Richardson will start at shooting guard for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

The Heat are expected to be without Dion Waiters (ankle) for a few games, so Richardson will get the first shot at replacing him in the starting five. Richardson should see a solid bump in minutes in the short term, although he'll likely still have to share the additional playing time with Wayne Ellington as well. In 21 previous starts this season, Richardson has averaged 11.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.1 assists across 33.5 minutes.

Richardson will return to the bench for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson drew the spot start Sunday against the Pacers, recording nine points, eight rebounds and three steals across 37 minutes. However, with Goran Dragic (eye) back after a one-game absence, he'll re-enter the starting five at point guard, which will send Richardson back to the bench. Richardson should see a significant drop in minutes from the 37 he managed on Sunday.

Richardson will start at point guard for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Goran Dragic is dealing with an orbital contusion and will sit out Sunday, which allows Richardson to slide into the top unit at point guard. In 20 previous starts this season, Richardson has averaged 12.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 33.3 minutes, so look for another temporary boost in value for the duration of Dragic's injury.

Richardson provided five points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four assists, three steals, and two rebounds across 32 minutes during Monday's 106-98 victory over the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

With Tyler Johnson (shoulder) and James Johnson (elbow) both out for Monday's tilt, coach Erik Spoelstra handed 32 minutes to Richardson off the bench, his most time on the floor since returning from a sprained left ankle. Despite seeing 29.0 minutes per game this season, Richardson is averaging just 9.9 points on 38.4 percent shooting, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, making him a fantasy option in only the deepest of leagues.

Richardson (ankle) took part in a full practice Wednesday and has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson has missed the last 19 games, but has finally gotten over his lingering ankle injury and was able to put in a full practice Wednesday. He's already been cleared by the Heat medical staff for a return Friday, so look for him to jump back into a significant role on the wing. Richardson has started 20 of the 28 games he's played in this season, although it remains to be seen if he'll immediately reclaim a role with the top unit. His return likely means a decrease in minutes for guys like Rodney McGruder and Wayne Ellington.

Richardson (ankle) will return after the All-Star break, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

By rule, since the Heat used a roster exception to add a player (Okaro White) to the roster, Richardson must remain out an additional two weeks since the addition. As a result, he'll remain out Wednesday against the Rockets, with the expectation that he'll be ready for game action when the Heat resume play on Feb. 24 in Atlanta. A severely sprained left ankle has kept Richardson on the sideline since Jan. 6.

Richardson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's tilt with the Magic, but is reportedly "fairly close" to making his return, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson has missed the last 17 games, with a Jan. 6 matchup against the Clippers being the last time he was on the court for the Heat. While he's not going to be available for Monday's contest, it appears Richardson is on the brink of a return and the Heat haven't ruled out the possibility of potentially having him for Wednesday's game against the Rockets. That said, with Wednesday being the last game until the All-Star break, the Heat could play it safe and give Richardson another week and a half off for added recovery. Look for another update following Wednesday's practice.

Richardson (ankle) went through a full shootaround, but his status remains questionable for Monday's game against the Magic, Anthony Chiang of the Palm Beach Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

On Sunday, the Heat implied that Richardson had been ruled out for Monday's game, but it appears he's made tangible progress in his ongoing recovery from a sprained left ankle. The team will likely wait until closer to tip-off before making a decision on his status, but if Richardson is cleared, he'd make for a risky DFS play, considering he hasn't played in more than a calendar month.

Richardson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's tilt with the Magic.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson has not taken the court since Jan. 6 as he continues to nurse a sprained left foot. The team may opt to rest the guard until after the All-Star break but no official decision has yet to be made. Look for more updates on his status to come throughout the week.

Richardson (ankle) will not play Saturday against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson continues to deal with a sprained left foot, which has kept him out of action for more than a month. The guard is traveling with the team on its current road trip, which is an encouraging sign, but he's still without a firm return timeline.