Miami Heat DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Miami Heat forward/center Kevin Love (heel) won't be able to entertain his former fans, as the team has ruled him out for Wednesday's matchup against Cleveland. The veteran has yet to suit up this month and misses an 11th consecutive game with a bruised heel. Love's absence has given Thomas Bryant a boost, as he's been back in the rotation, even posting a pair of double-digit scoring games recently. However, Bryant sees very little action behind starting center Bam Adebayo, and fantasy managers can't really count on him to do the business on a nightly basis. Even Adebayo might struggle on Wednesday versus a team that allows the fourth-fewest points in the league to opposing centers.

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) is questionable heading into Wednesday's meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 34-year-old has missed the Heat's previous two games with a right foot bruise. However, he's already missed 21 games during the 2023-24 campaign, so fantasy managers wouldn't be shocked if he doesn't suit up on Wednesday evening. With Tyler Herro (foot) and Duncan Robinson (back) ruled out, Miami needs Butler back in the lineup, considering the team has lost six of their last 10 games. At any rate, Bam Adebayo and Terry Rozier are already must-start fantasy options. Yet, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Caleb Martin would earn the same label if Butler stays sidelined.

Miami Heat guard Duncan Robinson (back) isn't available for Wednesday's game against Cleveland. Robinson left Sunday's loss to the Philadelphia 76ers because of back discomfort. The ailment undoubtedly limited him, considering he scored three points in 24 minutes. It's not known how severe Robinson's injury is. However, his next chance to suit up will be Friday versus the visiting Pelicans. With Tyler Herro (foot) out, Robinson's absence is a massive blow to the starting lineup. Things will get even worse on Wednesday if Jimmy Butler (foot) misses another contest. If that's the case, Caleb Martin and Terry Rozier, combining for 35 shot attempts on Sunday, may continue to see an increase in scoring chances. The same can be said for Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Bam Adebayo.

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (hamstring) is in danger of missing a third consecutive game on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 20-year-old forward has been battling a right hamstring strain. He is averaging 6.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.9 assists across 32 games this season. Haywood Highsmith will likely continue to start if Jovic cannot suit up. Haywood collected 11 points, five rebounds and two assists in 26 minutes of work on Monday versus Philadelphia.

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Heat star is in danger of missing three consecutive contests with a foot contusion. If Butler is out, Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s fantasy value will go up. On Monday, he was on the court for 35 minutes against the 76ers, where he registered nine points, nine rebounds, four assists and one steal.