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Ware (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game in Chicago, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.
Ware saw just seven minutes off the bench in his return from a four-game absence Wednesday, so it'll be interesting to see if he's cleared for much more than that Thursday night. Ware will be a risky target in daily fantasy leagues as he works his way back from the hamstring injury.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Likely to play Thursday
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Ware is probable for Thursday's game against the Bulls with a right hamstring strain.
The second-year big man is likely to play the second half of Miami's back-to-back set. Ware logged seven minutes during his return to action from a four-game absence against Orlando on Wednesday. Over his past seven outings, Ware is trending down, averaging 7.0 points, 4.4 rebounds and 0.4 assists in 14.2 minutes per game while shooting 46.8 percent from the floor.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Light role in return
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Ware (hamstring) logged seven minutes and recorded four points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds and one block in Wednesday's 133-124 loss to the Magic.
Ware had missed the Heat's previous four games due to a right hamstring strain before returning to action Wednesday. With the Heat riding starting center Bam Adebayo for 39 minutes in the loss, little playing time was left over for Ware, who typically doesn't play alongside Adebayo when Miami is close to full strength in the frontcourt. With season-long averages of 11.5 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.2 three-pointers, 1.1 blocks and 0.8 steals in just 23.4 minutes per game, Ware has undeniable fantasy upside when given extended run, but he'll likely struggle to reach the 20-minute mark on a regular basis so long as Adebayo is healthy.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Listed available Wednesday
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Ware (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against Orlando.
The second-year big man is putting a four-game absence with a hamstring strain in the rearview mirror Wednesday. His return likely means fewer minutes will be open to Simone Fontecchio and Nikola Jovic in the Miami frontcourt. Over his last six appearances, Ware has averaged 7.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 0.5 assists in 15.5 minutes per game.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Questionable for Wednesday
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Ware (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Ware has missed the past four games for Miami, but he practiced Tuesday, which is an encouraging sign for his status for Wednesday's game. We'll have a better idea on his availability based on his activity level at shootaround, but if he is able to get back out there, Nikola Jovic's minutes would dip.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Will miss at least two more games
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Ware returned to Miami for treatment on his strained right hamstring Thursday, and he won't play in the Heat's back-to-back set against the Jazz on Saturday and the Suns on Sunday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Ware is set to miss his fourth consecutive contest Sunday, and his next opportunity to play will come at home against the Magic on Wednesday. With the second-year big man sidelined, Nikola Jovic will likely see increased playing time behind Bam Adebayo.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Receiving treatment in Miami
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Ware (hamstring) has returned to Miami to receive treatment, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Ware has already been ruled out for Thursday's clash against the Trail Blazers, but the fact that he's left the team puts his status for Saturday in Utah and Sunday in Phoenix in serious doubt. The team returns home from the current road trip after Sunday's matchup, so it's possible the big man will remain out until then. The Heat should have additional clarification on his availability over the next day or so.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Ruled out Thursday
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Ware (hamstring) will not play Thursday against Portland.
Ware was previously listed as questionable, so fantasy managers can assume that he's day-to-day. With Ware out for a second straight contest, the Heat will likely deploy some smaller lineups with Nikola Jovic possibly seeing a bump in minutes.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Questionable for Thursday
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Ware (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game in Portland, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.
Ware missed Tuesday's win over Sacramento with a sore hamstring, but there's a chance he'll be able to get back out there for Thursday's game in Portland. If he does return, Nikola Jovic's minutes would likely dip. Check back closer to Thursday's tip for official word on Ware's status.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Won't play Tuesday
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Ware (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game in Sacramento.
Ware is dealing with some tightness in his hamstring, so the Heat will err on the side of caution with their second-year center on the second leg of a back-to-back set. His absence will open up minutes for Nikola Jovic. For now, Ware should be considered questionable for Thursday's game in Portland.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Questionable with tight hamstring
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Ware is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to right hamstring tightness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Ware is in danger of missing the second half of a back-to-back set after posting 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists across 18 minutes during Monday's 135-112 loss to the Warriors. If the second-year big man is ultimately unable to suit up, the Heat would depend heavily upon Bam Adebayo at center Tuesday. Nikola Jovic could also see an expanded role in this case.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Efficient 15 points off bench
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Ware ended Monday's 135-112 loss to the Warriors with 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists across 18 minutes.
While Monday was an efficient showing, Ware's fantasy ceiling remains capped by the presence of Bam Adebayo at center. Ware has come off the bench in six consecutive games, failing to log at least 20 minutes in any contest, though his upside is high enough that he remains worth rostering in most leagues.
Ware will come off the bench for Thursday's game in Chicago.
Tyler Herro is returning to the starting lineup Thursday, which will shift Ware back to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Ware has compiled averages of 9.8 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per contest.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Double-doubles in defeat
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Ware finished with 16 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and one block over 25 minutes during Sunday's 125-106 victory over the Pelicans.
Ware remained in the starting five for a 10th straight game and recorded his fifth double-double over that stretch. The second-year center's 12 boards were a game-high mark, and he has grabbed 12 or more rebounds in seven of his last 11 games. Over his last five appearances, Ware has averaged 13.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks in 26.6 minutes per contest.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Grabs 13 boards in victory
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Ware registered four points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, two blocks and two steals over 27 minutes during Thursday's 118-112 win over Detroit.
After averaging 16.7 points per game on 66.7 percent shooting from the field over his previous three games, Ware struggled to get going on the offensive end Thursday. However, he made his presence felt in other ways, grabbing double-digit rebounds for the fifth time in his last eight outings. Additionally, the second-year center recorded a team-high two blocks and tied the team-best mark in steals, logging multiple swats and multiple swipes for just the second time this season.
Ware (quadriceps) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Ware was added to the injury report due to a right quadriceps contusion but will shed his probable tag and suit up in the second leg of Miami's back-to-back set. The second-year center has started five consecutive contests, racking up four double-doubles over that stretch.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Probable Saturday
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Ware (quadriceps) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Ware was not included on the Heat's initial injury report but is now listed as probable due to a right quadriceps contusion. Still, the second-year center is likely to suit up in the second leg of the team's back-to-back set. He has started five consecutive contests, racking up four double-doubles over that stretch.
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Heat's Kel'el Ware: Double-doubles in start
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Ware registered 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), 13 rebounds, one block and one steal over 33 minutes during Friday's 126-111 win over the Hawks.
Ware started for the fifth straight game, taking advantage of the fact that Bam Adebayo was out due to a back injury. This allowed Ware to play at least 30 minutes for the third time in the past five games, an encouraging sign when it comes to his long-term fantasy value. In six appearances over the past two weeks, Ware has been able to put up first-round value, averaging 16.8 points, 13.3 rebounds, 1.3 blocks and 2.5 three-pointers in 27.6 minutes per game.
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