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Mitchell

Mitchell logged a game-high 48 minutes on Tuesday and did just about everything the Heat could have hoped for. He shot the ball well en route to leading the team in scoring, was one of Miami’s top facilitators, and was the Heat’s only player with at least one block and steal apiece. Unfortunately for Mitchell, his blocked game-winning layup attempt will be the lasting memory of what was a very strong performance. Mitchell played 70 games this season and made a big step as a passer. Yet he wasn’t a reliable option when it came to fantasy basketball.

Wiggins was one of several Heat players to make positive contributions on the offensive end of the floor. His 27 points trailed only Davion Mitchell’s 28, as the veteran forward had production across all three scoring levels. Wiggins was also one of the Heat’s best rebounders on the night during his 42 minutes of game action. He finished the season as a fairly comparable fantasy basketball performer as he was a season ago, albeit on fewer points per game. If Wiggins remains on the Heat going forward, he could be in for a similar season.

Herro and Mitchell are available for Sunday’s regular-season finale after not playing in Friday’s win over the Wizards. Their returns will push Simone Fontecchio and Kasparas Jakučionis to the bench, with the former offering a higher ceiling when used in a reserve role. A win over the Hawks, combined with a Hornets loss to the Knicks, would move Miami into the No. 9 seed. They would host the 9 vs. 10 game on Wednesday night.

Mitchell, who recorded his fifth double-double of the season in Thursday’s loss to the Raptors, is out with a right shoulder contusion. His absence likely means a spot start for rookie Kasparas Jakučionis, who has seldom merited streaming in fantasy leagues this season.

Mitchell is dealing with a right shoulder contusion, and “Off Night” could get a night off. Kasparas Jakučionis could see some extra run if Mitchell is ultimately ruled out.

Mitchell has reached double figures in assists on nine occasions this season, with Thursday’s 11 being the most in a game for him since a New Year’s Day win over the Pistons. Add in the points, and “Off Night” finished with his fifth double-double of the season. The three-point shooting remains a work in progress, but Mitchell has made strides as a point guard this season.

After struggling with his perimeter shot in his first two-plus NBA seasons, Mitchell has made significant strides since joining the Heat last season. A 44.7 percent shooter from deep in his 30 regular-season games for Miami last season, “Off Night” has made over 39 percent of his attempts in 2025-26. Against the Celtics, Mitchell shot 5-of-10 from three and dished out seven assists without a turnover. The Heat play once more in Week 23, as they host the Wizards on Saturday.

The Heat have won six straight games, and Mitchell’s improvements as a playmaker is one of the reasons for the team’s surgery. During the streak, he has totaled 29 assists and five turnovers. Mitchell may not provide elite scoring, but the improved efficiency and defensive ability have given his fantasy value a welcome boost. The Heat play two more games in Week 20, starting with the Bucks on Thursday.

Mitchell dealt with a shoulder injury earlier this season, which forced him to miss time in late January. However, he’ll play through a contusion in this game, meaning he’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting unit.

Mitchell missed six games in late January with a sprained left shoulder and is now dealing with a contusion to the same shoulder. If he’s unable to play on Tuesday, the Heat will likely turn to Kasparas Jakučionis to fill the void.