Luke Babbitt F FA Tue 4/4/17 3:17 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt didn't participate in Tuesday's practice, but will still travel with the team in hopes of playing Wednesday. For now, he's listed as questionable. We will likely learn more about his availablity once the Heat go through their Wednesday morning shootaround. If he's unable to play, look for James Johnson, Willie Reed and Okaro White to see additional run.
Luke Babbitt F FA Tue 4/4/17 3:03 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (hip) did not practice Tuesday, but will travel with the team for Wednesday's tilt against the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt was forced from Sunday's game against the Nuggets after straining a hip flexor. With the Heat currently tied for the final remaining playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, they need all hands on deck, so it would not be surprising to see him play through the ailment if he is physically able. If Babbitt is forced to miss Wednesday's contest, James Johnson, Willie Reed and Okaro White would be in line to see increased minutes.
Luke Babbitt F FA Sun 4/2/17 7:56 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt will not return to Sunday's tilt against the Nuggets due to a right hip flexor strain.
EDGE Analysis
Though he'll miss the remainder of Sunday's action, Babbitt will have some time to recover considering that the Heat's next game comes on Wednesday against the Hornets. If he happens to miss time, James Johnson, Willie Reed and Okaro White would likely be the main beneficiaries of his absence.
Luke Babbitt F FA Wed 3/8/17 10:17 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt scored 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-8 3Pt) while adding four rebounds across 18 minutes in Wednesday's 108-101 victory over the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Although Babbitt got the nod again over James Johnson, who missed the last game with an elbow injury, Johnson played more minutes Wednesday night and played better than Babbitt did. Babbitt's only attempts from the floor were behind the arc, showcasing his ability to only contribute in one area of the game. Johnson, however, stuffed the stat sheet Wednesday night and made plays that carried the Heat to a victory. Babbitt may continue to start for the time being, but that should be taken with a grain of salt as Johnson is the better fantasy option moving forward.
Luke Babbitt F FA Wed 3/8/17 6:44 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (back) will start at power forward for Wednesday's matchup with the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt played just nine minutes during Monday's contest against the Cavaliers before leaving the game with back spasms. However, it appears the injury isn't too serious, as Babbitt is back in the starting lineup after just a one-game absence. Despite drawing the start, Babbitt doesn't usually get the bulk of the power forward minutes and there's likely better options out there for DFS contests.
Luke Babbitt F FA Wed 3/8/17 11:59 AM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (back) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Manny Navarro of the Miami Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Initially listed as questionable with back spasms, Babbitt's condition has apparently improved as of morning shootaround. At this point, he's on track to be available Wednesday night, and the team will offer official confirmation on his status closer to tip-off. Babbitt has been among the best shooters in the NBA over the last few months, and he's converted better than 64 percent of his three-point attempts over his last four games.
Luke Babbitt F FA Tue 3/7/17 2:29 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (back) is questionable for Wednesday's tilt with the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt left Monday's win over the Cavaliers due to back spasms and doesn't appear to be fully recovered as of yet. Fellow power forwards James Johnson (elbow) and Okaro White (ankle) are also on the injury report, which could leave Miami to start veteran Udonis Haslem if all three are ruled out. Look for more updates on Babbitt's status to come either after Wednesday morning shootaround or just before tip during pregame warmups.
Luke Babbitt F FA Mon 3/6/17 7:45 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (back spasms) is questionable to return to Monday's contest with the Cavaliers.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt came into Monday nursing an ankle injury, but it appears he is now dealing with back spasms that could ultimately hold him out of the remainder of Monday's game. If he can't return, both Okaro White and Udonis Haslem could be in line for increased minutes.
Luke Babbitt F FA Wed 2/1/17 5:54 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt (ankle) will play Wednesday against Atlanta.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt had been considered questionable with a sore right ankle, but after going through his pregame routine he's been given the green light to play. He'll likely serve as the starter at power forward, where he's recently split minutes with James Johnson.
Luke Babbitt F FA Tue 1/31/17 1:56 PM
Luke Babbitt
F FA
Babbitt did not participate in practice Tuesday due to an ankle injury, Anthony Chiang of the Palm Beach Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt apparently suffered the injury at some point during Monday's win over the Nets, in which he played only seven minutes, his lowest total since late-December. The ailment doesn't look to be overly serious, and the Heat are considering the forward day-to-day in advance of Wednesday's matchup with the Hawks. Look for a more definitive update after shootaround Wednesday morning.