Antetokounmpo (wrist) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
As expected, Antetokounmpo will shed his probable tag due to a right wrist sprain, keeping his record of perfect attendance this season alive. The superstar forward has posted two double-doubles and two triple-doubles over the last four games, averaging 28.5 points, 15.5 rebounds, 7.8 assists and 1.8 combined steals-plus-blocks over 33.8 minutes per game during that span.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Probable for Wednesday
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Antetokounmpo is probable to play Wednesday against the Clippers due to a sprained right wrist.
Antetokounmpo is dealing with a sprained wrist on his shooting hand, but it doesn't appear he has any intention of sitting out Wednesday's game. Check back closer to Wednesday's tipoff for official confirmation on his status.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Tallies 30 points in loss
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Antetokounmpo collected 30 points (10-17 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 10-15 FT), 12 rebounds, seven assists, one steal and two blocks in 34 minutes during Monday's 138-117 loss to the Lakers.
Antetokounmpo delivered yet another strong all-around performance, posting his second straight 30-point showing while making his presence felt on the boards. He also made an impact as a playmaker by tying Davion Mitchell for the team lead in dimes. Antetokounmpo is averaging 28.4 points, 12.3 rebounds and 5.7 assists through his first seven games with Miami.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Massive triple-double in blowout win
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Antetokounmpo racked up 31 points (13-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 17 rebounds, 10 assists and one block across 31 minutes in Friday's 145-125 win over the Pacers.
Antetokounmpo turned in an extremely efficient shooting performance en route to a game-high scoring total. The superstar forward also led all players in rebounds while finishing second in assists, securing his second triple-double of the season. He's reached the 30-point threshold in three of his six regular-season outings and is now shooting 59.1 percent from the field on the campaign.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Double-doubles in win
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Antetokounmpo racked up 24 points (11-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-5 FT), 18 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 129-117 victory over the Hawks.
Antetokounmpo dominated the glass, ripping down a season-high 18 rebounds, as he helped guide the Heat to their first regular-season win. The 31-year-old superstar has been thriving on his new team, averaging 27.6 points, 11.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.6 blocks per game.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Triple-doubles in defeat
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Antetokounmpo notched 29 points (12-23 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-7 FT), 14 rebounds, 11 assists and one block across 39 minutes in Monday's 113-109 loss to the Mavericks.
After logging 14 points on 4-of-11 shooting in Saturday's loss to Charlotte, Antetokounmpo bounced back in a major way Monday, albeit in another losing effort. The superstar forward tied Cooper Flagg for the game-high marks in points and assists. Antetokounmpo also paced all players in rebounds, securing his first triple-double with the Heat through four regular-season games.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Fouls out in 25 minutes
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Antetokounmpo logged 14 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 25 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 115-110 loss to the Hornets.
After racking up 71 points on 62.2 percent shooting through the first two games of the season, Antetokounmpo had an off-night Saturday and fouled out of the game with two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. He struggled with some tough defense from Naz Reid, but he should be able to bounce back Monday with a more favorable matchup against the Mavericks.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Another 30-plus-point effort in defeat
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Antetokounmpo posted 36 points (15-26 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block across 33 minutes in Friday's 128-111 loss to the Pistons.
The Heat suffered another double-digit loss in their second game of the regular season, though Antetokounmpo dominated. The two-time MVP led all players in scoring, dropping 35-plus points for a second straight game. Additionally, the superstar delivered a much more well-rounded effort than he did in the regular-season opener, as he grabbed a game-high 12 rebounds while tying for the team lead in assists and steals Friday.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Drops 35 points in loss
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Antetokounmpo closed Wednesday's 131-106 loss to the Timberwolves with 35 points (13-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 9-14 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 30 minutes.
Antetokounmpo enjoyed an efficient night from two-point range in his regular-season debut with the Heat, finishing with a team-high 35 points. He was also second on the Heat in rebounds. However, the superstar forward missed five free throws and didn't offer much on the defensive end while chipping in only one assist.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Expected to play Wednesday
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Antetokounmpo (rest) is expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Timberwolves.
After sitting out Friday's preseason finale, Antetokounmpo is gearing up for his regular-season debut with Miami. Over three preseason appearances in 2026, the superstar forward averaged 15.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.7 combined steals-plus-blocks in 18.6 minutes per showing.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Won't play Friday
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Antetokounmpo (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Magic, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
The superstar forward will sit out Miami's preseason finale, joining Bam Adebayo (groin) on the inactive list. Antetokounmpo figures to be available for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Minnesota.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Just misses triple-double Wednesday
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Antetokounmpo ended with 20 points (8-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-9 FT), 15 rebounds, nine assists, one steal and three blocks across 24 minutes in Wednesday's 144-128 preseason win over the Nets.
Antetokounmpo appeared in his third preseason game for the Heat, and it was easily his best. Free throw shooting was an issue, and he also had trouble taking care of the ball. However, the multi-time All-Star had a fantastic showing overall, finishing one assist short of a triple-double. The Heat have one exhibition remaining before beginning the regular season against Minnesota on Oct. 21, though it wouldn't be surprising if Antetokounmpo didn't suit up for the preseason finale.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: In line to play Wednesday
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Antetokounmpo (rest) is in line to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets, Will Manso of Local 10 Miami reports.
Miami wants to give most of its usual players some reps Wednesday. The superstar forward figures to handle some playing time in the first half.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Won't play vs. Minnesota
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Antetokounmpo (rest) won't be available for Saturday's preseason game against the Timberwolves, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Antetokounmpo is one of several projected starters who won't be available for this preseason matchup. This is likely a rest-related move in order to have Antetokounmpo available for the regular-season opener on Oct. 21 against the Timberwolves, especially since he was limited to just 36 regular-season games with the Bucks in the 2025-26 regular season. His next chance to play will come against Brooklyn on Wednesday.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Enjoys efficient night
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Antetokounmpo totaled 18 points (8-13 FG, 2-5 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 18 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason win over the Pelicans.
Antetokounmpo turned in another strong performance in the preseason, as he was able to score at will in the first half and also found other ways to contribute. He's now put up 27 total points over his first two exhibitions and appears to be meshing well with his new squad.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Cleared to play Saturday
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Antetokounmpo will play in Saturday's preseason game against the Raptors, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Antetokounmpo is set to make his Heat debut in the team's preseason opener Saturday. The two-time MVP has been a full go in training camp after appearing in just 36 regular-season games with the Bucks in 2025-26, when he averaged 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.6 combined steals-plus-blocks in 28.9 minutes per tilt.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Likely to play Saturday
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Antetokounmpo is expected to play in Saturday's preseason opener against Toronto, per Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.
The superstar forward is in line to make his highly anticipated first appearance in a Heat uniform Saturday. Antetokounmpo is looking to stay on the floor more often in his Miami debut season after logging a career-low 36 regular-season appearances for the Bucks in 2025-26.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Full go at training camp
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Antetokounmpo (knee) was a full go at training camp Tuesday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Antetokounmpo had no limitations after missing the end of the 2025-26 campaign with a nagging knee issue. He was spotted going through some one-on-one drills with Bam Adebayo in what was described as a "surreal experience" by coach Erik Spoelstra.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Sits out for Greece
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Antetokounmpo (knee) did not participate in Greece's latest FIBA World Cup qualifying window as he focused on preparing for the 2026-27 NBA season.
Antetokounmpo's absence wasn't due to restrictions from Miami, as Greece's federation indicated the decision was made as part of his preparation for the upcoming season. The 31-year-old will begin a new chapter with the Heat after being acquired from Milwaukee in a blockbuster trade this offseason.
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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo: Traded to Miami
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The Bucks traded Antetokounmpo (knee) and Bobby Portis (wrist) to the Heat on Monday in exchange for Tyler Herro (foot), Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez, Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks, one pick swap and one second-round pick, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
After 13 seasons, 10 All-Star nods, two MVPs, a Defensive Player of the Year award, a championship and a Finals MVP, Antetokounmpo will take his talents to South Beach. The superstar forward appeared in just 36 regular-season games in 2025-26 due to several injuries, averaging 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.7 blocks in 28.9 minutes per showing. He'll now form a formidable pairing with Bam Adebayo (back) in the Miami frontcourt while the Bucks navigate life without their franchise cornerstone.
