ImpactHinton was released from his Exhibit 10 contract after spending the preseason with Houston. He will likely spend the 2023-24 campaign with the Rockets' G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
OCTOBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Nate Hinton - Let go by HoustonThe Rockets waived Hinton on Saturday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.
Heat tweak roster as opener approachesThe Miami Heat signed guard Dru Smith to a standard contract and converted the contract of forward Cole Swider to a two-way agreement on Sat...
OCTOBER 21, 2023•CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Heat waive Justin Champagnie, Cheick DialloThe Miami Heat waived forward Justin Champagnie and center/forward Cheick Diallo on Saturday, four days ahead of their season opener against...
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Cole Swider - Converted to two-way dealThe Heat converted Swider's Exhibit 10 contract to a two-way deal Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
ImpactWith Miami upgrading guard Dru Smith to a standard NBA contract, Swider will join R.J. Hampton and Jamal Cain as the Heat's three two-way players entering the regular season. As a rookie in 2022-23, Swider made seven appearances for the Lakers last season but otherwise spent the bulk of the campaign in the G League. Swider is likely ticketed to spend significant time in the G League once again in 2023-24, this time with the Sioux Falls Skyforce.
OCTOBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Dru Smith - Upgraded to standard contractThe Heat signed Smith to a multi-year standard NBA contract Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
ImpactAfter making 15 NBA appearances in 2022-23 between the Heat and Nets and averaging 2.9 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 10.5 minutes, Smith re-signed with Miami on a two-way pact in July. The Heat had an opening on the 15-man roster, and Smith will ultimately step in to fill the void while Miami keeps Cole Swider, R.J. Hampton and Jamal Cain as its three two-way players heading into the start of the regular season. It's unclear if Smith will open the season with a regular spot in head coach Erik Spoelstra's rotation.
OCTOBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Nikola Jovic - Scores in double figures off benchJovic posted 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-3 FT, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 26 minutes during Friday's 110-104 preseason loss to the Rockets.
ImpactJovic led the Heat in minutes Friday despite coming off the bench. While he struggled with his outside shot, he was able to convert on four of his five two-point attempts. Jovic is expected to compete for a depth role in the frontcourt this season.
OCTOBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Orlando Robinson - Struggles with efficiencyRobinson recorded seven points (2-7 FG, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one rebound in 16 minutes during Friday's 110-104 preseason loss to the Rockets.
ImpactRobinson showcased his defensive potential Friday but struggled with his shooting. Robinson is expected to be the Heat's third-string center behind Bam Adebayo and Thomas Bryant this season.
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