Chris Andersen (knee) is a game-time decision for Friday's matchup with the Pacers. The Heat could really use Andersen as they try to get a win against the big bodies of the Pacers and move into the No. 1 spot in the East. They're already without Greg Oden (knee).

Chris Andersen (knee) will not play against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. He's dealt with back and knee injuries for much of the season and the Heat will let him rest tonight. It's unknown if it's a precaution, but the Heat will want him healthy for the playoffs as their best rim protector on the team. He can be cut in most fantasy formats. Justin Hamilton might get some run tonight.

Chris Andersen returned to action from a knee injury on Tuesday, but had just five points, five rebounds and no blocks in the loss. This is not what his owners were looking for, although we doubt he was in many lineups after sitting out his previous game.

Chris Andersen (back, knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game vs. the Knicks. With Birdman, Dwayne Wade, and Greg Oden all out expect Bosh to get some extended minutes and shoulder more of the offensive load. The Heat play again on Tuesday vs. Brooklyn and Andersen should be considered questionable for that one. Check back closer to the tip on Tuesday for more updates.

Chris Andersen double-doubled off the bench on Monday against the Blazers, scoring 13 points on 4-of-8 shooting with 11 rebounds, one steal and two blocks in 23 minutes. Andersen has been a recommended play with the Heat's schedule in his favor, though he also profiles as a guy that could use some rest down the stretch so owners should stay alert. Ray Allen hit just 3-of-10 shots for eight points but had two threes, three boards and three assists as a recommended play, as well.

Chris Andersen came off the bench for 16 points, eight rebounds and zero blocks on 6-of-7 shooting in Tuesday's loss. He's not a reliable scorer, but can get loose when guys are sitting out (LeBron James sat tonight), but is averaging 8.6 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.4 blocks over his last five games. And with the Heat potentially resting studs on a regular basis the rest of the way, Andersen could finish the season on a high note.

Chris Andersen scored 14 points on 6-of-7 shooting with six rebounds and four blocks in 22 minutes off the bench on Friday against the Nuggets. Andersen is coming off a 13-rebound, six-block game on Sunday and with a 4-4-4-4 schedule to wrap things up he's worth a look if you need a big man. That said, he could cool off or get rested as a player with limited durability.

Chris Andersen got rid of his mohawk and scored a season-high 18 points to go along with three rebounds and a block as the Heat beat the Mavericks on Tuesday. He hit 7-of-9 shots and surprisingly, still looked just like Birdman, even without the mohawk. While the points were nice to see, this was one of his lowest rebounding games of the season. And given the fact he came in averaging just 6.5 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocks on the season, he should probably be left on waivers, despite the scoring explosion.

Chris Andersen hit all five of his shots for 13 points and seven rebounds in 25 minutes on Tuesday. He also had a steal and a block, and is starting to get some run again for the Heat. He's only worth consideration in very deep leagues, as this was just his 10th game of the season in double digits scoring, while he's yet to have more than nine rebounds in a game this year.

Chris Andersen returned to action on Monday January 20.