DRU SMITH NEWS

Undergoes successful surgery The Heat announced Friday that Smith underwent successful surgery to repair a ruptured left Achilles tendon and will miss the remainder of the season.

Impact Smith ruptured his Achilles against Brooklyn on Monday and has now suffered a season-ending injury in back-to-back years. Smith is set to become a free agent this offseason and will likely look to earn a contract as a backup point guard.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heat G Dru Smith (Achilles tendon) out for season Miami Heat guard Dru Smith will miss the remainder of the season after sustaining a torn Achilles tendon.Smith was injured on a non-contact...

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

ASK IRA: With Dru Smith down is this when the Heat most need Terry Rozier to step up? Will Terry Rozier maximize this latest Miami Heat second chance?

DECEMBER 25, 2024 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Heat's Dru Smith suffers season-ending Achilles tear | NBA.com The two-way guard sustained the injury Monday night in Miami's win over Brooklyn.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • NBA.COM

Heat lose guard Dru Smith for remainder of season with torn Achilles

Miami Heat guard Dru Smith has suffered another season-ending injury, this one a torn Achilles in his left leg

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dru Smith out for the season Shams Charania: Miami Heat guard Dru Smith has suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon, sources told ESPN. Absolutely devastating afte...

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Out for season Smith suffered a season-ending torn Achilles in Monday's win over Brooklyn, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Impact This is a devastating blow for Smith, as he was playing the best basketball of his career and was on the verge of earning a standard contract. Smith will finish the 2024-25 regular season with averages of 6.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.5 steals on 50.8 percent shooting from the field. Going forward, there could be more minutes available for Alec Burks and Pelle Larsson.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Monday Smith (lower leg) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Nets.

Impact Smith suffered what appeared to be a significant lower left leg injury during Monday's game and was quickly ruled out. He'll finish the contest scoreless (0-1 FG) with one rebound and one assist in seven minutes. Expect Alec Burks and Pelle Larsson to pick up the slack. Smith's next chance to play will come Thursday at Orlando.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes to locker room Smith exited Monday's game against the Nets after sustaining an apparent knee injury, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Smith's left knee seemed to buckle, and he needed assistance to get back to the locker room. While he's sidelined, Alec Burks and Pelle Larsson could see more minutes.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Monday Smith is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Nets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Smith will return to the bench after starting in the Dec. 21 loss to the Magic, when he tallied 13 points, four rebounds and four steals across 26 minutes. That was his first start of the campaign, as the floor general is averaging 6.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 steals per game when coming off the bench.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Making second career start Smith is part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Magic.

Impact Smith will make his first start of the season Saturday, stepping into the first unit in place of Jimmy Butler (illness). Smith has logged more than 25 minutes in five straight games, averaging 9.8 points, 2.4 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 2.2 steals during that stretch.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dru Smith: I think my role in Miami is just trying to be as disruptive as possible on defense Dru Smith: I think my role here is just trying to be as disruptive as possible on defense. Bring energy, impact plays on the defensive end,...

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Records six steals Smith closed with seven points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and six steals over 31 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 125-124 overtime loss to Detroit.

Impact Smith continues to make noise for Miami, recording a career-high six steals in this loss. With so many rumors swirling around the future of Jimmy Butler, Smith is someone that could step into a larger role if Miami deals their star forward. Through six December contests, Smith is averaging 7.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.5 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heat converting two-way Dru Smith to standard deal? The Heat’s next move could be converting one of its two-way contract players to a standard deal to fill that 14th roster spot. Heat two-way...

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Ties season-high 11 points off the bench Smith totaled 11 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Thursday's 114-104 win over Toronto.

Impact With Josh Richardson sidelined (heel), Smith saw a career high 34 minutes. The third-year player made the most of it, tying his season high in points (11), outscoring starters Duncan Robinson and fellow second-unit guys like Jaime Jaquez and Terry Rozier. Thursday night's game made it clear that Heat coach Erik Spoelstra trusts Smith to produce in a larger role as long as Richardson remains out.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dru Smith's full-circle moment: A year after getting hurt, he helps Heat knock off the Cavaliers | NBA.com After a severe knee injury in a fluke accident while playing the Cavaliers, Dru Smith does the most with a second chance.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • NBA.COM

Dru Smith's full-circle moment: A year after getting hurt, he helps Heat knock off the Cavaliers

The last time Miami guard Dru Smith faced the Cleveland Cavaliers, he badly hurt his right knee in an awkward fall and couldn’t play again for nearly a year

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cleared for Wednesday's game Smith (knee) will suit up for Wednesday's game at the Hornets.

Impact Smith has seen periodic minutes for Miami this season, though coach Erik Spoelstra seems to be searching for a spark, so fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if Smith gets an extra look now and then. In 10.4 minutes per game this season, the guard is averaging 2.8 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Smith (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Smith has had a volatile role with the Heat, and he's not guaranteed to see any rotation minutes on a nightly basis.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Smith (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Smith is slated to miss a second straight game due to a knee injury. His role has been sporadic this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Miami's rotation, especially considering the Heat are getting Terry Rozier (foot) back from a two-game absence.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Smith (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Smith missed Sunday's game against Dallas due to a right knee bone bruise he suffered in Friday's practice, but he remains day-to-day. When the Heat are healthy, Smith faces an uphill battle for consistent minutes.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No-go Sunday Smith (knee) won't play in Sunday's game against Dallas.

Impact Smith is dealing with swelling in his right knee and wasn't able to participate in Friday's practice. The reserve guard has officially been ruled out for Sunday's contest, and his absence could open up opportunities for Alec Burks and Josh Richardson. Smith's next chance to play will come Tuesday against Milwaukee.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Smith didn't participate in Friday's practice due to a swollen knee, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact With Terry Rozier (foot) out for Miami's most recent contest, Smith logged 25 minutes of action. However, with Rozier nearing a return to the lineup, Smith will likely return to a depth role in the team's backcourt. Regardless, the 26-year-old guard's absence from practice is a bad sign of his availability for Sunday's matchup with Dallas.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Smith won't start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Magic.

Impact With most of Miami's regulars resting during the preseason finale, Smith drew a spot start. However, aside from Josh Richardson (shoulder), the Heat are healthy heading into the regular season, so Smith isn't guaranteed playing time on Opening Night.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting preseason finale Smith is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.

Impact The Heat are resting most of their regulars in the preseason finale since the start of the regular season is right around the corner. Smith will get the nod at point guard in place of Terry Rozier (rest) and will play alongside Pelle Larsson in the backcourt.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE