out the first leg of this back-to-back, and he ended up starting for the first time this season. He wasn’t able to match his season-high 29 points that he scored on Friday, but he remained efficient. Still, the lopsided score limited him to 23 minutes, so it ended up being a subpar night. If he remains a starter when Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson and Dean Wade are all healthy, Strus should be a reliable option for fantasy managers for the rest of the season.
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Allen sat the first leg of this back-to-back, but he was able to lead the Cavaliers in scoring in his return to the lineup. All 18 of his points came before halftime, and he didn’t end up seeing the floor much after the break. This was an ugly loss for the Cavs that was somewhat redeemed on the scoreboard during the fourth quarter. Allen only played 19 minutes in this game after playing 18 in his return on Friday, though both games were blowouts. He’ll likely continue to have his minutes managed in Golden State on Thursday.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Allen will be back in his typical starting spot, and with Sam Merrill out, Allen will just be filling the void. The change will be Strus replacing Keon Ellis in what will be his first start of the season. Strus lit it up with 29 points in his most recent appearance and will look to stay hot in a larger role.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins missed a handful of games this month with a toe injury, but he has played in Miami’s last five games, including both ends of a back-to-back. If that changes, Simone Fontecchio will likely return to the starting lineup in place of Wiggins.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell is set to miss a third game due to illness as he’s been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics. With the 32-year-old shooting guard sidelined, Pelle Larsson had 20 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in 36 minutes in Monday’s win over the 76ers. Larsson figures to make another start Wednesday.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Strus sat out of the first leg of this back-to-back to ensure he was available to play against Los Angeles. He scored a season-high 29 points in his most recent appearance and will look to stay hot off the bench in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Merrill played 28 minutes as a starter on Monday, but he will be held out for the second leg of this back-to-back. Keon Ellis started in place of Jarrett Allen on Monday, but with Merrill out, he should continue to start, even with Allen back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Allen sat out on Monday, which was the first leg of a back-to-back. He’ll return to take on Los Angeles, though with Sam Merrill (hamstring) sidelined, Keon Ellis could remain in the starting unit for a second straight game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
With Jarrett Allen (knee) unavailable, Ellis moved into the Cavaliers’ starting lineup on Monday. The production was adequate, as he logged 32 minutes and recorded a complete stat line. With Allen and Max Strus both expected to be available for Tuesday’s game against the Lakers, there isn’t much to gain from holding onto Ellis in most leagues.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
On a night when Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell scored 34 points each, Harden had one of his most productive nights as a Cavalier in the assist category. He has reached double figures in that category five times since being traded to Cleveland, including each of the team’s last two games. In wins over the Heat and Jazz, The Beard accumulated 28 assists and two turnovers. Cleveland plays three more games in Week 23, starting with the Lakers on Tuesday.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Coming off one of his worst performances of the season, Mitchell may have been thrilled to see the lottery-bound Jazz on the schedule. While the Cavaliers managed to beat the Heat on March 27, Spida shot 1-of-10 from the field, finishing with six points. He did not run into much resistance on Monday, shooting over 50 percent from the field. Mitchell was also responsible for five assists and three three-pointers in an excellent start to his Week 23.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
With Jarrett Allen (knee) getting the night off, Mobley was dominant in the opener of Cleveland’s three-game road trip. In addition to shooting over 70 percent from the field, he provided excellent value in rebounds and blocked shots. Mobley’s season-long fantasy value has not been what most fantasy managers expected before the season began. However, he’s still capable of big nights, especially when Allen is not available. The Cavaliers should have both of their bigs available for Tuesday’s game against the Lakers.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Since returning from a toe injury that sidelined him for eight games earlier this month, Wiggins has been very productive in the defensive categories. Counting the three steals and two blocks he recorded on Monday, the veteran forward has accumulated nine steals and six blocks over his last five games. With Wiggins scoring 15 points or less in each of those outings, the defensive production has given his fantasy value a welcome boost.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
With Norman Powell (illness) missing a second consecutive game, Larsson remained in the Heat starting lineup on Monday. And he was considerably better against the 76ers than he was in Sunday’s loss to the Pacers. The second-year wing recorded his first double-double as a pro, throwing in a few assists for good measure. While Larsson is not a must-roster player when the Heat are whole, he is worth streaming when allowed to start.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo only attempted 11 shots on Monday, but the ability to get to the foul line boosted his point total. The Heat center’s 13 free-throw attempts were the most in a game for him since March 12, the game after Bam went off for 83 points. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was a nice start to Week 23 for Adebayo and those managing him in fantasy leagues.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
In a game that determined the head-to-head tiebreaker between the Heat and 76ers, Herro had one of his most productive nights since the All-Star break. He has scored 30 points or more in consecutive games for the first time this season, and the Heat guard has three 30-point games since the break. Over the past two weeks, Herro has averaged 21.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.8 three-pointers per game while shooting 47.4 percent from the field and 92.9 percent from the foul line.
CLE • Point Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Sidelined by a groin injury, Porter is available to make his first appearance in a game since March 13. While there may be a few rotation minutes available, Porter is unlikely to get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
The Cavaliers won’t have Jarrett Allen for Monday’s game, as it’s the first of two in as many nights. Ellis moves into the starting lineup, and he’s worth a look in deep leagues due to the matchup.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro is good to go after being added to the Heat injury report on Monday afternoon. He’ll occupy his usual place within the starting lineup in what is a key game for both teams.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson is good to go for Monday’s game, which will help the Heat account for Norman Powell’s continued absence due to illness. Larsson started Sunday’s loss to the Pacers and played 36 minutes. He is worth streaming in deep leagues, especially if Tyler Herro (neck) joins Powell on the sidelines.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro has been added to the Heat injury report for Monday’s game. The good news is that he’s considered probable, meaning that it’s more likely that Herro plays than not.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
An illness kept Powell out of Sunday’s tilt with the Pacers, and the quick turnaround to face the 76ers didn’t give him enough time to recover. With Powell out for a second straight game, Pelle Larsson should be the biggest fantasy beneficiary.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro hadn’t scored 20 points in three consecutive games entering play Sunday, but bounced back in the loss to the Pacers. The 26-year-old point guard also had five three-pointers, which is the most he’s had in a game since the last time he had 30 points: Earlier this month against the Hornets. The Heat have three games upcoming in Week 23, starting with a matchup against the 76ers on Monday.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Cavaliers, who visit the Lakers on Tuesday. Strus will sit on Monday, conceivably to ensure he’s good to go for what projects to be a more challenging matchup. Sam Merrill, who has been in the starting lineup, takes on added importance with Strus unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Cavaliers, who visit the Lakers on Tuesday. As a result, it makes sense that Allen would sit on Monday for injury management reasons. Evan Mobley will shift to the center position, with Keon Ellis being a potential replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Wade has missed Cleveland’s last two games with a sprained right ankle, while a left great toe bone bruise has sidelined Tyson for the last four. According to the Cavaliers, they’ll continue their respective rehabilitation processes in Cleveland while the team hits the road for a three-game trip that concludes on Thursday against the Warriors. Sam Merrill has served as the fifth starter in Wade’s absence, while Max Strus offers value despite coming off the bench.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Initially listed on the injury report due to back spasms, Powell has been ruled out because of an upper respiratory illness. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Pelle Larsson being the most likely replacement.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell is dealing with back spasms, landing the Heat guard on the injury report for Sunday. If he’s unable to play, Pelle Larsson is the player most likely to move into the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Ware was solid in Miami’s two games against the Cavaliers, totaling 27 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, one steal, one blocked shot and five three-pointers. Inconsistency has been an issue for the second-year center, and the recent returns of Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins limit Ware’s upside, even though they don’t share the same position. Ware can still be an asset during the fantasy playoff weeks, as evidenced by his two games in Cleveland, but most managers know to keep their expectations in check.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
The good news for fantasy managers is that Adebayo was active on the boards, as he grabbed a game-high 16 rebounds. However, with the Cavaliers getting Jarrett Allen back from a knee injury, Bam had a brutal night on offense. He shot 1-of-8 from three and wasn’t much better inside of the arc, shooting 2-of-6 from two. Sunday’s matchup with the Pacers sets up to be more manageable for Adebayo and the Heat, at least on paper.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Jaquez was one of the few Heat players to be productive in Friday’s defeat, two days after Miami routed the Cavaliers in Cleveland. His 20 points on Friday were tops on the team, and he did so on 9-of-13 shooting from the field. Add in the assists and three-pointers, and this was a decent effort for managers rostering the Heat reserve.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Strus put on a show shooting the basketball, as he was 8-of-11 from beyond the arc. And the 22 points he scored in the first half were a career-high. Add in the eight rebounds and 29 points, and this was an excellent night for those who have Strus on their fantasy rosters. Sam Merrill (10/3/4 with two three-pointers in 27 minutes) remains the fifth starter with Dean Wade unavailable, but it’s fair to wonder if Strus will eventually reclaim the role he held last season.
Source: NBA
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Cleveland’s “others” handled a large chunk of the scoring on Friday, with Harden doing a masterful job of running the show. He recorded 14 assists and committed just one turnover, more than compensating for a 4-of-11 night from the field. Donovan Mitchell (6/4/6/4) struggled shooting the basketball, going 1-of-10 from the field, but the Cavaliers had plenty of help in one of their best showings of the season.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
When Mobley and Jarrett Allen are on the floor, there have been questions in the past about how their respective upsides are impacted. Both were excellent on Friday, recording double-doubles in the blowout of the Heat. Having some help up front paid dividends for Mobley, who was limited to eight points and five rebounds in Wednesday’s loss to the Heat. The negative for fantasy managers is that Cleveland doesn’t play again in Week 22, but they do have four games in Week 23.
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Friday’s game was the first for Allen since March 3, so his playing time was limited. He made the most of his opportunities, putting up a double-double in just 18 minutes on the floor. The version of the Cavaliers that played against the Heat is capable of making noise in the playoffs, and Allen can be a productive option for fantasy managers in these final weeks of the regular season.
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Allen will be back after missing the last 10 games with knee tendinitis. He’ll start, which will push Keon Ellis to the bench, though he should continue to play a large role as a reserve. The rest of the starters will remain the same as they look to avenge Wednesday’s loss to Miami.
Source: Serena Winters
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Jaquez will be good to go despite initially being listed as questionable for this game. He should continue to occupy his regular role off the bench, which has been around 20 minutes during his last three appearances.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Allen is on track to take the court for the first time since March 3. If he’s ultimately cleared, Allen could be on a minutes restriction, but his return will lower Evan Mobley’s fantasy ceiling. Guys like Max Strus and Jaylon Tyson could see a reduction in playing time, too.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Friday’s game will be the fourth missed by Tyson and the seventh by Porter due to their respective injuries. The former’s absence is more impactful on fantasy basketball, with Max Strus and Keon Ellis in line to absorb the minutes that would have gone to Tyson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Wade sprained his right ankle just before Wednesday’s loss to the Heat and did not play. Keon Ellis moved into the starting lineup, but that was with the Cavaliers also not having Max Strus. One of those two will likely be the fifth starter, with Strus offering a higher offensive ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Due to tendonitis in his right knee, Allen has not appeared in a game since March 3. Allen’s absence has shifted Evan Mobley from power forward to center, raising his fantasy ceiling. If Allen remains out, Max Strus could move into the starting lineup because Dean Wade is unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
After sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Heat, Strus will be available for Friday’s rematch. His return cuts into the opportunities for Keon Ellis, who made a spot start the last time out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Jaquez, who has been dealing with a hip injury recently, is back on the Heat injury report because of a sprained right ankle. He logged 19 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Cavaliers, with fellow reserve Pelle Larsson playing 34 minutes. A similar split in playing time could be in the cards for Friday’s rematch in Cleveland.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Mitchell was coming off a 42-point performance in the win over the Magic on Tuesday. The difference in the two games for the 29-year-old shooting guard were simple: free throws. Mitchell was 11-of-11 from the line against the Magic and didn’t even attempt a single free throw against the Heat. He was still able to put up 28 points and four three-pointers. Mitchell has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Cavaliers only have one more game this week with a rematch against the Heat on Friday.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell must be feeling better as the Heat moved him back into the starting lineup after coming off the bench following an injury absence. The 32-year-old responded with 19 points and three three-pointers. Powell has provided 12th-round per game value over the last two weeks. His managers will benefit from the Heat playing two more games this week.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo was 5-of-10 from the field if you remove his ugly 1-of-9 from behind the three-point line. Otherwise it was an excellent game for the 28-year-old center in a tough matchup against the Cavaliers’ frontline. Adebayo has provided top-75 per game value over the last two weeks. The Heat have two more games this week with a rematch against the Cavaliers set for Friday.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro has eclipsed the 30-point mark just once all season and perhaps efforts like Wednesday’s in the win over the Cavaliers is more of what we can expect from the 26-year-old point guard going forward. He still has a lot of value if he can score around 20 points with better efficiency and contributions in the other categories. Herro has provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Since returning to action after missing seven games due to injury, Powell has come off the bench in three of his four appearances. However, that has not negatively affected his production, as the veteran guard has scored at least 17 points in each. Against the Spurs, Powell shot 4-of-11 from beyond the arc, with a low field-goal percentage and four turnovers as negatives of his night. He and the Heat will look to bounce back when they visit the Cavaliers on Wednesday.