KEL'EL WARE NEWS

Records impressive double-double Ware recorded 13 points (6-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt), 14 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 31 minutes during Saturday's 118-95 victory over the 76ers.

Impact Ware filled the stat sheet admirably and posted an impressive outing, hitting all six of his shots from the field while thriving as a rebounder and rim protector. This was Ware's eighth game with double-digit rebounds and multiple blocks, and it was also his 12th double-double of the campaign. The rookie seems to be adjusting well to playing alongside Bam Adebayo, and he's likely to remain in a starting role in the final weeks of the regular season.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Decent output Sunday Ware had 12 points (6-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists and one block over 28 minutes during Sunday's 122-105 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Ware finished just two boards shy of recording a double-double, but he also turned heads as a passer after delivering a new career-high mark in that category. Ware has scored in double digits in his last five appearances, a stretch in which he's averaging 14.2 points and 10.2 boards per contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strong two-way showing Ware logged 14 points (7-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 116-113 loss to Detroit.

Impact Ware has recorded double-doubles in each of his last two starts. While the rookie big man has shown flashes of being a reliable two-way player when given enough minutes, he's also been extremely inconsistent, alternating solid performances with some not-so-good ones. Ware is averaging 10.4 points, 9.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 blocks per game in his 23 starts this season.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Ware is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact The rookie big man will supplant Haywood Highsmith in the starting five Wednesday. Across his last 10 appearances in the first unit, Ware has averaged 8.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.8 steals in 27.2 minutes.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures off bench Ware contributed 10 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, one block and one steal in 19 minutes during Monday's 116-95 loss to New York.

Impact Ware returned to the second unit in Monday's contest with Haywood Highsmith starting, going on to lead all Heat bench players in rebounds while finishing as one of five Miami players with a double-digit point total. Ware has reached double figures in scoring in six outings when coming off the bench.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Monday Ware is not in Miami's starting lineup against New York on Monday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Ware is coming off a double-double against the Grizzlies on Saturday. He has started in all but one game he's played in since Jan. 21, but he'll come off the bench Monday while Jaime Jaquez enters the Heat's starting five. Ware should still see meaningful minutes in a reserve role behind Bam Adebayo.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double Ware ended Saturday's 125-91 loss to the Grizzlies with 19 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 36 minutes.

Impact The Heat looked overmatched in this 34-point loss to the Grizzlies, but Ware was one of the few standout performers for Miami. The rookie out of Indiana posted his first double-double since Feb. 23, when he posted 12 points and 12 boards against the Bucks. Ware is certainly more valuable in dynasty formats than in standard leagues, but he will continue to have a decent floor as long as he remains in a starting role, which is likely to be the case for the rest of the season.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Ware is in the Heat's starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Saturday.

Impact Ware came off the bench in Friday's loss to the Celtics, but he's back in the Heat's starting lineup alongside Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins in the frontcourt. Ware has averaged 5.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 steals over 20.5 minutes per game over his last four outings.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Shifting to bench Friday Ware is not in the Heat's starting lineup against the Celtics on Friday.

Impact Ware has started in every game he has appeared in since Jan. 21. The rookie first rounder will shift to a reserve role Friday as head coach Erik Spoelstra goes with Bam Adebayo at the five with Jaime Jaquez and Andrew Wiggins rounding out the Heat's starting frontcourt.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Makes defensive impact in return Ware (knee) tallied seven points (3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two steals and two blocks across 26 minutes Saturday in the Heat's 114-109 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Back in action after a three-game absence due to a left knee sprain, Ware took back his spot in the starting five alongside Bam Adebayo. The rookie took a back seat on the offensive end to fellow starters Adebayo, Tyler Herro and Andrew Wiggins, but Ware piled up some useful numbers defensively. Since moving into a starting role Jan. 21, Ware is now averaging 10.6 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, 1.3 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.7 three-pointers in 29.2 minutes while shooting 51.8 percent from the field and 76.2 percent from the free-throw line over 19 games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Chicago Ware (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Ware has been absent from the Heat's last three games due to a left knee sprain. He's progressed enough in his recovery to return Saturday, which will likely mean that Kevin Love goes back to the bench. Since entering the starting lineup Jan. 21, Ware has averaged 10.8 points on 52.2 percent shooting, 9.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 blocks over 29.4 minutes per game.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Ware (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Ware is expected to return to action Saturday after missing Miami's last three contests. The rookie big man will likely reclaim his starting spot from Kevin Love if he's upgraded to available.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Ware (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Ware will miss a third straight game Friday for the Heat, as he continues to deal with a sprained left knee. Miami will likely continue to lean on Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson, Pelle Larsson and Haywood Highsmith in the frontcourt.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers hold off Heat 112-107 to extend winning streak to 12 and clinch playoff spot

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game, 112-...

MARCH 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out again Wednesday Ware (knee) will not play Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

Impact Ware will miss a second straight game for Miami, and a timetable has yet to be announced for the center. During Monday's game against the Wizards, Kevin Love started and saw 12 minutes of action, while Kyle Anderson, Pelle Larsson and Haywood Highsmith all saw extended minutes off the bench.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Washington Ware will not play Monday against the Wizards due to a right knee sprain.

Impact This injury comes out of nowhere for the rookie center. During Sunday's 116-112 overtime loss to New York, Ware had one of his best performance of the season with 12 points (6-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), eight rebounds and six blocks over 29 minutes. It's possible the Heat are being cautious for the second leg of this back-to-back set, but fantasy managers will be eager to get some clarity from the Heat. Kyle Anderson, Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith could be more involved as a result Monday.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Swats six shots Ware registered 12 points (6-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), eight rebounds and six blocks over 29 minutes during Sunday's 116-112 overtime loss to New York.

Impact Ware doubled his previous career-high mark with six blocks on the night. He's averaging nearly a double-double over his last 10 games, producing 9.8 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.4 blocks in 27.8 minutes per contest.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks overcame a 19-point deficit to beat the Heat 116-112 in overtime

Jalen Brunson scored 31 points and the New York Knicks overcame a 19-point deficit to beat the Miami Heat 116-112 in overtime Sunday night

MARCH 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go Wednesday Ware (ankle) is available in Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Despite dealing with left ankle discomfort, Ware will give it a go Wednesday and play through the issue. There's no indication the rookie big man will face any restrictions against the Hawks. Over his last 15 games, Ware has averaged 10.8 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.1 blocks and 0.7 steals in 29.6 minutes.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Ware (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Ware hasn't missed a game since Dec. 20 and is likely to suit up against the Hawks due to left ankle discomfort. The rookie big man has started in each of his last 15 appearances, during which he has averaged 10.8 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 blocks across 29.5 minutes per contest. Ware could see a slight uptick in playing time if Bam Adebayo (calf) is downgraded from questionable to out.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Big night on glass Ware totaled eight points (4-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists and one block over 24 minutes during Monday's 98-86 loss to the Hawks.

Impact The rookie center tied his career high in boards, and Ware likely would have established a new personal best if he hadn't sat out the entire fourth quarter. It's not clear what prompted that decision from coach Erik Spoelstra -- Ware came into the game nursing an ankle issue, but per Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, no new injury was reported by the team. Ware did extend his streak of games with at least one rejection to seven, a stretch in which he's averaging 9.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 blocks.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Green light to play Monday Ware (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Ware popped up on the injury report due to left ankle discomfort, but the injury isn't severe enough for the rookie first-round pick to be sidelined for Monday's Southeast division clash. Ware has started in each of the Heat's last 14 games, and over that span he has averaged 11.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.1 blocks over 29.9 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Ware is probable for Monday's game against Atlanta due to left ankle discomfort.

Impact Ware logged 37 minutes Sunday against the Bucks, finishing with 12 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, four assists and one block. Despite being less than 100 percent, the Heat are planning on their center being available Monday evening.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Seventh double-double Sunday Ware finished with 12 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, four assists and one block across 37 minutes during Sunday's 120-113 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact It was the seventh double-double of what continues to be an impressive rookie season for Ware. Over 14 contests since becoming a full-time starter Jan. 21, the rookie big man has averaged 11.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.1 blocks and 0.7 steals in 30.0 minutes. That said, Ware has posted double-digit points in only half of these appearances, so there might continue to be some ups and downs going forward.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in loss Ware recorded 17 points (8-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 32 minutes during Thursday's 118-113 loss to Dallas.

Impact Ware came one rebound shy of recording his seventh double-double of the season in an efficient outing. The rookie also scored in double figures for just the 11th time. The 20-year-old has started in 12 consecutive contests, averaging 11.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 blocks across 30.1 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE