Dru Smith
G MIA
Mon 12/23/24 8:35 PM

Smith (lower leg) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Nets.
EDGE Analysis
Smith suffered what appeared to be a significant lower left leg injury during Monday's game and was quickly ruled out. He'll finish the contest scoreless (0-1 FG) with one rebound and one assist in seven minutes. Expect Alec Burks and Pelle Larsson to pick up the slack. Per Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Smith will undergo an MRI on Tuesday. We should have a clearer picture of his status following the test.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Mon 12/23/24 8:25 PM

Smith exited Monday's game against the Nets after sustaining an apparent knee injury, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith's left knee seemed to buckle, and he needed assistance to get back to the locker room. While he's sidelined, Alec Burks and Pelle Larsson could see more minutes.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Mon 12/23/24 7:05 PM

Smith is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Nets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith will return to the bench after starting in the Dec. 21 loss to the Magic, when he tallied 13 points, four rebounds and four steals across 26 minutes. That was his first start of the campaign, and the floor general is averaging 6.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 steals per game when coming off the bench.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Sat 12/21/24 6:42 PM

Smith is part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Magic.
EDGE Analysis
Smith will make his first start of the season Saturday, stepping into the first unit in place of Jimmy Butler (illness). Smith has logged more than 25 minutes in five straight games, averaging 9.8 points, 2.4 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 2.2 steals during that stretch.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Tue 12/17/24 2:43 PM

Smith closed with seven points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and six steals over 31 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 125-124 overtime loss to Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
Smith continues to make noise for Miami, recording a career-high six steals in this loss. With so many rumors swirling around the future of Jimmy Butler, Smith is someone that could step into a larger role if Miami deals their star forward. Through six December contests, Smith is averaging 7.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.5 three-pointers.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Fri 12/13/24 1:23 PM

Smith totaled 11 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Thursday's 114-104 win over Toronto.
EDGE Analysis
With Josh Richardson (heel) still sidelined, Smith saw a career-high 34 minutes. The third-year player made the most of it, tying his season high in points, outscoring starter Duncan Robinson (eight) and fellow second-unit guys Jaime Jaquez (six) and Terry Rozier (five). Thursday night's game made it clear that coach Erik Spoelstra trusts Smith to produce in a larger role as long as Richardson remains out.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Wed 11/27/24 6:33 PM

Smith (knee) will suit up for Wednesday's game at the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Smith has seen periodic minutes for Miami this season, though coach Erik Spoelstra seems to be searching for a spark, so fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if Smith gets an extra look now and then. In 10.4 minutes per game this season, the guard is averaging 2.8 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Wed 11/27/24 1:44 PM

Smith (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Smith will likely be available after missing two straight games due to a knee injury. However, he has had a volatile role with the Heat, and he's not guaranteed to see any rotation minutes on a nightly basis.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Tue 11/26/24 5:39 PM

Smith (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
Smith is slated to miss a second straight game due to a knee injury. His role has been sporadic this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Miami's rotation, especially considering the Heat are getting Terry Rozier (foot) back from a two-game absence.

Dru Smith
G MIA
Mon 11/25/24 3:49 PM

Smith (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
Smith missed Sunday's game against Dallas due to a right knee bone bruise he suffered in Friday's practice, but he remains day-to-day. When the Heat are healthy, Smith faces an uphill battle for consistent minutes.