Mitchell is not in the starting lineup for Monday's preseason game against the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

The Heat will give Dru Smith a look as the starting point guard Monday instead. Mitchell's placement on the bench is not likely indicative of a role change, as he still appears to be the most likely candidate to start at the one for Opening Night in the absence of Tyler Herro (ankle).

Mitchell (calf) was cleared to return from his calf injury Friday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell had been sidelined since the end of training camp with calf soreness, resulting in three missed preseason games. He was back at practice Friday and now appears to have the green light to suit up for Sunday's exhibition against Orlando.

Mitchell (calf) is out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Spurs, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Although he was able to participate in Tuesday's practice in a limited capacity, Mitchell is not ready to make his preseason debut Wednesday. His next chance to play arrives Sunday in Orlando. Mitchell remains likely to open the regular season as the top point guard in the absence of Tyler Herro (ankle).

Mitchell (calf) was a limited participant at Tuesday's practice, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell has missed the first two preseason games for Miami, but the guard remains day-to-day. For now, he can be considered questionable for Wednesday's preseason contest against the Spurs.

Mitchell (calf) is out for Monday's preseason game against the Bucks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell is out for a second consecutive outing with a calf injury. His next opportunity to make his first preseason appearance arrives Wednesday against the Spurs. With Tyler Herro (ankle) on the shelf, Mitchell remains in line to function as the starting point guard for the Heat to begin the season.

Mitchell (calf) will not play Saturday's preseason contest against Orlando, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell was unable to practice Friday due to soreness, so while it sounds like a minor issue, the Heat aren't going to take any chances during the preseason. With the Heat expected to be very shorthanded, this could be a big opportunity for Dru Smith.

Mitchell sat out Friday's practice because of calf soreness, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

This sounds like a minor setback for Mitchell, and the Heat are likely being cautious. For now, there's no word if this will impact Mitchell's status ahead of Saturday's preseason game against Orlando.

Mitchell intends to sign a two-year, $24 million contract with the Heat, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell will return to the Heat after spending the latter half of the 2024-25 campaign in Miami. The 26-year-old guard appeared in 30 regular-season games for the club after being acquired via trade from Toronto, averaging 10.3 points, 5.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 31.6 minutes per game during that span. He also shot 50.4 percent from the field and 44.7 percent from three-point range.

The Heat extended a qualifying offer to Mitchell on Tuesday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

This was essentially a formality for Miami. By extending this qualifying offer, Mitchell becomes a restricted free agent, allowing the Heat to match any offers from outside clubs. Mitchell thrived in 30 regular-season contests for Miami, putting up averages of 10.3 points, 5.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.4 steals while shooting 50.4 percent from the field and 44.7 percent from beyond the arc.

Mitchell supplied eight points (3-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and five assists over 35 minutes during Monday's 138-83 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Although he had a tough night Monday, Mitchell was a bright spot for the Heat during this series with 15.0 points, 6.3 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.8 three-pointers on 61.0 percent shooting. His career could take off with his new team, as he immediately stepped it up after his mid-season trade from Toronto to Miami. Across 30 regular-season contests, Mitchell produced 10.3 points, 5.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.4 three-pointers.