HAYWOOD HIGHSMITH NEWS

Probable Tuesday Highsmith (knee) is probable for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Highsmith has had somewhat limited playing time early in the playoffs, averaging 2.6 points in 7.6 minutes per game over five appearances. While he's dealing with a knee injury ahead of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, his status shouldn't significantly impact Miami's rotation.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Non-factor in loss Highsmith amassed two points (1-2 FG) and two rebounds in seven minutes during Saturday's 113-99 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Highsmith has appeared in back-to-back contests for the first time since before the All-Star break, but his role remains extremely limited. Across those two appearances, the undrafted big man out of Wheeling Jesuit has totaled just nine points, six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 20 minutes.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Highsmith (elbow) will be available Monday against the Nuggets, Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact As expected, Highsmith has been upgraded from probable to available Monday. Over his past five appearances, the rookie has averaged 5.6 points and 3.8 rebounds in 22.6 minutes and should garner a sizable role versus Denver with Miami down a handful of regulars.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as probable Highsmith is probable for Monday's matchup due to a right elbow sprain.

Impact Highsmith continues to play through the elbow issue and is expected to do so again Monday. Over his past five appearances, the undrafted rookie has averaged 5.6 points and 3.8 rebounds in 22.6 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Magic Highsmith (elbow) is available for Saturday's action against the Magic.

Impact As expected, Highsmith will play through a sprained elbow. Since the calendar turned to 2023, he's averaged 5.3 points and 4.4 rebounds in 19.8 minutes.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Saturday Highsmith is probable for Saturday's game against the Magic due to a sprained right elbow, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Highsmith remains part of Miami's regular rotation, and he's expected to play through a sprained elbow. Since the calendar turned to 2023, he's averaged 5.3 points and 4.4 rebounds in 19.8 minutes.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Highsmith (lower leg) is available for Friday's game against Orlando.

Impact Highsmith returned from a one-game absence Tuesday against Boston and posted a 15-point, 10-rebound double-double in 30 minutes of playing time. He was probable ahead of Friday's matchup and will officially be able to suit up once again. However, Jimmy Butler (back) will return to the court against the Magic, so Highsmith's role will likely decrease Friday.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable vs. Magic Highsmith is probable for Friday's game against the Magic due to a bruised shin, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Highsmith was impressive off the bench in the absence of Jimmy Butler (back) during Tuesday's win over the Celtics, as he posted 15 points, 10 boards, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes. He'll presumably see a reduction in role Friday with Butler healthy, but Highsmith should remain a part of the rotation most nights.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 25, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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JANUARY 25, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Big night off bench Highsmith finished with 15 points (5-7 FG, 4-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 98-95 victory over Boston.

Impact Though Max Strus entered the starting five after Jimmy Butler (back) was a late scratch, Highsmith still saw plenty of playing time while starting forward Caleb Martin battled foul trouble. Highsmith ended up playing his most minutes since Dec. 20 and came through with his second double-double of the season while providing excellent production from three-point range. Unless Butler's absence proves to be a long-term one, Highsmith's big night should be viewed as an outlier rather than something he'll be able to frequently replicate.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joins second unit Highsmith will come off the bench for Monday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Highsmith saw five consecutive starts with Caleb Martin (quad) sidelined, however with Martin active he will shift back to the bench. In his last seven appearances, Highsmith has averaged 5.6 points and 4.7 rebounds across 22.3 minutes.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 16, 2023 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Good to go against Milwaukee Highsmith (knee) is available for Thursday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Highsmith has been dealing with left patellar tendinitis but was upgraded from probable to available Thursday. The 25-year-old forward has started in each of Miami's last three games and has averaged 5.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 23.0 minutes per game during that span.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed probable Thursday Highsmith (undisclosed) is considered probable for Thursday's game versus the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Highsmith doesn't look to be in danger of missing Thursday's game, but the Heat are notorious for being overly cautious on their injury report. Highsmith has started each of the last three games and could do so again versus the Bucks, with Caleb Martin (quad), Tyler Herro (Achilles) and Kyle Lowry (knee) all sitting.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures Highsmith recorded 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three rebounds and one block in 18 minutes during Sunday's 102-101 loss to the Nets.

Impact Highsmith scored in double digits for the first time since Dec. 23, and he didn't miss a shot from the field. He also recorded a block in the loss, marking the third time he's tallied a block in his last six appearances. Highsmith is averaging 4.5 points and 3.7 rebounds in 28 games so far this season (19.6 minutes).

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has contract guaranteed The Heat guaranteed Highsmith's contract for the remainder of 2022-23 on Saturday, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Highsmith has started in the Heat's last three games due to Caleb Martin dealing with a quadriceps injury. The 25-year-old forward is averaging 19.7 minutes across 27 contests, so his contract being guaranteed shouldn't come as a surprise.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws spot start Friday Highsmith will start Friday's game against the Suns.

Impact Caleb Martin (quadriceps) and Tyler Herro (back) are both out, so Highsmith and Max Strus have been inserted into the starting lineup. Across four games as a starter, Highsmith has averaged 10.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.0 assists in 30.3 minutes.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench role Highsmith won't start Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Highsmith drew a pair of spot starts Friday and Saturday, but he'll come off the bench Monday with both Jimmy Butler (knee) and Caleb Martin (quad) back in action.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Highsmith will join the first unit for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Highsmith will receive the starting nod in place of Caleb Martin (quadriceps). In two starts this season, Highsmith has averaged 15.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 3.0 steals in 41.5 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores double figures off bench Highsmith racked up 10 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 23 minutes during Friday's 111-108 loss to Indiana.

Impact Even with most of Miami's squad healthy, Highsmith continued to receive a significant role off the bench Friday. The 25-year-old forward was active defensively and scored double-digit points for the second game in a row.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Highsmith will come off the bench Friday against Indiana.

Impact Highsmith played 41 minutes Tuesday with the Heat hampered by injuries. However, with the team fully healthy Friday, he should be closer to his season average of 20.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp from deep in loss Highsmith closed with 18 points (7-10 FG, 4-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and four steals over 41 minutes during Tuesday's 113-103 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Highsmith made his second start of the season due to the absence of Jimmy Butler (illness), and there's no question he made his presence felt on both ends of the court. That said, he doesn't score in double digits often and regularly plays a minimal role off the bench, so he shouldn't have a lot of upside going forward unless he finds a way to stay in the starting lineup on a regular basis.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM