Dru Smith

Dru Smith did not participate in Monday's practice due to a left hip contusion.

Fantasy Impact

Smith played in Saturday's game against the Sacramento Kings, but has been managing a hip injury for the past couple of weeks, so it could simply be a maintenance day for him. The Miami Heat are expected to provide clarity on his status for Tuesday's NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Orlando Magic when they release their injury report Monday evening.

Dru Smith is available for Wednesday’s game against the Bucks.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is good to go after being upgraded to probable. He will remain off the fantasy radar.

Dru Smith has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday’s game against the Bucks.

Fantasy Impact

Smith had initially been listed as questionable. He should be good to go for Wednesday’s game.

A hip contusion has placed Dru Smith's availability in doubt for Wednesday's contest against the Bucks. Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports that the reserve guard is currently considered day-to-day.

Fantasy Impact

Should Smith be unable to play, the backup point guard minutes would likely consolidate, raising the fantasy floor for Davion Mitchell. His potential absence could also open the door for Kasparas Jakucionis to see the floor for the first time in his NBA career.

Smith (knee) will be available for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. The guard was initially listed as probable earlier in the day but has been cleared to play after quickly shedding the designation.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is expected to maintain his usual role as Miami’s backup point guard. He’s averaged 6.1 points, 3.5 assists, 1.5 rebounds and 1.6 steals through 11 games this season.