Overview
- Spoelstra said he is still deciding the Game 1 starters and noted the group could change as soon as Game 2.
- Miami went 0-6 in the preseason, starting 10 different players as the staff emphasized evaluation and depth.
- Bam Adebayo, Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins are the closest to locks, with Nikola Jovic or Kel'el Ware the leading frontcourt option alongside Adebayo.
- Herro (ankle surgery) and rookie Kasparas Jakucionis (groin) were ruled out after Tuesday’s practice and did not travel for the opener.
- Ware returned to practice Tuesday from neck spasms, and Spoelstra said he likes the progress the young big is making, with point guard duties still between Davion Mitchell and Dru Smith.