Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) will be in action on Friday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has been upgraded from probable to available. Jaquez Jr. has been dealing with a right ankle sprain lately, making only a limited impact. He hasn't played more than 19 minutes in either of the last two games, averaging 11.0 points. On Friday, Jaquez Jr.'s productivity could increase, as Cleveland allows the ninth-most bench points in the NBA.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (hip) is unavailable for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The 25-year-old will be held out of action during tonight's contest due to hip tightness. With Jaquez Jr. out, Simone Fontecchio and Keshad Johnson will likely be assigned expanded roles. Both turned in impressive outings off the bench in Tuesday's loss to the Hornets, combining for 25 points. Johnson also logged three steals and one blocked shot.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (hip) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The UCLA product has been one of the Heat's most durable players this season, but he might be unavailable on Thursday night due to hip tightness. If Jaquez Jr. doesn't suit up, Simone Fontecchio and Keshad Johnson will be candidates for increased playing time. Both performed well off the bench in Tuesday's loss to Charlotte, combining for 25 points. Johnson also made a mark defensively, snagging three steals and blocking one shot.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (knee) won't be available on Saturday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He will be forced to miss a second straight game due to a left knee sprain. Miami has also lost Davion Mitchell (shoulder) from the rotation, increasing the fantasy value of Pelle Larsson, Kasparas Jakucionis, and Simone Fontecchio. On Saturday, the team could also be without Tyler Herro (toe, ribs), who is listed as questionable. However, this will be a tough matchup for the Heat against the NBA's top-ranked defense.

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (knee) was downgraded from questionable to out for Thursday night's home game against the Celtics. This will be the first game Jaquez misses with knee soreness, and his next chance to return will be Saturday against the Thunder. Without Miami's version of JJJ, Nikola Jovic could pick up some extra minutes in the second unit, although Jaquez is only playing 23.0 minutes per game over his last five games, produccing averaging 12.4 points, 3.8 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will be active on Saturday against the Indiana Pacers. He landed on the injury report late with a questionable tag after picking up a stomach bug. However, Jaquez Jr. has now been cleared for action. The 24-year-old has also recently dealt with an ankle injury, missing two games. Jaquez Jr. faced the Pacers only a couple of weeks ago and gave them nightmares with a 28-point performance across 29 minutes. With him back in the fold, we will likely see Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larsson less in the rotation.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) will suit up for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Jaquez will make his return to the court after missing each of the last two games due to a right ankle sprain. The return of Jaquez should mean less playing time for Pelle Larsson and Simone Fontecchio. This season, Jaquez is averaging 16.2 points, 4.7 assists, and 5.3 rebounds across 29.1 minutes per game. Jaquez is having a breakout season for the Heat as his averages in points, assists, and rebounds are all career highs. He's flying under the radar and is worth looking at as a streaming option.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is questionable for a meeting with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night. He's been dealing with a right ankle sprain recently, missing two games. The absence of Jaquez Jr. has left Miami without one of the league's most productive reserves. The 24-year-old has contributed 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists across 29.1 minutes. Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larsson have had additional playing opportunities with Jaquez Jr. out. However, the rotation dynamics changed on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, as Tyler Herro ended a nearly month-long absence.

Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) won't be in the rotation Tuesday night when the team visits the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 24-year-old was initially ruled out, then upgraded to questionable, before getting ruled out again. That suggests he could return Thursday night in Chicago. This will be the second straight game Jaquez will miss. He's averaging career-highs in points (16.2), rebounds (5.3), and assists (4.7) off the bench. The good news for Miami is that All-Star guard Tyler Herro (toe) is available to play.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (groin) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. He could miss a second consecutive contest due to a right groin strain. Jaquez Jr. has impressed this season, producing 16.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game off the Miami bench. Pelle Larsson and Kel'el Ware led the second unit on Saturday against the Detroit Pistons. Simone Fontecchio is in a position to log more action without Jaquez Jr. available, but he didn't see the floor in Saturday's game.

Miami Heat guard/forwardJaime Jaquez Jr.(hip) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Bucks. The 24-year-old hasn't missed a game this season, but he was listed on the injury report as questionable earlier due to issues with his right hip. Jaquez is becoming one of the NBA's best bench performers, averaging 16.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists across 30.4 minutes. If Jaquez has a setback and is unable to suit up this evening, it would allow Simone Fontecchio to take on a larger role in the rotation.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (hip) is on the injury report as questionable ahead of a meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. The 24-year-old may have to skip his first contest of the season due to an issue with his right hip. Following a poor 2024-25 campaign, Jaquez Jr. has bounced back in style, becoming one of the NBA's best bench performers. He is averaging 16.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists in 30.4 minutes. Jaquez Jr.'s absence on Wednesday would allow other second-unit players to take on a larger role in the rotation, with Simone Fontecchio looking like the most attractive fantasy piece.

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) has been listed as available for Friday's NBA Cup matchup with the New York Knicks. The third-year wing has popped up on the injury report a few times, but has yet to miss a game this season. Despite not being a starter, Jaquez has seen the most minutes of his career through the beginning of this season and has produced career highs in points (17.0), rebounds (7.2), assists (5.1), field goal percentage (.544), and free throw percentage (.826). As long as Bam Adebayo (toe) and Tyler Herro (ankle) are sidelined, Jaquez will see plenty of opportunities.

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Jaquez is dealing with a left ankle sprain but hasn't missed any time this season. He's been a very solid piece of Miami's offensive production off the bench, averaging 17.4 PPG and 4.8 APG. If he's forced to miss tonight then the Heat will need to find a way to backfill his 29.6 minutes per game. Expect Nikola Jovic and Simone Fontecchio to get extended run if Jaquez is unable to suit up on Saturday.

The Miami Heat picked up their team option for guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. on Tuesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. This will tie Jaquez Jr. with the team through the 2026-27 season. After the $5.9 million fourth-year option expires, Jaquez Jr. will become a restricted free agent in the summer of 2027 unless he agrees to a contract extension. Jaquez Jr. was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2024, but he struggled during his sophomore year. The 24-year-old averaged 8.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 20.7 minutes last season. Jaquez Jr. is currently projected to have a bench role for the upcoming campaign, which limits his fantasy appeal.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. had a miserable sophomore campaign and wants to get back on track in 2025-26. After being one of the standout rookies in 2023-24, Jaquez Jr. lost a regular rotation spot last season and logged only 19 total minutes in the playoffs. "Just going back and watching some film," Jaquez told Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. "I think that's a big one. Just remembering what it was that put me on the floor, what it was that got me to this position. Just kind of leaning into my strengths, as well as working on things that I need to work on like shooting and defense. And just bringing it all together as a whole, I think is one of the biggest things for me this offseason." As a versatile player, Jaquez Jr. can help fantasy teams in multiple ways, but he needs to be on the floor to make a difference.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is listed as questionable on the injury report ahead of Friday's clash against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The second-year player recently sprained his right ankle and could miss a fourth consecutive game. Jaquez's sophomore season has not gone as planned, but he could take on a more prominent role in the rotation if he returns on Friday, as the Heat are dealing with several injuries.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) will miss a second consecutive game on Monday versus the Washington Wizards. It was always unlikely that Jaquez Jr. would be ready to return after the team listed him as doubtful on the initial injury report. The Heat also remain without Andrew Wiggins (ankle), allowing Duncan Robinson to have a greater role. He has averaged 18.0 points and 5.3 assists with 48 percent three-point shooting over the last three games. The injury situation also boosts the fantasy value of Haywood Highsmith, who has returned to the rotation in the past few games.

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will suit up for Wednesday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He missed Monday's matchup against the Boston Celtics due to a stomach bug but has recovered in time for Wednesday's action. Andrew Wiggins' move to Miami has been bad news for Jaquez Jr., but he may have an expanded role on Wednesday due to the absences of Duncan Robinson (illness) and Terry Rozier (illness).

Miami Heat forwardJaime Jaquez Jr.(illness) is unavailable for Monday's matchup with the Boston Celtics. Jaquez was listed as questionable but didn't practice on Sunday and now will be sidelined due to an illness. With Jaquez out and Tyler Herro(illness), questionable newcomers Andrew Wiggins,Kyle AndersonandDavion Mitchell could see more minutes than expected in their debut with the Heat. Wiggins, in particular, could impact fantasy with plenty of scoring opportunities likely coming his way this evening.