Miami Heat’s Starting Player Unavailable Against Clippers Due to Headache
The Miami Heat will face off against the Los Angeles Clippers in Florida on Sunday evening.
Tyler Herro was added to the injury report just before the game due to a headache. Initially listed as questionable, the Heat later ruled him out.
Herro’s absence will be notable, given his impressive season statistics, averaging 21.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.0 steals per game, with shooting percentages of 42.9% from the field and 40.3% from three-point range across 30 games.
Miami currently holds the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference with a 26-23 record over their first 49 games. They have won their last two games but have struggled recently, posting a 3-7 record over their last ten games. In their most recent victory, they defeated the Washington Wizards 110-102, with Herro contributing 15 points, four rebounds, and five assists in 32 minutes of play.
Following the Clippers matchup, the Heat will host the Orlando Magic on Tuesday.
As for the Clippers, they sit at the third seed in the Western Conference with a 32-15 record over their first 47 games. Like the Heat, they are currently on a two-game winning streak and boast an impressive 8-2 record over their last ten games.