Anderson ended with zero points (0-1 FG) in eight minutes during Monday's 138-83 loss to Cleveland in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Anderson shook off a questionable tag and was able to play through his illness Monday, but Miami didn't exactly need him much with this game pretty much over by the second quarter. Following his mid-season trade from Golden State, Anderson was used sparingly by the Heat in the regular season, as the veteran saw 18.4 minutes across 25 appearances with 6.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.5 blocks.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Available for Game 4
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Anderson (illness) is available for Monday's Game 4 against the Cavaliers, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.
After being a late addition to the injury report, Anderson will be available to play through an illness Monday. The veteran forward has played just six minutes in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals and hasn't appeared in the past two games, so he's not a guarantee to see the floor in Game 4.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Questionable Monday
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Anderson (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's Game 4 against the Cavaliers.
Anderson was a late addition to the injury report and is in jeopardy of missing Monday's game due to an illness. The veteran forward has recorded a DNP in each of the Heat's last two games, so his potential absence shouldn't cause any significant waves in Miami's rotation.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Flirts with triple-double
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Anderson ended with eight points (4-6 FG), eight rebounds, six assists and two blocks across 25 minutes during Monday's 117-105 victory over the 76ers.
Bam Adebayo (back) sat this game out, and the Heat were shorthanded again, allowing Anderson to see extended run off the bench. He's certainly trending in the right direction as a fantasy streamer, posting averages of 11.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks in 25.3 minutes over his last four games.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Hits for season-high 19
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Anderson racked up 19 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 24 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 124-103 victory over the Celtics.
It was his best scoring performance of the season, and just the sixth time in 19 appearances for the Heat that Anderson has scored in double digits. The veteran forward has had trouble establishing himself in Miami's rotation since being acquired from Golden State, but injuries in the frontcourt have given him an opportunity, and he's taking advantage. Anderson has been in the rotation for five straight contests and played at least 20 minutes in four of them, averaging 10.4 points, 2.8 boards, 2.6 assists and 1.0 steals in 21.2 minutes during that span.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Logs 25 minutes in win
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Anderson recorded four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five assists, three rebounds, three steals and two blocks in 25 minutes in Monday's 106-90 win over the Wizards.
Anderson had an all-around performance Monday, facilitating open shots and playing disruptive defense. His playing time has been inconsistent and scattered, but the 31-year-old veteran has played well recently when given extended minutes. In nine games since being traded to the Heat, Anderson is averaging 4.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 13.8 minutes per game.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Coming off bench Friday
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Anderson is not in Miami's starting five against Toronto on Friday.
Anderson was placed in the Heat's starting lineup against the Mavericks on Feb. 13 and finished with 15 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 27 minutes. With Bam Adebayo (knee) and Andrew Wiggins (illness) returning, Anderson and Jaime Jaquez will come off the bench Friday.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Double-double in Thursday's start
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Anderson amassed 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 27 minutes during Thursday's 118-113 loss to Dallas.
With Bam Adebayo (knee) and Andrew Wiggins (illness) getting an early start on their All-Star breaks, Anderson slid into the starting five for Miami and delivered his first double-double of the season. The veteran forward was making just his second appearance for the Heat after being sent east from Golden State as part of the Jimmy Butler deal, and it's not clear if Anderson will have a consistent role in the frontcourt rotation when the team is at full strength.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Starting sans Adebayo
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Anderson will enter the starting lineup in Thursday's game against Dallas.
The veteran forward will get the starting nod with Bam Adebayo (knee) sidelined. Anderson made his Heat debut in Monday's loss to the Celtics, during which he posted zero points (0-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over 10 minutes.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Held scoreless in debut
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Anderson produced zero points (0-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over 10 minutes during Monday's 103-85 loss to the Celtics.
Anderson made his Miami debut Monday, but handled a minor role with the second unit. The Heat were without Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez due to illnesses Monday, so Anderson could end up being cut from the rotation if both players are able to return to action Wednesday at Oklahoma City.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Omitted from injury report
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Anderson (trade pending) isn't listed on Miami's injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Celtics.
Anderson hasn't played since Jan. 31. He was in and out of Golden State's rotation before the trade, and it's unclear what his role will be in Miami. However, it's safe to assume he'll operate off the bench and handle fewer than 20 minutes per game if he's part of the rotation.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Won't make Heat debut Friday
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Anderson (recently traded) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Brooklyn.
Anderson was acquired by the Heat on Wednesday via trade, though he'll have to wait to make his debut with his new club. The 31-year-old's next chance to feature will come Monday against Boston.
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Heat's Kyle Anderson: Lands in Miami, likely to be re-routed
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Anderson was traded to the Heat on Wednesday as part of a deal that sent Jimmy Butler to Golden State. He'll remain in Miami "for now," Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Initial reports indicated Anderson would be sent to Toronto as part of the deal, but he'll remain in Miami for the short term after the Raptors' portion fell through. Still, the Heat seem to be planning to move Anderson before Thursday's trade deadline.
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Raptors' Kyle Anderson: Landing with Toronto
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The Raptors are trading for Anderson as part of a five-team deal centered around the Warriors acquiring Jimmy Butler, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Anderson hasn't been able to carve out a consistent role in Golden State's rotation this season, as he's averaging 5.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.6 blocks in 15.0 minutes over 36 games (three starts). Although the veteran forward theoretically has a clearer path to playing time with the rebuilding Raptors, there's a chance the team opts to agree to a contract buyout. As it stands, Anderson is set to compete with Ochai Agbaji and Bruce Brown for minutes off Toronto's bench.
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Warriors' Kyle Anderson: Gets 11 minutes Tuesday
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Anderson (glute) tallied six points (3-4 FG) and two rebounds across 11 minutes off the bench Tuesday in the Warriors' 114-103 win over the Jazz.
Anderson missed five straight games with left gluteal bursitis before being cleared to return to action ahead of Saturday's 118-108 loss to the Lakers, though the veteran forward didn't play in that contest while head coach Steve Kerr ran out an 11-man rotation. Kerr kept the rotation at 11 men again Tuesday, but Anderson was able to pick up some minutes as a result of Stephen Curry (knee) being held out for the front end of a back-to-back set. Curry should be cleared to play Wednesday against the Thunder, so Anderson could be at risk of moving back outside of the rotation.
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Warriors' Kyle Anderson: Cleared to play Saturday
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Anderson (glute) is not included on the Warriors' injury report for Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Before missing the last five games with left gluteal bursitis, Anderson had seen action in each of the Warriors' first seven games of January, averaging 6.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.9 blocks in 18.0 minutes per contest. Though the Warriors will be without Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) and Draymond Green (calf) on Saturday, Anderson may not necessarily be returning to a sizable role in the Golden State frontcourt. During Anderson's recent absence, Gui Santos and Moses Moody have seen elevated playing time and have impressed in their opportunities, so head coach Steve Kerr could elect to prioritize them ahead of a healthy Anderson.
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Warriors' Kyle Anderson: Remaining sidelined
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Anderson (hip) is out for Thursday's game versus the Bulls.
Anderson will miss his fifth straight contest Thursday due to a left hip injury. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Lakers.
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Warriors' Kyle Anderson: Another absence coming
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Anderson (hip) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Kings.
Anderson's absence streak will extend to four games Wednesday due to left gluteal bursitis. Anderson's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Chicago.
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Warriors' Kyle Anderson: Sidelined once again
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Anderson is listed out for Monday's game against the Celtics due to left gluteal bursitis.
The Warriors had initially labeled Anderson's injury as left hamstring soreness, but the team is now classifying the veteran forward's health concern differently. He'll miss his third straight game Monday and will be joined on the sideline by Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) and Draymond Green (calf), leaving Golden State thin at forward.
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Warriors' Kyle Anderson: Out again Saturday
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Anderson (hamstring) will miss Saturday's game against the Wizards.
This will be Anderson's second game in a row on the shelf. Fortunately for Golden State, Draymond Green (illness) is expected back in the lineup Saturday. Anderson's next chance to play will be Monday against Boston.
