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Wiggins

Back in the Heat lineup after an eight-game absence, Wiggins only played 20 minutes on Monday. The numbers weren’t great, but he did record a complete stat line while shooting over 50 percent from the field. Miami does not have a back-to-back until Sunday/Monday, so fantasy managers should not have to worry about Wiggins’ availability for Wednesday and Friday games against the Cavaliers.

Wiggins is back in the Heat lineup after an eight-game absence and will be in the starting lineup. Simone Fontecchio heads to the bench to make room for Wiggins. Meanwhile, Norman Powell will once again come off the bench, with Larsson retaining his place in the starting five.

Powell has missed two straight games, while Wiggins has missed eight in a row. Both could slot immediately back into the starting lineup, though Wiggins could face a minutes restriction after so much time off. Pelle Larsson and Simone Fontecchio could see their roles reduced with Powell and Wiggins available.

While Jaquez only missed Thursday’s loss to the Lakers, Wiggins has been out for the last seven. His likely return would push Simone Fontecchio to the bench one game after he put up 21 points in a loss to the Rockets. While he would remain in the rotation, Fontecchio offers less upside when used in a reserve role.

Wiggins’ continued absence should keep Pelle Larsson in the starting lineup for another game, increasing his short-term fantasy value. However, Larsson is not a must-stream player in 12-team leagues.

Wiggins will miss a sixth consecutive game, with Kel’el Ware having started the last two. Starting alongside Bam Adebayo raises the second-year center’s ceiling, and he’s already rostered in most 12-team leagues. Managers in 10-team leagues should consider adding Ware if he’s on the waiver wire.

Ware made a second consecutive start on Saturday, as the Heat remained without Andrew Wiggins (toe). The second-year center reached double digits in rebounds for the second straight game, and the double-double was his 22nd of the season. Add in the defensive stats, and this was a good night for managers who have Ware on their fantasy rosters. However, with Norman Powell (groin) returning on Saturday, Ware could head back to the bench as soon as Tuesday’s game against the Hornets.

Wiggins has missed Miami’s last four games with a toe injury, and Saturday’s game will be the fifth. While Myron Gardner had been the replacement in the starting lineup, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra called on Kel’el Ware to fill the void in Thursday’s win over the Bucks.

Wiggins will miss a fourth straight game with a toe injury, likely resulting in another start for Myron Gardner. Gardner is not worth the risk in redraft leagues despite the role change.

Wiggins will remain out for a third consecutive game, the last two due to sesamoiditis in his left big toe. Myron Gardner has filled the void in the starting lineup, totaling 10 points, 11 rebounds and four assists. Fantasy managers seeking a streamer are better off adding Jaime Jaquez Jr. if he’s on the waiver wire.