Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Drops 12 points in Game 4 loss
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Wiggins racked up 12 points (5-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist in 22 minutes during Monday's 138-83 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Wiggins didn't do much to help his team avoid elimination Monday, as he continued to struggle offensively. The Kansas product finished the regular season strong with back-to-back 20-point performances, but never got near that total in this first-round series with the Cavaliers, scoring a combined 46 points throughout four straight losses. The 29-year-old's season comes to an end, averaging 11.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.3 blocks per game, shooting 37.2 percent from the floor and 35 percent from beyond the arc in this series.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Held to 10 points
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Wiggins logged 10 points (3-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, three assists and three blocks across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 121-112 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Wiggins was having an off night for Miami, so coach Erik Spoelstra opted to roll with the hot hands of Haywood Highsmith and Nikola Jovic down the stretch. Wiggins had better luck in Game 1, finishing with 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal over 38 minutes.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Notches 14 points
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Wiggins chipped in 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Sunday's 121-100 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
After missing seven of the last nine regular-season games due to a hamstring issue, Wiggins is not expected to have any limitations during the postseason. Across 17 appearances with his new team, Wiggins produced averages of 19.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks per game.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Will play vs. Chicago
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Wiggins (hamstring) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Bulls.
Wiggins has missed seven of the last nine games due to a hamstring issue. Fortunately for Miami, the one-time NBA champion will be available for the Play-In Tournament on Wednesday in Chicago. In 17 games with Miami, the veteran forward has averaged 19.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks per game, shooting 45.8 percent from the floor and 36 percent from beyond the arc.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Sitting out regular-season finale
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Wiggins (hamstring) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Wizards, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Wiggins will sit out Sunday's regular-season finale as the Heat will play it cautiously with his persisting hamstring issue. Jaime Jaquez, Duncan Robinson, Haywood Highsmith and Kyle Anderson are all candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Wiggins' next chance to suit up is Wednesday's Play-In Game against Chicago.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Well-rounded line in return
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Wiggins (hamstring) recorded 14 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal across 27 minutes Wednesday in the Heat's 119-111 loss to the Bulls.
The Heat held Wiggins' minutes in check as he returned from a six-game absence due to right hamstring tendinopathy, but the veteran forward produced well across the board, aside from some shaky shooting from the free-throw line. Wiggins apparently steered clear of any setbacks in his return, as the Heat list him as available for their penultimate game of the regular season Friday in New Orleans. Wiggins should be ready to handle a slightly larger workload in his second game back from injury.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Cleared to play against Chicago
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Wiggins (hamstring) is available against the Bulls on Wednesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Wiggins will return from a six-game absence Wednesday after progressing in his recovery from a right hamstring injury. His return could result in reductions in minutes for Pelle Larsson, Kyle Anderson Duncan Robinson. Wiggins is averaging 19.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks since being acquired by the Heat from the Warriors in early February.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Questionable for Wednesday
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Wiggins (hamstring) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.
Wiggins has missed the last six games for the Heat while dealing with a hamstring injury. However, he could make his return to the floor Wednesday in Chicago. If he's ruled out, Miami will likely continue to turn to Pelle Larsson, Duncan Robinson and Kyle Anderson to pick up the slack.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Ruled out Monday
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Wiggins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Philadelphia, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
The veteran forward will miss his sixth consecutive contest due to right hamstring tendinopathy, though head coach Erik Spoelstra said that he's "very close" to returning, per Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Bulls. Pelle Larsson will likely continue to receive the starting nod due to Wiggins being sidelined, though Duncan Robinson and Kyle Anderson are also candidates for a bump in minutes.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Iffy for Monday
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Wiggins (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Wiggins is in jeopardy of missing his sixth consecutive contest due to right hamstring tendinopathy. If the 30-year-old forward remains on the shelf, Pelle Larsson will likely receive the starting nod versus Philadelphia.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Remains out Thursday
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Wiggins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.
Wiggins will miss a fourth straight game Thursday as he continues to nurse a hamstring issue. Pelle Larsson will likely see more time on the floor with the one-time NBA champion missing another game for Miami.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Ruled out, lacks return timetable
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Wiggins is out for Wednesday's game against Boston due to right hamstring tendinopathy.
The veteran forward's absence streak will extend to three games Wednesday, and head coach Erik Spoelstra said Tuesday that Wiggins has no timetable for a return, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Until Wiggins is healthy, Pelle Larsson should stick in Miami's first unit.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Ruled out for Monday
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Wiggins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Washington, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.
Wiggins will miss his second consecutive contest due to right hamstring tendinopathy. HIs next chance to suit up will come Wednesday at Boston, which is the final game of the club's three-game road trip. Alec Burks (back) and Pelle Larsson are candidates for an uptick in playing time due to Wiggins being sidelined.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Not with team, out for Saturday
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Wiggins didn't travel with the Heat for their upcoming three-game road trip and won't play in Saturday's matchup against the 76ers due to a hamstring injury, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
The hamstring injury is a new concern for Wiggins, though he could meet the team for Monday's game in Washington. With the star forward being sidelined against Philadelphia, Kyle Anderson, Jaime Jaquez and Alec Burks (back) are candidates for an uptick in playing time.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Explodes for 42 points in win
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Wiggins registered 42 points (16-21 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 4-7 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 35 minutes during Sunday's 122-105 victory over the Hornets.
Wiggins had one of the most efficient games not only of the season but perhaps of his career, as he missed just five of his 21 shots en route to scoring a season-high mark. Wiggins has scored a combined 72 points in his two games since returning from a two-game absence due to an ankle injury, and he should be a prominent figure in the Heat offensive scheme in the final weeks of the regular season.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Scores team-high 30 points
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Wiggins finished Friday's 102-98 loss to Houston with 30 points (10-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes.
Wiggins returned from a two-game absence as he continues to deal with a minor ankle concern. He hit the ground running, scoring 20 of his team-high 30 points in the first quarter. With very little support from his teammates, the Heat fell to their 10th straight loss. While he has been a serviceable addition to the Miami roster, it's fair to say things are not looking up in South Beach.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Expected to play Friday
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Wiggins (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Rockets.
After initially being listed as questionable, Wiggins is expected to return for the Heat's matchup Friday following two straight absences due to a right ankle impingement. Before his two-game absence, the 30-year-old averaged 18.8 points on 47.5 percent shooting in his previous five games.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Ruled out Wednesday
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Wiggins (lower leg) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Wiggins will miss a second consecutive game for the Heat while dealing with a contusion on his left leg. Second-year forward Jaime Jaquez stands to get an increased workload with the veteran ruled out against Detroit.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Iffy against Detroit
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Wiggins (lower leg) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.
Wiggins is in danger of missing his second straight contest Wednesday due to a left lower leg contusion. If Wiggins is ultimately downgraded to out, Jaime Jaquez could draw another start.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Won't go Monday
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Wiggins (lower leg) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Wiggins appeared to be trending in the wrong direction after missing morning shootaround, and the team has since announced that he'll be held out of Monday's clash. Jaime Jaquez will draw the start at small forward in Wiggins' absence.
