Richardson suffered a left knee contusion in Saturday's 144-129 loss to Indiana and was unable to return. He finished with 16 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three assists, two rebounds and one block in 24 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson's night came to an early end, but he was at least able to turn in quality showing prior to his departure, as he hit double digits in the scoring column for the seventh straight game. He'll likely be considered day-to-day going forward, but Richardson will have some extra time to heal up before Miami returns to action Wednesday against Toronto.

Richardson closed with 19 points (8-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 142-132 win over the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran guard has scored in double digits in six straight games, and Richardson has become a key figure in Miami's backcourt with Tyler Herro (ankle) sidelined. Richardson is averaging 30.1 minutes over 11 games without Herro in the lineup, supplying 12.5 points, 3.5 assists, 2.9 boards, 1.5 threes and 0.8 steals over that stretch. With Herro inching closer to a return, Richardson's run of deep-league fantasy utility could be ending soon.

Richardson will come off the bench for Thursday's game against the Pacers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jimmy Butler (ankle) is returning from a two-game absence, but Richardson still figures to play a significant role with the second unit due to his ability to play multiple positions.

Richardson closed with 20 points (7-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds and seven assists across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 131-124 loss to Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

With Jimmy Butler (ankle) sidelined, Richardson handled a prominent role. He handed out a team-high assist mark while finishing as one of three Heat players with 20 or more points in a high-scoring loss to the Bucks. Richardson recorded a season-high point total while tallying at least 10 points and five assists in four games this year.

Richardson posted 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals over 34 minutes during Friday's 100-98 loss to the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson earned a spot in the starting lineup due to Duncan Robinson (thumb) being inactive, finishing as one of four Heat players with 15 or more points in a losing effort while connecting on a pair of threes along with a pair of steals. Richardson has started in two games this season, tallying double figures in both contests.

Richardson will start Friday's game against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Duncan Robinson is out with a thumb issue, but he's considered day-to-day. Richardson could see a boost in fantasy value in the short term, and in his only other start of the campaign, he put up 12 points, four assists, three rebounds, one steal and two three-pointers.

Richardson (back) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with back spasms. With Kyle Lowry (rest) back in the lineup, Richardson will likely return to the bench.

Richardson (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson is listed as probable again due to back spasms, but he's appeared in seven straight games and will likely be available again Tuesday. He drew his first start of the season Sunday and posted 12 points (4-7 FG), four assists, three rebounds and one steal in 26 minutes. However, if he's available Tuesday, he could retreat to the bench since Kyle Lowry (rest) will be back in action.

Richardson (back) is starting Sunday's game against the Spurs, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson was probable for Sunday's matchup due to his back injury, but he'll be able to suit up and will make his first start of the season with Kyle Lowry (rest) unavailable. Richardson is averaging 6.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 23.3 minutes per game this year.

Richardson (back) is probable for Sunday's matchup against the Spurs, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson continues to deal with back spasms but will likely appear in a seventh straight contest. Over his last six appearances, he's averaged 6.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 23.3 minutes per game, and he figures to have a prominent role in the rotation as long as Tyler Herro (hand) is sidelined.