Wiggins provided 24 points (11-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Thursday's 107-101 loss to the Spurs.
Norman Powell's (groin) absence has resulted in a nice boost for Wiggins, who's averaged 22.5 points over the last two games. In order for Miami to maximize its potential, Wiggins needs to replicate this kind of production once Powell returns to the starting five. Wiggins' defensive acumen is never in question, and he's exhibiting decent rebound and steal totals to begin the season.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Quiet showing in win
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Wiggins posted nine points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 31 minutes during Sunday's 115-107 win over the Knicks.
Wiggins has been off to a relatively quiet start to the campaign in Miami. Through three games, he's seeing 26.9 minutes per contest with averages of 12.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.0 blocks and 0.7 three-pointers on 48.3 percent shooting from the field and 58.3 percent from the line. With Jaime Jaquez and Nikola Jovic right behind him, Wiggins doesn't have much breathing room if he's not performing well.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Tallies 18 points in season opener
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Wiggins produced 18 points (6-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-7 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 125-121 loss to the Magic.
Wiggins turned in a solid showing from the field but was unable to find his shooting touch from downtown. Opportunities were spread somewhat evenly amongst the starting five, as he was one of four starters to reach double-digit field-goal attempts. Wiggins should continue to see his fair share of chances on the offensive end with Tyler Herro (ankle) expected to remain sidelined until mid-November.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Scores 10 in preseason loss
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Wiggins dropped 10 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five assists and three rebounds over 23 minutes in Friday's 141-125 preseason loss to Memphis.
Wiggins hasn't performed well on the offensive end in the preseason, which is concerning because he will be asked to step up in the absence of Tyler Herro (foot). Wiggins will look to get right before the Heat play the Magic in their regular-season opener Wednesday.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Quiet in preseason loss
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Wiggins ended with six points (3-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one rebound in 24 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the Hawks.
Wiggins returned to the lineup after sitting out the previous game due to rest purposes. While it was good to see him out there, his production left a lot to be desired. With Tyler Herro likely to miss up to two months due to foot surgery, Wiggins will need to be a focal point, especially on the offensive end. Consistency and aggression have always been sticking points when it comes to Wiggins' style of play, something the coaching staff will be looking to change this season.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Suiting up Monday
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Wiggins (rest) is available for Monday's preseason game against the Hawks.
After resting during Sunday's preseason tilt against the Magic, Wiggins will get some exhibition reps Monday. The veteran forward figures to see action in the first half before taking a seat during the second half.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Resting Sunday
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Wiggins (rest) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Wiggins, Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell will get the night off Sunday for the first leg of a back-to-back set. Expect Wiggins to be back for Monday's matchup against Atlanta. Davion Mitchell, Pelle Larsson, Jaime Jaquez, Keshad Johnson and Kel'el Ware make up Sunday's starting five.
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Heat's Andrew Wiggins: Paces starting five in scoring
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Wiggins notched 11 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two assists and one steal across 12 minutes in Saturday's 126-118 preseason loss to the Magic.
Wiggins led the starting lineup in scoring and was one of five Heat players to reach double figures. The veteran forward is likely to take on an increased role in the offense while Tyler Herro recovers from the surgery he underwent Sept. 19 to address left foot and ankle impingements. Wiggins appeared in 60 regular-season games between the Heat and Warriors last season, during which he averaged 18.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.0 steals across 30.7 minutes per game.
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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.
