Kel'el Ware News, Rumors, Updates - Miami Heat

Muted role continues Ware logged five points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds and two assists over 13 minutes during Monday's 119-109 win over the 76ers.

Impact Ware logged no more than 15 minutes for the second straight game, continuing what has been a wildly unpredictable season. Despite being a top 70 player through 71 games, Ware has struggled to carve out a consistent spot in the rotation. For example, in eight games over the past two weeks, he has averaged just 8.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers in 18.1 minutes per contest.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Miami plays Philadelphia on home slide

Miami comes into a matchup against Philadelphia after losing three home games in a row

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Kel'el Ware called a generational talent by Miami Heat All-Star Norman Powell | Sporting News Kel'el Ware continues to impress with his limited opportunities for the Miami Heat, and Norman Powell has taken his praise to the next level...

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Kel'el Ware may have just had a career turning point with the Heat After an insanely clutch performance in a key moment for the Miami Heat, something may have finally clicked for Kel'el Ware.

MARCH 26 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Strong line off bench Ware totaled 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one block in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 120-103 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact Ware continues to trend in the right direction for Miami. Over his last eight games, he's nearly averaging a double-double in 21.5 minutes per contest with 8.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 blocks on 47.2 percent shooting from the field.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Hits rock bottom in loss Ware registered one rebound across five minutes during Saturday's 123-122 loss to Houston.

Impact Ware barely saw the court, logging just five minutes Saturday. For those still holding Ware, this could be the final nail in his coffin when it comes to fantasy value. Despite the clear upside, his role is seemingly a lucky dip at this point. Even with multiple injuries to other players, Ware hasn't been able to solidify a consistent spot in the rotation. With that said, he should be better than this on most nights, at least keeping him on the radar in standard leagues.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Miami takes on Houston on 3-game slide

Miami aims to break its three-game slide when the Heat take on Houston

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

Headed to bench Ware will come off the bench for Thursday's game versus the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Bam Adebayo (calf) is back and starting, so Ware will shift back to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Ware has posted averages of 9.8 points and 7.8 rebounds per contest.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double Ware ended with 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes during Saturday's 121-117 loss to the Magic.

Impact Ware was efficient from the floor and showed impressive energy on the glass en route to posting his first double-double since March 5. He has four double-doubles over his last seven games and has grabbed double-digit boards five times during that stretch. The second-year big man is an excellent option in both point-based and category-based formats due to his ability to fill the stat sheet with ease.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Ware is in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Ware is back and starting after a one-game absence, and he'll be joined in the first unit by Davion Mitchell, Pelle Larsson, Kasparas Jakucionis and Bam Adebayo. As a starter this season, Ware owns averages of 13.1 points, 11.0 rebounds, 1.3 triples and 1.3 swats per contest.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Ware (shoulder) is good to go for Thursday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Ware is all set to return from a one-game absence. With this news, Simone Fontecchio could lose some playing time with Ware likely to reprise his spot in the rotation.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Ware is questionable for Thursday's game against the Bucks due to right shoulder strain.

Impact Ware is trying to keep his absence to a one-game minimum Thursday. Simone Fontecchio would likely see a bump in playing time in the event that Ware isn't cleared for action.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Ware (shoulder) is out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Ware was unable to shake his questionable tag and will miss his first game since Jan. 25. Presumably, he'll be listed as day-to-day ahead of Thursday's game against the Bucks. Myron Gardner and Jaime Jaquez are candidates for more minutes with this news.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Ware is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards due to a right shoulder strain.

Impact It's a new injury for Ware, who hasn't missed a game since Jan. 25. If the second-year big man cannot suit up Tuesday, more playing time would be available for Myron Gardner in the starting lineup and Jaime Jaquez off the bench.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Heat play the Wizards on 5-game win streak

Miami is looking to extend its five-game win streak with a victory over Washington

MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Bam Adebayo is pleased to see Kel'el Ware become a more trusted player by the Miami Heat | Sporting News After months of struggling off the bench, Kel'el Ware is getting more consistent minutes lately.

MARCH 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Defensive presence felt in win Ware recorded 10 points (4-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, four blocks and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 128-120 win over Charlotte.

Impact With Andrew Wiggins (toe) sidelined Friday, Ware stepped into a heavier workload and logged 31 minutes for the second consecutive game. While his three-game double-double streak came to an end, the second-year center remained a massive defensive anchor, leading the Heat with four blocks. Ware has been on a defensive tear recently, racking up 11 blocks and 11 steals over his last three outings. His ability to provide elite rim protection while stretching the floor with at least one triple in 11 straight games keeps his fantasy ceiling high, especially while Miami manages injuries in the frontcourt.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

One incredible stat puts Heat's Kel'el Ware in legendary company Kel'el Ware is putting up numbers that only Hakeem Olajuwon has posted over the last 37 years.

MARCH 6 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Kel'el Ware's historic shot-blocking performance impresses All-Star teammate Tyler Herro | Sporting News Kel'el Ware continues to prove he deserves more opportunities by having another awesome performance.

MARCH 6 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Monster stat line Thursday Ware contributed 16 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, seven blocks and five steals across 32 minutes during Thursday's 126-110 win over the Nets.

Impact Ware finished just three blocks away from recording a triple-double and also added five steals, so his impact on both ends of the court was massive for the Heat. The second-year big man has three straight double-doubles and has notched that feat in seven of his last 10 appearances. The defensive impact can't be overlooked either -- he has seven blocks and 10 steals over his last two contests, both coming off the bench.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Kel'el Ware stuffs stat sheet as Heat hand Nets 10th straight loss Deadspin | Kel'el Ware stuffs stat sheet as Heat hand Nets 10th straight loss

MARCH 6 • DEADSPIN.COM

Double-doubles off bench Ware contributed 11 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 13 rebounds, one assist and five steals in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 124-98 victory over Brooklyn.

Impact Ware made the most of his minutes off the bench en route to posting his second straight double-double, and he's achieved that feat in four of his six appearances off the bench since the All-Star break. Over that span, Ware is averaging a robust line of 11.3 points, 11.5 rebounds and 1.2 steals across 21.0 minutes per game.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bam Adebayo continues to support Kel'el Ware despite bizarre dynamic with Spoelstra | Sporting News Kel'el Ware has been revealed to not listen to Erik Spoelstra, but Bam Adebayo continues to stand by him.

MARCH 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Big effort on glass Ware closed Saturday's 115-105 victory over Houston with 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 15 rebounds, one assist and one block across 29 minutes off the bench.

Impact The double-double was Ware's 19th of the season, with five of them coming in the last eight games (two starts). During that surge, the second-year center is averaging 12.5 points, 11.0 boards and 1.3 threes in 21.1 minutes.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bam Adebayo's words could signal big changes coming for Kel'el Ware Bam Adebayo just gave a huge vote of confidence to Kel'el Ware, calling for them to play together more.

MARCH 1 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

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