MIAMI HEAT NEWS

Bam Adebayo - Cleared to suit up Wednesday Adebayo (illness) is good to go for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Adebayo was upgraded to probable leading up to the contest, so it appeared likely he would retake his spot on the floor Wednesday. Adebayo should reassume his starting spot and figures to log hefty minutes with Dewayne Dedmon (foot) still out. Nikola Jovic will presumably slot back into a bench role as a result.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo back for Heat vs. Lakers; LeBron plays on second night of back-to-back Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler was back Wednesday night from the ankle sprain sustained in the first half of Friday night’ s loss to the vi...

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

Nikola Jovic - Considered questionable Wednesday Jovic is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers due to back spasms, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jovic was a late addition to Wednesday's injury report, as he's apparently dealing with a back issue a few hours before tipoff. He started Monday against the Timberwolves and logged nine points, three rebounds and a block in 19 minutes.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Butler - Available Wednesday Butler (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Butler was initially listed as questionable after missing Monday's win over the Wolves. He's been struggling to stay healthy, appearing in only 21 games this season, and the veteran hasn't played four consecutive games since mid-November. Still, he's producing well lately. This month, he's averaging 23.1 points on 60.0 percent shooting, 7.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.0 steals in 33.3 minutes.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gabe Vincent - Available Wednesday Vincent (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Vincent returned to action Monday against the Timberwolves and logged 11 points, two rebounds and a steal in 18 minutes. He carried a questionable tag ahead of Wednesday's matchup, but he'll be able to play through his knee issue once again.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Caleb Martin - Gets green light Wednesday Martin (ankle) will be available for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Martin was considered probable for Wednesday's game leading up to the tilt and has indeed received the all-clear to give it a go. He should slot into his usual starting role but hasn't been particularly productive lately, combining for just eight points between the last two games. However, Martin attempted 12 shots last time out, so there's certainly room for improvement in the scoring column.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bam Adebayo - Upgraded to probable Adebayo (illness) is listed as probable for Wednesday's matchup with the Lakers.

Impact Adebayo has been upgraded from questionable to probable Wednesday with a non-COVID illness after missing Monday's contest. The star big man might play extended minutes if he suits up, with Dewayne Dedmon (foot) out.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers' Patrick Beverley Questions Kyle Lowry's Defense Beverley leaves Lowry off the list of top defensive point guards

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Lakers' Patrick Beverley Questions Kyle Lowry's Defense Beverley leaves Lowry off the list of top defensive point guards

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

LeBron James Leaves Playing Status For Tonight's Game Against Miami Heat Up In The Air James and the Lakers face the Heat tonight on second game of back-to-back

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

LeBron James Leaves Playing Status For Tonight's Game Against Miami Heat Up In The Air James and the Lakers face the Heat tonight on second game of back-to-back

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Entire Miami Heat Team Attends Udonis Haslem Jersey Retirement At Miami High The Heat organization showed their support by appearing at ceremony

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

ASK IRA: Will impending schedule dictate the course of the rest of the Heat's season? Is make or break at hand for Erik Spoelstra, Miami Heat?

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

James, Los Angeles set for matchup with Miami Los Angeles Lakers (14-20, 13th in the Western Conference) vs. Miami Heat (17-17, eighth in the Eastern Conference)

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • THESTAR.COM

Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra Compares LeBron James To Tom Brady The Heat are set to play LeBron and the Los Angeles Lakers Wednesday in Miami

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Kyle Lowry - Omitted from injury report Lowry (personal) wasn't included on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Lowry was excused from Tuesday's practice for a personal reason, but it appears he will be available for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers. Lowry has posted a pair of solid fantasy efforts since returning from a three-game absence due to a knee injury, averaging 19.5 points, 7.0 assists and 5.5 rebounds over 34.0 between them.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Udonis Haslem - Deemed questionable for Wednesday Haslem (Achilles) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Haslem was cleared for Monday's contest after initially being listed as questionable with the Achilles issue, but the veteran ultimately never saw the court. He's appeared in just five games this year and is averaging 1.2 rebounds in 6.8 minutes, so his availability shouldn't have any fantasy implications.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Caleb Martin - Likely available again Wednesday Martin (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Martin is listed as probable for a second straight game due to a lingering ankle injury. He was ultimately cleared and started Monday's contest, posting eight points, eight rebounds and one assist in 28 minutes. He figures to garner a similar role against Los Angeles on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gabe Vincent - Considered questionable Vincent (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Vincent will be questionable once again due to a lingering knee injury. He was sidelined for nine straight games due to the issue before returning to action Monday and posting 11 points and two rebounds in 18 minutes during the 113-110 win over Minnesota.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heat's Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler questionable for Wednesday's matchup with Lakers The Heat hope key players Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler will return from injuries when they face the Lakers on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

'He's redefining what's possible': LeBron James on a roll before facing Heat on Wednesday LeBron James returns to Miami on Wednesday when the Heat host the Lakers.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Kyle Lowry - Should play Wednesdsay Lowry is expected to suit up Wednesday despite being excused from Tuesday's practice for personal reasons, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact No specifics were given as to why Lowry didn't participate in practice Tuesday, but it doesn't sound like there are any concerns surrounding his status leading up to Wednesday. Expect him to start at point guard for Miami again unless something changes over the next 24 hours.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dewayne Dedmon - Out Wednesday Dedmon (foot) is out Wednesday against the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Dedmon will sit out a third straight game due to plantar fasciitis. Orlando Robinson should continue seeing an increased role as backup center.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bam Adebayo - Tabbed as questionable Wednesday Adebayo (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Adebayo's availability will have major implications on the Heat's rotation for the upcoming contest, as Dewayne Dedmon has already been ruled out. If Adebayo can't go Monday either, look for Orlando Robinson and Nikola Jovic to cover some additional frontcourt minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Butler - Questionable Wednesday Butler (ankle) is considered questionable for Wednesday's contest versus the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Butler was unable to take the court Monday against the Timberwolves due to a lingering ankle issue that has resulted in him missing two of the last three. His status is likely up in the air and may not be decided until game day.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE