Miami Heat DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (illness) is listed as probable to suit up on Tuesday against the Sacramento Kings due to an illness. Rozier was initially expected to play on Monday against the Denver Nuggets but was later downgraded to out, although his absence is likely to remain at a minimum. T-Ro should command Charlotte's offense versus the Kings, and he's bouncing back after a down 2022-23 for third-round fantasy numbers in 20 games overall during 2023-24. In 14 contests without LaMelo Ball (ankle) this year, Rozier is putting up 24.3 points, 7.9 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 3.1 threes, and 1.4 steals per game. Ish Smith notched double figures with 10 points in 29 minutes amid Monday's spot start, but he should head back to the Hornets' second unit with Rozier expected back.

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (illness) won't play on Monday against the Denver Nuggets. He's not feeling well and had been listed as questionable leading up to this one. However, he'll get the night off, so his next chance to return will be on Tuesday in Sacramento. The Hornets are down some of their other potent scorers, with Gordon Hayward (calf) and LaMelo Ball (ankle) also out. As a result, Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges should get plenty of minutes and lead the way offensively. There's also streaming potential for guys like Cody Martin, Bryce McGowens, and Ish Smith, although all three are risky options in any fantasy format.

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (illness) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. He's under the weather, so he may join Gordon Hayward (calf) and LaMelo Ball (ankle) on the shelf for the meeting against the defending champs. If that's the case, Ish Smith, Cody Martin, and Nick Smith Jr. could see more action. However, Miles Bridges, P.J. Washington, and Brandon Miller would be the favorites to lead things offensively without Rozier on the floor.

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) won't play on Monday night against the Clippers. The veteran returned from a four-game absence on Friday evening versus the Utah Jazz. However, he suffered a right foot injury, ending his night after only 23 minutes. Without question, the Heat will do all they can to keep Butler healthy, especially since he's battled various injuries throughout the 2023-24 campaign, so there's a chance he may miss more time during the Heat's road trip. Of course, it will be business as usual for Miami without Butler in the lineup, with Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. expected to lead the way offensively. On the other hand, Duncan Robinson and Jamal Cain are worth streaming for fantasy managers willing to take a risk.