Nikola Jovic

Nikola Jovic has been downgraded to week-to-week status due to a right elbow contusion, as reported by Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. The forward is expected to miss at least one week of action.

Fantasy Impact

This update follows his early exit from Monday's game and subsequent absence from practice. With Jovic sidelined for the immediate future, Kel'el Ware and Simone Fontecchio are expected to pick up additional minutes in the Heat's rotation.

Nikola Jovic (arm) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, as reported by Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. The forward is currently recovering from an elbow contusion sustained during Monday's game.

Fantasy Impact

The Heat have listed Jovic as day-to-day following the diagnosis. His absence from practice casts some doubt on his availability for Thursday's matchup against the Nets, and fantasy managers should look for his official listing on the upcoming injury report to see if he earns a questionable tag.

Nikola Jovic is considered day-to-day after an MRI confirmed a right elbow contusion, as reported by Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. The forward was forced to leave Monday's loss to the Raptors early due to the injury.

Fantasy Impact

The imaging results on Tuesday were described as "fairly encouraging," suggesting Jovic avoided a significant setback. His availability for Thursday's game against the Nets remains uncertain, with the Heat expected to provide further clarity on the official injury report later in the week.

Nikola Jovic underwent X-rays following Monday’s game against the Toronto Raptors, and the results came back negative.

Fantasy Impact

This is encouraging news for the Miami Heat, as it appears Jovic avoided a serious injury. He’s scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday, which should provide the team with a clearer timetable for his return. He’s been limited to just 9.5 minutes through three games in December, so his absence isn’t expected to impact the Heat’s rotation.

Nikola Jovic will not return to Monday's game against the Toronto Raptors due to a right arm injury.

Fantasy Impact

Jovic suffered the arm injury in the first quarter of Monday’s game and was seen wearing a cast/brace on his arm. The Miami Heat will likely evaluate him following the game to determine the severity of the injury. Keshad Johnson and Jaime Jaquez should see increased minutes for the remainder of the game.