Impact Jakucionis will miss a second straight game to start the 2025-26 campaign. Dru Smith will likely see more time on the floor. The next chance for Jakucionis to return to the floor will be Sunday against the Knicks.
OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
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Won't play vs. Memphis Jakucionis (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Won't play Wednesday Jakucionis (groin) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact Jakucionis has yet to return to practice since missing the final two preseason games for Miami. He did flash some promise in his limited preseason action, but he'll have to wait to make his debut. With Davion Mitchell expected to start at point guard, Dru Smith and Terry Rozier could be in the mix for some backup point guard minutes.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't practice Sunday Jakucionis (groin) did not practice Sunday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact Jakucionis was held out of Sunday's practice after missing the Heat's final two preseason games. The rookie is dealing with a groin injury that hasn't been fully detailed, leaving his status for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Magic uncertain.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Out with groin injury Jakucionis won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies due to a groin injury, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact Jakucionis will sit out the preseason finale, and this will be his second straight absence after he also missed Monday's game against the Hawks. Right now, his status for Wednesday's season opener against the Magic is up in the air, which is far from ideal given how depleted the Heat are in terms of backcourt depth.
OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice Thursday Jakucionis (hip) did not practice Thursday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact The rookie guard left Sunday's preseason game against Orlando with right hip soreness and ended up missing Monday's exhibition as well. For now, he remains day-to-day for the Heat. If he can get healthy by Opening Night, Jakucionis could be in the mix for some backup point guard minutes.
OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Former Illini in the NBA: Updates on Kasparas Jakucionis, Ayo Dosunmu, More Jakucionis scored his first preseason hoop, Hawkins got the call from Denver, and others make news Illini fans will want to know
OCTOBER 15 • SI.COM
Kasparas Jakucionis' rookie season may have already taken unfortunate turn Jakucionis has only appeared in two of the team's first five preseason games.
OCTOBER 14 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
Report: Heat rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis' hip soreness is considered minor Heat rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis is dealing with hip soreness sustained on Sunday in a loss to the Magic.
OCTOBER 14 • USATODAY.COM
Out Monday Jakucionis (hip) won't play in Monday's exhibition game against the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact The rookie guard left Sunday's preseason game against Orlando with right hip soreness and continues to experience the issue. Jakucionis can be labeled day-to-day before Friday's preseason finale against the Grizzlies.
OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra comments on injury to Kasparas JakucÌŒionis Heat rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis was ruled out of returning to play against the Magic on Sunday due to right hip soreness.
OCTOBER 13 • USATODAY.COM
Early exit with injury Jakucionis has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's preseason game against Orlando with right hip soreness.
Impact Jakucionis will finish the contest with two points (2-2 FT) and one assist across four minutes. Jahmir Young and Ethan Thompson could see more action the rest of the way. Jakucionis' next chance to play will come Monday against Atlanta.
OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Bold Heat prediction absolutely ups the ante for Kasparas Jakucionis A bold prediction from Bleacher Report should have Miami Heat fans raising their expectations for Kasparas Jakucionis.
OCTOBER 12 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
Heat rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis earns praise from Erik Spoelstra after preseason debut Rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis dished out a game high in assists, helping lead the Heat in a loss to the Spurs in his preseason debut.
OCTOBER 9 • USATODAY.COM
Plays well Wednesday Jakucionis produced eight points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 assists, two steals and one block across 25 minutes of Wednesday's 112-107 preseason loss to the Spurs.
Impact After a strong showing in the Summer League with averages of 15.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.7 steals per game, Jakucionis made a solid impression in his first preseason contest. He got a late start to training camp due to a wrist injury, but he had no restrictions Wednesday. With Tyler Herro (ankle) sidelined to begin the season, Jakucionis could be in the mix to see backcourt minutes right away if he continues to play like this.
OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Kasparas Jakucionis may grant Heat fans a long-time wish after dream debut Kasparas Jakucionis proves that he may be ready for a bigger role right away for the Miami Heat.
OCTOBER 9 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
Three Miami Heat Takeaways from Wednesday Night vs Spurs The Miami Heat are getting closer and closer to fully healthy, as Kasparas Jakucionis and Pelle Larsson suited up for the first time this pr...
OCTOBER 9 • SI.COM
Available Wednesday Jakucionis (wrist) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Spurs, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact After missing Monday's preseason game against the Bucks and then returning to practice Tuesday, Jakucionis will be available Wednesday to make his rookie debut in the preseason. The Illinois product played in three games during the Las Vegas Summer League for Miami, averaging 15.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.7 steals per game, shooting 44.8 percent from the field and 35.3 percent from three-point range.
OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Tuesday Jakucionis (wrist) participated in practice Tuesday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact Jakucionis didn't play during Monday's preseason game against the Bucks due to his wrist injury. He appears to be trending in the right direction after getting some work in Tuesday's practice. The next chance for him to suit up and play will be Wednesday against the Spurs.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out vs. Milwaukee Jakucionis (wrist) won't play in Monday's preseason game against Milwaukee, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Impact Jakucionis has yet to make his preseason debut due to a sprained left wrist. The rookie first-rounder remains day-to-day ahead of Wednesday's tilt against the Spurs. In his absence, it's possible Keshad Johnson will see more playing time.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Kasparas Jakucionis remains the Heat's biggest game-changer for the season Miami Heat rookie guard could play a big part in helping this team shock the NBA world.
OCTOBER 4 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
Won't suit up Saturday Jakucionis (wrist) will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact Jakucionis missed the last two practices due to a sprained left wrist. An MRI came back negative, and it sounds like he'll be day-to-day going forward. His status for Monday's game against the Bucks is currently in the air.
OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Heat rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis is drawing rave reviews for competitiveness Heat rookie Kasparas JakucÌŒionis has had a strong start to training camp, earning praise from coach Erik Spoelstra and the rest of the team.
OCTOBER 3 • USATODAY.COM
Misses practice Thursday Jakucionis missed Thursday's practice due to a sprained left wrist, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact An MRI came back negative, and it sounds like this will be a day-to-day issue for the rookie. As for Saturday's preseason game against Orlando, it's unclear if Jakucionis will be able to give it a go.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Tyler Herro injury could force Heat into surprise rotation move With Tyler Herro sidelined to start the season, the Heat could find themselves relying on rookie Kasparas Jakucionis.
SEPTEMBER 20 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
It's not even training camp but Heat rookie is already on the clock With NBA Training Camp quickly approaching, Miami Heat rookie Kasparas Jakucionis may already be on the clock.
SEPTEMBER 16 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM
