Heat's Pelle Larsson: Hits for 17 in Sunday's start
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Larsson had 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and six assists in 26 minutes during Sunday's 130-120 loss to the Lakers.
Making his third straight start in place of Norman Powell (groin), Larsson delivered a second strong performance, with two 17-point efforts sandwiched around a five-point dud against the Spurs on Thursday. The second-year forward is averaging 13.0 points, 4.3 boards, 4.0 assists and 1.7 threes in 27.7 minutes a contest as part of the starting five while shooting 56.0 percent from the floor, but Larsson's workload and usage will likely crater once Powell is cleared to return.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Starting sans Powell
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Larsson will start in Tuesday's game against the Hornets.
With Norman Powell (groin) sidelined, Larsson will get the starting nod for the first time this season. While the second-year swingman has averaged just 5.3 minutes per game in three regular-season appearances, he's likely to see significant playing time against the Hornets.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Returns to reserve role
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Larsson won't start Monday's preseason game against the Hawks.
With Miami resting its regulars, Larsson registered 14 points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), two rebounds, three assists, two steals and four turnovers in 21 minutes during Sunday's 120-104 preseason loss to the Magic. He had an inconsistent role as a rookie, but with the Heat in the midst of a retooling year, Larsson could see plenty of developmental minutes.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Nets 14 points in 21 minutes
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Larsson registered 14 points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), two rebounds, three assists, two steals and four turnovers in 21 minutes during Sunday's 120-104 preseason loss to the Magic.
Larsson made the most of some increased opportunity Sunday, as Andrew Wiggins, Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio all got hit with a rest day. Larsson will likely return to a limited reserve role during Monday's exhibition in Atlanta.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Joins starting lineup
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Larsson will enter the starting lineup for Sunday's preseason game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Larsson is getting a rare start with the Heat resting several key players Sunday. Larsson has made some noise in training camp and could be in the rotation mix for Opening Night.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Cleared to play vs. San Antonio
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Larsson (quadriceps) is available for Wednesday's preseason game against the Spurs, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Larsson has overcome a quadriceps injury that he suffered during this past summer's EuroBasket run. With Tyler Herro (ankle) on the shelf, Larsson will be trying to make an impression this preseason in an effort to be part of Miami's Opening Night rotation.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Still out Monday
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Larsson (quadriceps) is out for Monday's preseason game against the Bucks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Larsson is out for a second consecutive contest with a quadriceps injury, which he suffered during his final game at EuroBasket with Sweden. His next opportunity to make his first preseason cameo arrives Wednesday against the Spurs. Jaime Jaquez should handle more playing time Monday.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Out for Saturday
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Larsson (quadriceps) will not play in Saturday's preseason game against Orlando, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Larsson was unable to practice once again Friday. Larsson suffered a left quadriceps contusion during his final game at EuroBasket with Sweden, and the Heat are going to proceed with caution. His next chance to play comes Monday against the Bucks.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Sits out practice
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Larsson (quadriceps) did not practice Wednesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
After being limited at Tuesday's session, Larsson got the day off Wednesday. Larsson suffered a left quadriceps contusion during his final game at EuroBasket with Sweden, and it sounds like the Heat are going to proceed with caution. Larsson's status for Saturday's preseason game versus Orlando appears iffy at best.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Limited at practice Tuesday
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Larsson (quadriceps) was limited at practice Tuesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Larsson suffered a left quadriceps contusion during his final game at EuroBasket with Sweden. However, he did get some work in on the side during Tuesday's practice. The first preseason game for the Heat will take place on Oct. 4 against the Magic.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Paces Miami in SL win
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Larsson logged 24 points (7-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 9-10 FT), six assists and two rebounds across 33 minutes in Monday's 100-96 Summer League win over the Celtics. He'll now join Sweden's national team to prepare for EuroBasket, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Larsson posted a game-high 24 points, finishing as one of three Heat players to score 20-plus points. The 24-year-old swingman also recorded a team-best mark in assists. Monday's matchup was Larsson's final Summer League game this year. He averaged 18.0 points, 3.7 assists and 2.3 rebounds across 29.0 minutes per game during the Las Vegas Summer League.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Scores 14 in SL
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Larsson posted 14 points (3-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), three rebounds, two assists and a steal in 27 minutes during Sunday's 92-72 loss to the Cavaliers.
Larsson was able to put together a respectable offensive performance, despite logging only six shot attempts, and finished as one of three players in double figures for Miami. Larsson will likely have one final game at Summer League, as he is expected to leave to join Sweden's national team after the Heat's Summer League game Monday. He is also expected to play in EuroBasket later this offseason.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Available Tuesday
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Larsson (rest) is available and starting in Tuesday's Summer League game against the Warriors.
Larsson will return to action after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Lakers. The 24-year-old appeared in Saturday's win over the Spurs, contributing 18 points and three rebounds in 28 minutes.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Will play Wednesday
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Larsson (ankle) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.
After missing the last three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury, Larsson will potentially return to the floor Wednesday in Chicago. The rookie forward finished his first regular season in the NBA playing in 55 games and posting 4.6 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game while shooting 43.8 percent from the floor.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Still out Sunday
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Larsson (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Wizards, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Larsson will miss his third straight game Sunday due to a right ankle sprain. The rookie forward's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's Play-In Game against Chicago.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Late scratch Wednesday
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Larsson sustained a sprained ankle lifting weights before Wednesday's game against the Bulls and will be unavailable for the contest, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.
Larsson was slated to come off the bench for the first time in six games Wednesday, but after suffering an injury pregame, he'll be unavailable. His absence should leave more minutes for Alec Burks and Duncan Robinson. Larsson's next chance to play will come Friday at New Orleans.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Productive on both ends
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Larsson totaled 12 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, three steals and two assists over 26 minutes during Monday's 117-105 win over the 76ers.
Larsson made his sixth consecutive start Monday, reaching double figures for the fourth time during that stretch. He was efficient on offense and disruptive on defense, recording three steals. During this six-start run, the rookie is putting up 10.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.2 steals across 29.7 minutes per game. Larsson has filled in nicely for the injured Andrew Wiggins, who has missed the past six contests with a nagging hamstring injury.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Productive once again
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Larsson notched 15 points (7-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Monday's 120-94 win over Washington.
Larsson is making a strong case to remain in the starting unit for the time being, as he's racked up 29 points, 13 rebounds, nine assists, five steals and two blocks in his last two starts while shooting 50 percent from the floor. Larsson is starting only due to the absence of Andrew Wiggins (hamstring), but the rookie out of Arizona has turned heads with his play of late as the Heat aim to make a late push for a playoff berth.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Making third career start
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Larsson is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Larsson will move into the starting lineup due to the absence of Andrew Wiggins (hamstring), who didn't travel with the Heat for their upcoming three-game road trip and won't play in Saturday's matchup against the 76ers. Larsson has logged 14 and 18 minutes in his previous two starts this season, with the Heat losing both contests.
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Heat's Pelle Larsson: Back to bench role
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Larsson is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Larsson will return to the bench after starting in the previous contest, a 106-104 loss to the Timberwolves on Friday, where he finished with five points, four boards and one assist across 18 minutes. He's expected to hover around the 15-20 minute mark off the bench, so his fantasy upside will be somewhat limited.
