Andersen (ribs) is expected to return for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Andersen has missed the last five games with bruised rib, but indications are that he'll be able to play Wednesday in a rematch of the last two Eastern Conference Finals. With Justin Hamilton (groin) also injured recently, the Heat have missed Andersen's rim-protecting presence, and his impending return should alleviate some of the pressure on Chris Bosh defensively.

Andersen (ribs) will not play Sunday against the Mavs, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Andersen will miss his fifth straight game but appears close to a return. With two days off following Sunday's contest, the Heat are likely erring on the side of caution. Expect to see more of Udonis Haslem and Shawne Williams, as Justin Hamilton (groin) is also out Sunday.

Andersen (ribs) won't play Saturday. This will be the fourth straight game he will miss with the injury, and this should continue to open things up for Shawne Williams in the frontcourt.

Andersen (ribs) is not expected to play Saturday against the Timberwolves, the Associated Press reports. Although Anderson was able to participate on a limited basis in Friday's practice, he will likely sit Saturday, marking his fourth straight absence. His status for Sunday's game against the Mavs is uncertain.

Andersen (ribs) was a limited participant during Friday's practice, and will be questionable for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves. Andersen has only played in two of the Heat's five games this season as he continues to deal with bruised ribs. He's needed even more now that fellow center, Justin Hamilton (groin) has been ruled out for Saturday's game. If Andersen is given the green light to play against the Timberwolves, he'll slide in as the immediate reserve to Chris Bosh at center.

Andersen (ribs) will not play Tuesday against the Rockets, Joseph Goodman of the Miami Herald reports. The Birdman was doubtful heading into Tuesday night, and he'll sit out his second straight game with bruised ribs after missing Sunday's matchup with Toronto. Consider Andersen questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Hornets.

Andersen (ribs) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Rockets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Andersen sustained a bruised rib in Saturday's win over Philadelphia, and chances appear slim that he's on the court against the Rockets. That's good news for Dwight Howard, who will face a depleted Miami front line, as Udonis Haslem (quad) is also banged up and considered questionable to play. Chris Bosh will likely be forced to match up with Howard for much of the night.

Andersen (ribs) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup with the Raptors. Andersen is dealing with a bruised rib suffered in Saturday's victory over the Sixers. He likely won't miss an extended period of time, but Miami will be without him for Sunday evening's game against Toronto. Udonis Haslem (quad) will also sit out, so the Heat will be stretched thin in the frontcourt.

Andersen (toe) will be active for Tuesday's preseason game. While he will be active, he may not play big minutes, as the Heat could opt to take a cautious approach with the backup center.

Andersen (calf/toe) practiced fully Monday, but coach Erik Spoelstra considers the big man questionable for Tuesday's preseason outing against the Magic, the Miami Herald reports. Andersen's array of minor injuries held him to the bench in the Heat's preseason opener Saturday, and that caution could extend to another game. Because offseason addition Josh McRoberts (toe) may not be cleared for Opening Night, Andersen would be the favorite to factor into the frontcourt mix next to starting center Chris Bosh.