Impact Okpala hasn't played since Dec. 28 due to a right wrist sprain. A timetable for his return isn't yet clear.
JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
KZ OKPALA
Remains out Saturday Okpala (wrist) is out Saturday against Toronto.
Unavailable Friday Okpala (wrist) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Impact Okpala hasn't seen game action since Dec. 28 as he continues to deal with a sprained right wrist. It's unclear when the 22-year-old is expected to return for Miami, so it's safe to consider him unavailable until the team indicates otherwise.
JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Wednesday Okpala (wrist) is out Wednesday against the Knicks.
Impact Okpala hasn't played since Dec. 28, and it's not clear when he may return. His next chance to play arrives Friday against the Clippers.
JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out Sunday Okpala (wrist) is out Sunday against the Lakers.
Impact Okpala last played Dec. 28, and it's not clear when he'll return from a sprained right wrist. His next chance to play is Wednesday against the Knicks.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Friday Okpala (wrist) is out Friday against Atlanta.
Impact Okpala will be forced to miss an 11th straight game with his wrist injury. His continued absence shouldn't impact Miami's rotation.
JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Wednesday Okpala (wrist) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Impact Okpala will miss a 10th straight game due to a wrist injury. The forward is unlikely to have a spot in head coach Erik Spoelstra's rotation whenever he's cleared to return.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still sidelined Monday Okpala (wrist) is out Monday against the Raptors.
Impact Okpala will be sidelined for a ninth consecutive game due to a right wrist sprain. His next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Saturday Okpala (wrist) is out Saturday against the 76ers.
Impact Okpala will be forced to miss an eighth consecutive game due to a wrist injury. His next chance to play will be Monday against Toronto.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains sidelined Friday Okpala (wrist) is out Friday against Atlanta.
Impact Okpala will be unavailable for a seventh straight game due to a wrist issue. His next chance to suit up will be Saturday against Philadelphia.
JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
KZ Okpala left Heat coaches, teammates impressed after win vs. Bucks. Is there more to come? NBA minutes have been limited for Miami Heat forward KZ Okpala. In fact, he has only logged four more minutes in the NBA (576) than he has i...
DECEMBER 10, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Heat's KZ Okpala tantalizes with unexpected breakout moment; will there be more? Of all the surprising performances in Wednesday night’s 113-104 victory over the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks — from Caleb Martin scor...
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
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OCTOBER 10, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
What are the Heat's hopes for KZ Okpala in summer league? Also, Achiuwa's reaction to trade When the Miami Heat traded three second-round picks to acquire forward KZ Okpala on draft night in 2019, this is probably not the way the He...
AUGUST 9, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Heat's Precious Achiuwa, KZ Okpala draw Mike Brown raves as part of Nigeria roster that shocks USA Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Brown counts himself as a fan of the Heat's Precious Achiuwa and KZ Okpala during the Nigerian na...
JULY 11, 2021 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM
Miami Heat: Why KZ Okpala should not be in the rotation Although Miami Heat fans want KZ Okpala to get playing time, he should not be in the rotation because of how head coach Erik Spoelstra would...
DECEMBER 29, 2020 • HOOPSHABIT.COM
KZ Okpala Loses Himself In The Best Way Possible | Miami Heat There’s 2:39 left in the first quarter of the HEAT’s preseason finale against the Raptors. KZ Okpala is on the right wing as Goran Dragić an...
DECEMBER 19, 2020 • NBA.COM
Miami Heat: Is Anyone not excited to potentially see KZ Okpala? The Miami Heat landed KZ Okpala early in the second round of last year's draft. Could he ready to jump into the mix and make his mark? Miami...
DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
Inactive for opener Okpala (Achilles) is inactive for Saturday's restart opener against the Nuggets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact Okpala is dealing with Achilles tendinitis, so he won't play in the opener. His role on the team is minimal, so his absence won't affect the rotation.
AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Sitting out exhibition finale Coach Erik Spoelstra ruled Okpala out ahead of Tuesday's scrimmage with the Grizzlies due to Achilles tendinitis, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact The Achillies issue has limited Okpala's activity in practice of late and kept him out of the Heat's previous scrimmage Saturday against the Jazz, but Spoelstra doesn't seem concerned that the injury is a long-term concern. Spoelstra said he's hopeful that Okpala will be able to put in a full practice Thursday, which would likely make the rookie available when the Heat resume their season Saturday against the Nuggets.
JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
