Little was waived by the Heat on Saturday.
After spending his first four seasons in Portland, Little took a step back during his time in Phoenix last season. The wing averaged just 3.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 0.5 assists across 10.2 minutes per game. He was unable to make enough of an impression to land on Miami's final roster, so the sixth-year pro will have to look for a new opportunity.
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Heat's Nassir Little: Lands with Heat
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Little signed a one-year contract with Miami on Monday, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.
Little took a step back during the 2023-24 campaign while with the Suns, averaging 3.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 0.5 assists in only 10.2 minutes per appearance. He'll get an opportunity for a fresh start in Miami, where he'll compete for playing time with the likes of Pelle Larsson and Duncan Robinson.
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Nassir Little: Let go by Phoenix
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The Suns waived Little on Wednesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Little signed a four-year, $28 million extension with the Trail Blazers in October of 2022 and was traded to the Suns in September of 2023. He made only 45 regular-season appearances (two starts) for Phoenix last season, averaging 3.4 points and 1.7 rebounds in 10.2 minutes. He's still owed $22 million, which will be stretched out over multiple years. The Suns also waived E.J. Liddell.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Gets garbage-time run in return
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Little (knee) played the final 2:58 of Thursday's 127-112 loss to the Celtics, finishing with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound.
Little was available to play for the first time since late February after a two-plus-week absence due to left knee inflammation, but as had been the case before him missing time with the injury, he wasn't a part of head coach Frank Vogel's rotation. He didn't check into the game until less than three minutes remained in the contest, when Boston had already built an 18-point lead and Phoenix had essentially conceded the win.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Good to go Thursday
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Little (knee) has been cleared for Thursday's game against Boston, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Little expressed confidence earlier Thursday hat he would be able to suit up, and he's now officially available for a primetime matchup with Boston. The fifth-year forward has averaged just 2.0 points and 2.0 rebounds and 8.7 minutes across his last three healthy appearances and may not be included in the rotation.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Likely to return against Boston
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Little (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Celtics.
Little hasn't played since Feb. 25 due to left knee inflammation but is expected to return to action Thursday. Little went through a full practice Wednesday and could receive playing time if Eric Gordon (knee) is ruled out.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Out another week
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Coach Frank Vogel said Wednesday that Little underwent a PRP injection for his left knee inflammation that will sideline him "for a week or so", Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Little has already missed Phoenix's last four contests due to left knee inflammation and will remain out for at least another week. However, Little's continued absence shouldn't significantly affect the Suns' rotation.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Out for Tuesday
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Little (knee) is out Tuesday versus Denver.
Little has been banged up of late, and left knee inflammation will sideline him for a fourth consecutive contest Tuesday. The 24-year-old's next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday against Toronto.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Remains out Sunday
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Little (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Little will miss a third straight game. His absence shouldn't impact the rotation, even with Bradley Beal (ankle) sidelined, while Little's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Denver.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Out for Saturday
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Little (knee) will not play Saturday versus Houston, Amanda Pflugrad of 3TV Phoenix reports.
Little will miss his second game in a row Saturday, but his absence won't have a big impact on the rotation with Bradley Beal returning.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Unlikely to play Saturday
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Little (knee) is doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Rockets, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Little is expected to miss his second straight contest due to left knee inflammation. Even when available, Little has been an inconsistent part of Phoenix's rotation.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Will not play Monday
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Little (knee) will not appear in Monday's game against the Clippers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com.
Little will now miss his seventh straight game due to his knee injury. While he is sidelined, expect Grayson Allen, Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop to see an increase in their respective workloads.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Listed as questionable
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Little (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Miami, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Little has been sidelined for the past four games, and he wasn't able to practice Thursday either. However, the questionable tag suggests that he remains day-to-day going forward.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Sidelined Wednesday
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Little (left knee soreness) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Little has been battling a knee injury since Dec. 29, and despite being listed as available for Monday's game, he didn't take the floor. With Kevin Durant (hamstring) also sidelined Wednesday, Keita Bates-Diop and Yuta Watanabe could see more minutes. Little's next chance to play will come Friday against Miami.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Available to play
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Little (knee) is available for Monday's game versus Portland.
Little missed the past two games for Phoenix, but his return is a welcome sight. With Kevin Durant (hamstring) out and Eric Gordon (calf) considered questionable, Little could see a healthy amount of minutes Monday if he's feeling up to it.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Out vs. Magic
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Little (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Orlando, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
This marks Little's second straight absence while on the mend from a knee injury. His next chance to return will arrive Monday against Portland.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Out Friday with sore knee
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Little won't play in Friday's game against the Hornets due to left knee soreness, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
In addition to Little, the Suns will also be without Josh Okogie (ankle), though their absences will be offset by the return of Bradley Beal (ankle) from an extended absence. Once healthy, Little will likely settle into a minor role in the Phoenix rotation as a backup forward.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Now listed as questionable
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Little (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Dallas, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Little entered Monday with no injury designation, but he was reportedly ruled out Monday evening due to left knee soreness prior to ascending to questionable shortly after. He would be a welcome component of Phoenix's cast of wings if healthy enough to suit up, although his status is in flux.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Starting Sunday
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Little is starting Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Little will make his first start of the season with Bradley Beal (ankle) out of the lineup. Little has averaged 9.3 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists in the seven games in which he has seen 20-plus minutes this season.
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Suns' Nassir Little: Good to go Wednesday
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Little (concussion) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Nets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Little has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after clearing concussion protocols. He is averaging 4.4 points and 1.8 rebounds in 14.4. minutes across his last five appearances.
