Norman Powell good news
Miami reported positive injury news on Norman Powell ahead of their next matchup, easing short‑term availability concerns (heavy.com). That update changes matchup planning for the Heat as they prep for the Spurs game (heavy.com).
Norman Powell was diagnosed with a Grade 1 right groin strain on Feb. 27 and the Heat labeled him “week‑to‑week” after an MRI, per the team’s announcement. (hoopsrumors.com ) Coach Erik Spoelstra said Powell’s left calf “tightened up” the morning of March 21, and the team listed him as unavailable for that night’s game in Houston before he was later listed questionable. (sports.yahoo.com ) (rotowire.com ) Powell returned to action on March 23 and played 29:43 off the bench, finishing with 21 points on 7‑of‑18 shooting and 4‑of‑11 from three in the Spurs game. (nba.com ) Andrew Wiggins — who had missed eight games with sesamoiditis in his left big toe — was cleared to play and logged 19:38 for nine points in the same contest. (hoopsrumors.com ) (nba.com ) Miami’s coach opened the game with Davion Mitchell, Tyler Herro, Pelle Larsson, Andrew Wiggins and Bam Adebayo in the starting five, with Larsson remaining in the rotation after Powell’s recent absences. (msn.com ) (rotowire.com ) Despite getting key players back, Miami fell 136‑111 to San Antonio; Victor Wembanyama finished with 26 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks as the Spurs extended their win streak. (espn.com )
