JOSH RICHARDSON NEWS

Not playing Wednesday Richardson (shoulder) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Hornets.

Impact Richardson is in the final stages of his recovery from a right shoulder injury he suffered back in February, which he underwent surgery for in early March. The Heat are taking the cautious approach, and Richardson may not see the floor until the regular-season opener against the Magic on Oct. 23. Across 43 games (six starts) in the 2023-24 regular season, he averaged 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists across 25.7 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to start camp Miami coach Erik Spoelstra said Monday that Richardson (shoulder) will be limited to start training camp this week, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Richardson suffered a right shoulder injury back in February and underwent surgery on March 6 to address the instability. He was originally expected to be ready for training camp, but the Heat are going to take a cautious approach early on. In 43 regular-season appearances in 2023-24, Richardson posted averages of 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.5 three-pointers and 0.6 steals across 25.7 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up option Richardson 9shoulder) has picked up his $3 million player option to return for the 2024-25 season, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact A shoulder injury in February led to a premature ending to Richardson's season, but he was a rotational player prior to the injury. Overall, he averaged 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.5 triples across 25.7 minutes in 43 games. The veteran wing will look to earn a similar role for the Heat in the upcoming season.

JUNE 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heat rule rookie forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. out of Game 5 vs. Celtics with hip injury

The Miami Heat will be without yet another starter when they face an elimination game in Boston on Wednesday night

APRIL 30, 2024 • Associated Press

Undergoes successful surgery The Heat announced that Richardson underwent successful surgery to repair right shoulder instability Wednesday.

Impact While Richardson will remain out for the rest of the season, he is expected to make a full recovery ahead of 2024-25. If Richardson opts into his $3.05 million player option, he could return to the Heat next year.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for remainder of season Richardson (shoulder) is set to undergo season-ending surgery Wednesday, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Impact Richardson has missed Miami's last eight contests due to a dislocated right shoulder he suffered against Boston and will remain out for the rest of 2023-24. Delon Wright, Duncan Robinson and Patty Mills are candidates to receive increased playing time down the stretch. Richardson will end the season averaging 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 25.7 minutes across 43 appearances, including six starts.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Tuesday Richardson (shoulder) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Richardson hasn't played since Feb. 11. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Dallas, though it's unclear how close he is to returning. With Tyler Herro (foot) also sidelined, Duncan Robinson continues to see elevated usage.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Richardson (shoulder) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Jazz.

Impact Richardson will miss his seventh straight game Saturday while dealing with a dislocated right shoulder. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Detroit.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Denver Richardson (shoulder) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Richardson's absence streak will extend to six games Thursday due to a dislocated right shoulder. The 30-year-old guard's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Utah.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Former 76ers Will Miss Reunion on Wednesday Former 76ers Jimmy Butler and Josh Richardson will miss Wednesday’s match.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Report: Heat G Josh Richardson out with dislocated shoulder Miami Heat guard Josh Richardson will be sidelined a few weeks after sustaining a dislocated right shoulder, The Athletic reported Monday.Ri...

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Expected to miss a few weeks Richardson will be sidelined with a dislocated right shoulder and will be re-evaluated in a 'few weeks,' according to the Athletic's Shams Charania.

Impact Richardson has averaged 10 points per game in his return to the Heat this season and his absence should allow more opportunities for players like Caleb Martin, Jaime Jaquez and Duncan Robinson in Miami.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with dislocated shoulder The Heat announced Monday that Richardson has been diagnosed with a dislocated right shoulder and will be re-evaluated in a few weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Richardson sustained a right shoulder injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game against Boston and underwent an MRI on Monday. The issue will cost him multiple weeks, so he likely won't be back on the court until at least late February or early March. Duncan Robinson will likely have an opportunity to see increased playing time in Richardson's absence.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

MRI on tap Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra said after Sunday's 110-106 loss to the Celtics that Richardson (shoulder) will undergo an MRI on Monday, ESPN.com reports.

Impact Along with Richardson, Terry Rozier (knee) is scheduled to get an MRI on Monday after both players exited Sunday's contest with injuries. Richardson was the first of the two to depart, checking out of the game with nine minutes remaining in the second quarter when he said he felt his right shoulder pop out and pop back when he unsuccessfully tried to strip the Celtics' Jayson Tatum of the ball. Based on Richardson's own description of the injury, he seems to be dealing with a dislocated shoulder, but the MRI should bring further clarity on the nature and extent of his health concern. The Heat haven't officially ruled Richardson or Rozier out for the front end of a back-to-back set Tuesday in Milwaukee, though both would appear unlikely to be available at this stage.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers shoulder injury Richardson will not return to Sunday's game against Boston after suffering a right shoulder injury, Abby Chin of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Richardson was caught in a collision and immediately went to the ground grabbing his right shoulder. He was then promptly escorted by Miami's training personnel to the locker room, with Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel speculating that Richardson suffered a shoulder dislocation.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for 14 in Sunday's start Richardson totaled 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt), three rebounds and four assists across 33 minutes during Sunday's 103-95 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Making his sixth start of the season due to Tyler Herro (head) being a late scratch, Richardson saw his biggest workload since Dec. 20 and scored double-digit points for the third time in the last four games. The veteran guard is averaging 14.3 points, 4.0 boards, 2.8 assists and 2.8 threes during that stretch, and with Duncan Robinson (concussion) also currently sidelined, Richardson's short-term usage and fantasy value are on the upswing.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to starting lineup Richardson is starting Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Richardson wasn't included on Miami's initial list of starters for Sunday's matchup, but he'll draw the start due to Tyler Herro being questionable with a headache. Richardson's overall role will likely depend on whether Herro is able to take the court against the Clippers.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-best scoring effort Richardson notched 24 points (9-15 FG, 6-10 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and one block in 27 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 115-106 win over the Kings.

Impact The 24 points were a season high for Richardson, who hadn't even topped 12 since Dec. 18. The 30-year-old guard's lack of consistency makes him difficult to roster for fantasy purposes, and through 14 games in January he averaged just 9.9 points, 2.9 boards, 1.8 assists and 1.7 threes in 22.7 minutes a contest.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in bench role Richardson will come off the bench Thursday night against the Celtics, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Impact Richardson drew a spot start Wednesday against Memphis, but he'll return to his typical role Thursday with Terry Rozier set to make his first start as a member of the Heat. Richardson is averaging 8.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists coming off the bench in January (10 games).

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Richardson is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Richardson will enter the starting lineup for the first time since Nov. 28 on Wednesday. The 30-year-old guard is averaging 14.5 points, 4.5 assists and 3.3 rebounds in 33.5 minutes across his previous four starting appearances this season.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against OKC Richardson (neck) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Richardson has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday despite dealing with neck spasms. The veteran guard is averaging 9.4 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 28.2 minutes across his last five appearances.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Richardson is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder due to neck spasms.

Impact Richardson is a late addition to Miami's lengthy injury report, but it appears that he'll give it a go anyway. That's great news for Miami, as they are expected to be without Kyle Lowry (hand) and Caleb Martin (ankle). Jimmy Butler (toe) has already been ruled out.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strong in supporting role Richardson tallied 12 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 29 minutes Monday in the Heat's 120-113 win over the Rockets.

Impact Since returning to action last week following a four-game absence due to a back injury, Richardson has stepped into a stable 20-to-30-minute role on the second unit while averaging 10.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.7 three-pointers, 0.7 steals and 0.7 blocks. With Kyle Lowry (hand) exiting Monday's contest early and Jimmy Butler (toe) and Caleb Martin (ankle) facing uncertain return dates, Richardson could be thrust into a larger playmaking role if all three injured players are unable to play in the Heat's next game Wednesday versus the Thunder.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Wednesday Richardson (back) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Richardson will return to action Wednesday after missing the last four games with back spasms. The 30-year-old guard is averaging 7.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 26.8 minutes across his previous five appearances.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Richardson (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Richardson has missed the past four games for Miami, but he remains day-to-day. The Heat will be hoping that Richardson can return, as they will once again be without Jimmy Butler (foot). There should be more clarity on Richardson's status after the morning shootaround.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE