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38-35|L10: 8-2
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Wizards
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MIA • Forward • #16
27 days ago
Undrafted from Arizona in 2024, Johnson has been a part of the Heat’s bench for the last two seasons. The 24-year-old forward won the slam dunk contest, besting the Spurs’ Carter Bryant in the final round. Bryant earned the only 50 score of the night with a dunk that resembled Vince Carter’s iconic dunk in the 2000 slam dunk contest, but failed to complete a dunk on his next turn. Johnson won the competition with a windmill jam after taking off from a step inside the free throw line.
MIA • Guard • #24
28 days ago
After putting up All-Star-level numbers with the Clippers last season, Powell was traded to the Heat ahead of the final year of his current contract. And the move east has been a successful one for the guard individually, going into the All-Star break with averages of 23.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.2 steals, and 2.9 three-pointers per game. That production was good enough to earn Powell his first All-Star nod, and he hopes to continue the relationship with the Heat for years to come. “Hopefully, there’s some good synergy from what they’ve seen that I bring to the table,” Powell said, according to the Miami Herald. “And hopefully a deal is able to be done sometime. But yeah, I see myself being here and being a part of the Heat organization for however long they’ll have me.” Having entered the season with a Yahoo! ADP of 86, Powell has offered top-50 fantasy value for most of the season. A lingering subplot for the Heat is Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee, and the team is one of many that will have more resources at its disposal in the summer to make a move for the star forward if he becomes available.
Source: Miami Herald
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
30 days ago
Tristan Vukčević (illness) is out on Wednesday against Cleveland, so Anthony Gill could see big minutes. Assuming he’s healthy, Vukčević has a clear path to meaningful minutes post All-Star break, and he could be a “silly season” hero down the stretch.
Source: Shams Charania
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Ware’s inconsistency has been maddening, as it’s landed him in Erik Spoelstra’s dog house on multiple occasions. However, after a poor showing in Monday’s loss to the Jazz, he got another opportunity to start on Wednesday. Give Ware credit for taking advantage of the opportunity, recording his second double-double in three games. While his season-long value remains high, Ware’s inconsistency lowers his ceiling. Hopefully, he’ll be able to go on a sustained run of good play after the All-Star break.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
While he wasn’t the choice to fill the void left in the starting lineup by Andrew Wiggins, that didn’t prevent Jaquez from having another solid night at the office. And it was much needed, as the Heat wing totaled 13 points on 3-of-19 shooting against the Wizards and Jazz. Jaquez’s 23 points were the most in a game for him since a December 27 win over the Pacers in which he dropped 28. Add in the other categories, and this was an excellent night to have Jaquez rostered. Myron Gardner made the spot start in Wiggins’ absence, finishing with eight points, 10 rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in 23 minutes.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
While his season-long value has not met the expectations of most fantasy managers, Adebayo goes into the All-Star break on a high note. He scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 13 games, recording eight double-doubles. During this run, Adebayo was a third-round player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Heat complete their Week 17 with two games after the All-Star break, starting with the Hawks on February 20.
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Back in action for the first time since January 29, Johnson was limited to 18 minutes on Wednesday. While other Wizards have seen their playing time limited recently, one would assume that Johnson will play more after the All-Star break. That alone gives him “silly season standout” potential. A sneaky option who doesn’t need to be stashed is Jaden Hardy, who played 18 minutes in his Wizards debut and finished with 11 points, one rebound, one assist, and three three-pointers.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly is one of the Wizards players fantasy managers will be watching his minutes as much, if not more, than his stat lines for the rest of the season. He shot the ball reasonably well against the Cavaliers, but was limited to 24 minutes. Justin Champagnie (12/4/2/2 with two three-pointers) came off the bench on Wednesday and also played 24 minutes. Coulibaly is most valuable to managers who need defensive production, but that doesn’t do them much good if his minutes are being cut for draft lottery reasons.
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
While George led the Wizards in scoring on Wednesday, he only played 24 minutes. And that may be the frustrating aspect of rostering him in fantasy leagues for the rest of this season. He doesn’t need much time to put up solid numbers, but the second-year wing has not exceeded 27 minutes in any of his last five appearances. Will Riley (4/4/2) shot a frigid 1-of-12 from the field but played 29 minutes. That may be the norm after the All-Star break.
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
With Andrew Wiggins (toe) sidelined for this game, Gardner will enter the starting unit for Miami. Gardner has been productive as a starter recently, averaging 12.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals across his last three starts. He should be able to contribute decent value in an increased role.
Source: Ira Winderman
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukčević popped up on the injury report Wednesday morning with an illness and was ruled out early in the afternoon. With the 22-year-old forward out and Alex Sarr (hamstring) questionable, Anthony Gill could be in line for a spot start at the center position.
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Gill was initially listed as questionable with a hand injury, but has since been ruled in for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. With Tristan Vukčević (illness) already ruled out and Alex Sarr (hamstring) now questionable, the 33-year-old power forward could be in line for a spot start.
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Sarr popped up on the injury report as questionable with a hamstring injury for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. With Tristan Vukčević (illness) already ruled out, the Wizards can’t afford for Sarr to miss this game. Anthony Gill would likely be in line for a spot start if that’s the case.
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukcevic popped up on the injury report as questionable with an illness Wednesday morning. The 22-year-old power forward played 20 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat. Alex Sarr figures to play more minutes if Vukcevic is ruled out against the Cavaliers.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly was initially listed as questionable with right heel soreness. The 21-year-old shooting guard has since been cleared to play Wednesday against the Cavaliers. Coulibaly left Sunday’s loss to the Heat with an eye injury after taking a shot to the face, but appears to have suffered no lasting effects from the incident.
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George was initially listed as questionable with an ankle injury, but is available for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. The 22-year-old small forward sprained his ankle in the third quarter Sunday’s game against the Heat and didn’t return, but is good to go for Wednesday.
WAS • • #
about 1 month ago
Richmond is in his first season of professional basketball after playing at Syracuse, Seton Hall and St. John’s in college. The 24-year-old point guard went undrafted, but caught on with the Wizards on a two-way contract. In 23 games (15 starts) in the G-League, he is averaging 8.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, while shooting 45.7 percent from the field. Richmond could see rotation minutes with the Wizards, but isn’t worth rostering in fantasy leagues just yet.
Source: Wizards
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Gill was held out of Sunday’s loss to the Heat, as he suffered a sprained hand the day prior. If the veteran forward/center can play, don’t be surprised if the Wizards cut starting center Alex Sarr’s playing time, as they did in Thursday’s win over the Pistons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George exited Sunday’s loss to the Heat during the third quarter and did not return. If he’s unable to play against the Cavaliers, rookie Jamir Watkons would likely move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly took a shot to the face during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Heat, but that isn’t the reason for his appearance on the injury report. The Wizards’ wing is dealing with a sore right heel, so he’s questionable. If Coulibaly can’t play on Wednesday, Will Riley would benefit the most in terms of playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Hardy will be available to potentially make his Wizards’ debut on Wednesday. While he may not be in a position to impact fantasy basketball, Hardy is someone whose playing time may increase after the All-Star break if Washington looks to limit Kyshawn George’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Out since January 29, Johnson will be available for the Wizards’ final game before the All-Star break. While a minutes restriction may be in the cards for the rookie on Wednesday, he should be safe from his minutes being limited after the All-Star break. Johnson is someone who should be rostered ahead of the silly season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
The Heat will already be without a number of key players, and Wiggins’ absence would make the team severely shorthanded. If Wiggins is ultimately ruled out, Simone Fontecchio, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Nikola Jović will pick up the slack.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
With Powell and Larsson out for another game, Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr. will get longer looks in Miami’s rotation. Jaquez Jr. is the preferred streaming option due to his ability to contribute meaningfully in multiple categories.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
This was the second time in his last three games that Wiggins scored exactly 26 points, a number he has only surpassed on two other occasions this season. Wiggins has been solid this season, and his production as of late, poor free throw shooting aside, has been excellent. He was the leading scorer for Miami in this game, though it wasn’t enough to get the win. He’ll look to stay hot in New Orleans on Wednesday.
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
For the second straight game, Jakučionis finished with at least 20 points and exactly six three-pointers. Those are the only two such games of his career. The rookie got off to a hot start, scoring 17 points in the first half. Unfortunately, he cooled down after the break and wasn’t able to expand on his early success. Still, it was great to see Miami’s first-round pick have a productive outing for the second time in 24 hours.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo didn’t have an efficient night shooting the ball, but he was able to record a 20-point double-double for the seventh time in 2026. His five-game streak with at least one steal came to a close, and this was also his eighth straight game without a block. Despite being one of the best defenders in the league, Adebayo hasn’t contributed as much on that end for fantasy managers this season. Miami’s final game before the All-Star break will be in New Orleans on Wednesday.
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
For the first time since January 6, Adebayo and Ware will start together. The latter had a productive game in Sunday’s win over the Wizards, and Miami will hope that he can build on that, filling the void left by Pelle Larsson. The other change to the lineup is Fontecchio, who starts due to Norman Powell’s absence
Source: Anthony Chiang
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson sustained a right elbow contusion in Friday’s loss to the Celtics, and it cost him Sunday’s win over the Wizards. Larsson is expected to sit out the second leg of Miami’s back-to-back set, which means Simone Fontecchio should take on an expanded workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell exited Sunday’s matchup with Washington at the end of the third quarter with back tightness, but the Heat may have simply been cautious with Powell against Washington due to the blowout nature of the contest. If Powell is sidelined for the second leg of Miami’s back-to-back set, Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr. could see upticks in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Champagnie has reached double figures in each of his last three appearances. While the playing time, 25 minutes on Sunday, wasn’t the best, he remains in the starting lineup. For that reason, Champagnie is worth the risk for managers seeking players with “silly season standout” potential. The Wizards only play one of their four Week 17 games before the All-Star break, on Wednesday against the Cavaliers, so there won’t be much to be gained from grabbing Champagnie off the waiver wire on Monday.
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Sarr struggled with foul trouble in Sunday’s blowout loss, but that didn’t keep him from recording his 12th double-double of the season. The 7-footer still logged 26 minutes against the Heat, an encouraging sign after he played 18 in Thursday’s win over the Pistons. The Wizards will play four games in Week 17, with three scheduled for after the All-Star break.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly took a shot to the face from Heat guard Kasparas Jakučionis with 5:36 remaining in the fourth quarter and did not return. The third-year wing finished with seven points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and one three-pointer. Will Riley (nine points, one rebound, one steal, one block and one three-pointer) was limited to 21 minutes, an understandable development since he played 45 on Saturday. If Coulibaly misses time, Riley is the most likely beneficiary.
Source: Bijan Todd
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
Jakučionis had the best game of his rookie season on Sunday, recording new highs in points and three-pointers. The 6-foot-6 guard shot 6-of-6 from beyond the arc and made 80 percent of his attempts from the field. Jakučionis’ fantasy value moving forward depends on the availability of Davion Mitchell (5/2/3/1 and one three-pointer in 25 minutes), as his opportunities tend to be limited when “Off Night” is available. With Sunday’s game being a blowout, Jakučionis got to play more during the fourth quarter.
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Miami rolled on Sunday, and that factored into Ware getting more playing time than he has recently. However, that should not be used to overlook his performance, which was the other reason why the second-year center logged 30 minutes. The double-double was Ware’s first in over a month, and this is the production level the Heat expects from him consistently. He’ll look to start Week 17 on a high note when the Heat host the Jazz on Monday.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
With the Heat rolling to a 132-101 victory, Adebayo only needed to play 28 minutes on Sunday. After going on a run of eight consecutive games with at least 20 points, he entered Sunday having totaled 32 on 9-of-29 shooting in the last two. When you need to get right, it never hurts to run into one of the worst teams in the NBA. Adebayo and the Heat play four games in Week 17, starting with the Jazz on Monday.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell was ruled out at the end of the third quarter due to tightness in his lower back. With the Heat hosting the Jazz on Monday, it’s likely that the team decided to sit Powell since they were up by a significant margin. Powell finished with 21 points, four rebounds, one steal and five three-pointers in 25 minutes.
Source: Anthony Chiang
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George sprained his left ankle while playing defense during the third quarter of Sunday’s game. The second-year wing limped to the locker room immediately after being subbed out, and he will not return to the game. George finished with 13 points, two rebounds, three assists, one block and three three-pointers in 19 minutes. Jamir Watkins, who started Saturday’s loss to the Nets, will likely see his playing time increase if George misses additional games.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Power Forward and Center • #3
about 1 month ago
Two days after NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Davis was unlikely to play again this season, Dawkins said that he anticipates the forward/center returning at some point. In the short term, Davis will return to Dallas to work with his medical team as he recovers from ligament damage in his left hand. Dawkins also noted that the 4-to-6 week timeline provided in mid-January is closer to 6-to-10 weeks. If Davis were to play this season, the timeline suggests he won’t be available until sometime in March.
Source: David Aldridge
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
Already without Tyler Herro, the Heat won’t have Pelle Larsson for Sunday’s game as he recovers from an elbow injury. Gardner, who performed well in his first two starts this season, is back in the starting lineup to fill the resulting void.
Source: NBA Lineups
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukčević was in the starting lineup for Saturday’s loss to the Nets, but he only played 20 minutes. With Alex Sarr (ankle) also available, Vukčević may play even less. However, Sarr only played 18 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Pistons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Sarr is good to go after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. He’ll be back in the starting lineup, with Tristan Vukčević heading to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. As a result of his return, Jamir Watkins will return to the bench, with his already-low streaming value taking a hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. As a result of his return, Will Riley will likely head to the bench. However, the rookie is worth holding onto, as he should still play plenty.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Gill will sit out Sunday’s game with a right hand contusion, leaving the Wizards down a frontcourt option off the bench. If Alex Sarr (ankle) and Tristan Vukčević (knee) can play, the Wizards should be fine in terms of their frontcourt depth.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo is good to go after being listed as probable initially. He’ll take on his usual role as the starting center, with Kel’el Ware remaining with the reserves.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell was upgraded to probable on Sunday morning, so he was on track to be available. He’ll take on his usual role as Miami’s primary scoring option on the perimeter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game will be the sixth that Johnson has missed since spraining his left ankle during a January 29 win over the Bucks. Bub Carrington has been the replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role until the rookie is cleared to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable, Powell is on track to be available against the Wizards. And this could be a big game for the All-Star guard, as Washington is ranked 29th in points allowed per game and defensive rating.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson, who suffered a right elbow contusion during Friday’s loss to the Celtics, was initially listed as doubtful. Simone Fontecchio replaced him in the lineup to begin the second half on Friday, so he may be the next man up to fill the void in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
With Alex Sarr (ankle) unavailable, Vukčević started Saturday’s loss to the Nets. However, he only played 20 minutes, with veteran Anthony Gill (hand) logging 28 off the bench. If Sarr, who’s also listed as questionable, plays, there isn’t much to be gained from rostering Vukčević in fantasy leagues, even on a four-game day.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Russell has yet to join the Wizards since being sent to the nation’s capital as part of the Anthony Davis trade. And it’s fair to wonder if the veteran guard is a buyout candidate, given the number of young perimeter players on the roster. There’s no need to roster Russell in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Hardy’s Wizards debut will have to wait for at least one more game. Given his role in Dallas, fantasy managers should hold off on adding the fourth-year guard until it’s made clear that there’s a place for him within the Wizards’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell, who returned to the Heat lineup on Friday after missing three games for personal reasons, is dealing with a sprained right hand. Miami’s already shorthanded on the perimeter, and not having its leading scorer could leave the Heat calling on Myron Gardner to fill the void.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson suffered a right elbow contusion during Friday’s loss to the Celtics and did not play during the second half. With Tyler Herro (ribs) already out, the Heat may be forced to turn to Simone Fontecchio as the spot starter. While he can provide a few three-pointers, fantasy managers will be better served seeking out Jaime Jaquez Jr. before adding Fontecchio.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo is dealing with tightness in his right hip, but the probable tag suggests that he’ll be available on Sunday. If not, the Heat would likely turn to Kel’el Ware to fill the void. While he has been inconsistent this season, Ware would be worth slotting into lineups if allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
After an eight-game stretch in which he averaged 23.4 points per game, Adebayo has cooled off some in Miami’s last two games. He’s scored 16 points in back-to-back games, shooting 9-of-29 from the field. While he has still been a top-50 player over the past three weeks, the last two games have been a bit of a letdown, given what fantasy managers saw from Bam during that eight-game run.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Back in the Heat lineup after missing Tuesday’s loss to the Hawks, Wiggins’ 26 points were the most he’s scored in a game since dropping 28 in a December 27 win over the Pacers. He has consistently hit double figures, but fantasy managers who have Wiggins rostered are hoping for more nights like Friday, especially with Tyler Herro (ribs) out. He and the Heat end Week 16 on Sunday against the Wizards in what could be a high-scoring affair.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
After shooting 5-of-21 from the field in a January 25 win over the Suns, Powell has scored 21 points or more in three consecutive appearances. Friday’s game was his first since January 29, as he missed three for personal reasons. With Tyler Herro (ribs) out and lacking a return timeline, more responsibility has fallen on Powell’s shoulders. And on most nights, he’s been up to the task.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson, who did not attempt a shot during Friday’s defeat, played 12 minutes and exited due to a right elbow contusion. Simone Fontecchio (two points, two rebounds, one steal and one block) started the third quarter but offered little offensive value, missing all five of his shots from the field. If Larsson can’t play on Sunday against the Wizards, Fontecchio may be the replacement in the lineup. Unfortunately, his showing in Boston wasn’t good enough to gain the confidence of fantasy managers who may be seeking a streamer.
Source: Anthony Chiang