Nikola Jovic News, Rumors, Updates - Miami Heat

Grabs eight rebounds in Game 3 loss Jovic logged 15 points (5-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Saturday's 104-84 loss to Boston in Game 3 of the firs...

Impact Jovic has been forced to play a prominent role for the Heat over the last few weeks, but he has been up to the task this postseason, scoring in double digits and grabbing at least six rebounds in his three appearances during the current series against Boston. Jovic should remain in the starting lineup for Game 4 on Monday. He's averaging 12.0 points and 7.7 rebounds per game in his last three outings.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Game 2 Jovic (back) is available for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Celtics.

Impact Jovic was a late addition to the injury report due to a minor back issue, but as expected, he's been upgraded from probable to available. He posted 10 points, six rebounds and a block in 26 minutes during Sunday's 114-94 Game 1 loss.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor back issue Jovic is probable for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Celtics due to back discomfort/spasms.

Impact Jovic is still expected to suit up despite being a late addition to the injury report. He posted 10 points, six rebounds and one block in 26 minutes during the 114-94 Game 1 loss and has started 29 straight appearances dating back to the regular season.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 20 • YOUTUBE

Continues solid play Friday Jovic accumulated 22 points (9-18 FG, 4-10 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 125-103 win over the Raptors.

Impact Jovic bounced back from a subpar outing against the Mavericks on Wednesday, tallying just six points across 24 minutes, and he surpassed the 15-point mark for the third time across his last four outings. Jovic has been a regular starter for Miami in the last few weeks, and he has been up to the challenge, averaging 9.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game since the All-Star break. He's also scored in double digits in six of his last 10 appearances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in double-overtime win Jovic totaled 23 points (8-12 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and one assist in 40 minutes during Tuesday's 117-111 double-overtime win over the Hawks.

Impact Jovic was efficient and continues to embrace the starting role, as he's now scored in double digits in four of his last six appearances. This was just the second time he surpassed the 20-point mark, and while he's not expected to do it regularly in the future, his fantasy upside has increased considerably now that he's a regular member of the first unit. Jovic has started 23 consecutive games and is averaging 9.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game in that stretch.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Jovic (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Hawks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Jovic has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a right ankle sprain. The 20-year-old big man has started in each of his last 22 appearances.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Tuesday Jovic is probable for Tuesday's game against the Hawks with a right ankle sprain.

Impact Jovic was previously dealing with a minor knee issue, but now it's his right ankle that's giving him a problem. He's expected to play, however, and he's likely to see minutes in the high teens to lower 20s based on recent outings.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Jovic (knee) will play Tuesday versus the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jovic is joined by Caleb Martin (ankle) and Terry Rozier (knee) in being cleared for action Tuesday, while Duncan Robinson (back) remains probable. Jovic is averaging 9.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 23.3 minutes across his last three appearances.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Tuesday Jovic (knee) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Jovic continues to deal with a minor right knee contusion that he suffered on Friday against Portland, but he was able to play through it Sunday against the Wizards and recorded 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 22 minutes.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Hits 12 points, grabs eight boards Jovic ended Sunday's 119-107 victory over the Wizards with 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 22 minutes.

Impact Jovic was listed as probable with a knee contusion before Sunday's match, and if his performance was of any indication, he didn't deal with any lingering effects from that minor issue. Jovic has established himself as a regular starter for the Heat in recent weeks and is averaging 8.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.8 steals per game since the beginning of March.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Active Sunday Jovic (knee) has been removed from the injury report in advance of Sunday's game against Washington.

Impact Jovic will not miss any time after suffering a right knee contusion in Friday's mammoth victory over Portland. He is averaging 10.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 2.5 made threes in 25.4 minutes across his last four healthy contests.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Probable to face Washington Jovic (knee) is probable to face the Wizards on Sunday.

Impact Jovic sustained a right knee contusion in Friday's win over the Trail Blazers, but the probable tag suggests he shouldn't have significant problems returning to the hardwood ahead of Sunday's contest. Jovic is averaging 7.5 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game in a starting role since the All-Star break.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee contusion Jovic suffered a right knee contusion and wasn't able to return to Friday's game versus Portland, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. He finished with five poi...

Impact Jovic tried to play a few possessions after he picked up the injury, but he appeared to be pretty uncomfortable. Miami had a big lead when Jovic left the game, so that could've been a factor. Jovic should be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Wednesday Jovic (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jovic has missed two straight games but will return to action Wednesday and will presumably draw another start, as Bam Adebayo (back) is sidelined. Jovic has started each of his last 12 appearances, averaging 7.7 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 20.4 minutes during that stretch.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Cleveland Jovic (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jovic is in danger of missing his third straight contest Wednesday due to a right hamstring strain. However, it is a good sign that the 20-year-old big man is initially being listed as questionable instead of out. If Jovic is unable to suit, Haywood Highsmith will likely continue to start.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Jovic (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Jovic will miss a second straight game due to a right hamstring strain. With Kevin Love (heel) also out, Haywood Highsmith is a candidate to draw another start, while Caleb Martin should see increased usage off the bench.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Pistons Jovic will not play in Sunday's matchup with the Heat due to a hamstring strain, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jovic presumably picked up the injury in Friday's victory over the Pistons. In his absence, Caleb Martin and Haywood Highsmith figure to be the prime beneficiaries. The second-year big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Monday against the 76ers.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Decent stat line despite loss Jovic closed with 10 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 23 minutes during Sunday's 110-108 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Jovic scored in double digits just for the second time since jumping into a permanent starting role, and there's no question he needs to get better offensively if he wants to experience an uptick in his fantasy upside as well. Jovic is averaging just 8.2 points per game over his last 10 starts, but the fact that he's shooting 49.2 percent from the field and 41.7 percent from deep in that span is certainly encouraging.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Tossed from game Jovic was ejected from Tuesday's game versus the Pistons with 5:43 remaining in the third quarter after receiving his second technical foul, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun...

Impact Jovic picked up his second technical foul Tuesday after arguing with the officials. The second-year big man will end the game with eight points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in 21 minutes. Jaime Jaquez and Caleb Martin will likely receive increased playing time in Jovic's absence.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in return Jovic notched eight points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT) and two rebounds across 15 minutes during Tuesday's 106-96 win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact Jovic returned from a one-game absence due to suspension and was given the chance to start, but he was limited to just 15 minutes of playing time. The second-year forward didn't play poorly, as he knocked down a pair of triples and didn't commit a turnover, but Miami elected to give Caleb Martin -- who came off the bench for the first time in eight games -- almost twice as many minutes. Jovic's playing time and production have been too inconsistent this season for him to be a viable fantasy asset at the present.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Jovic is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Trail Blazers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact After missing Monday's contest with a suspension, Jovic will replace Caleb Martin in the starting lineup Tuesday. Jovic is averaging 6.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 19.0 minutes across his last five starts.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to play Tuesday Jovic (suspension) is available for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Impact Jovic and Jimmy Butler will both suit up after serving one-game suspensions Monday for their involvement in an on-court altercation during Friday's win over the Pelicans. However, Jovic's role will likely be limited given Miami's frontcourt rotation is relatively healthy.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Butler, Naji Marshall among 5 players suspended after Heat-Pelicans incident

Jimmy Butler is one of five Heat and Pelicans players to be suspended after an on-court altercation during their game Friday night.

FEBRUARY 25

Jimmy Butler, Naji Marshall among 5 players suspended after Heat-Pelicans incident

Draws one-game suspension Jovic has been suspended for Monday's game against Sacramento due to his role in escalating a team altercation during Friday's win over New Orleans. Jimmy Butler has also been susp...

Impact Jovic punishment stems from exiting the bench area to involve himself in Friday's scrum. His next opportunity to take the court will come Tuesday versus Portland.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

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Jimmy Butler, Naji Marshall among 5 players suspended after Heat-Pelicans incident