Kasparas Jakucionis News, Rumors, Updates - Miami Heat

Miami Heat rookie can run a team while waiting turn Kasparas Jakucionis's time with come in the NBA, but right now there are signs Tyler Herro is returning

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Assigned to G League Miami assigned Jakucionis to the G League's Sioux Falls Skyforce on Saturday.

Impact Jakucionis has yet to make an appearance at the NBA level because he's comfortably behind Davion Mitchell and Dru Smith for the time being.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Heat-Nuggets Injury Report: Rookie Now Available To Play Against Old Foe The Miami Heat have made it known that rookie Kasparas Jakucionis will be available for tonight's game against the Denver Nuggets. Also: sta...

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Available Wednesday Jakucionis (groin) is available for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Jakucionis has been dealing with a right groin issue since the preseason but, for the first time this season, the rookie will be in uniform. It'll be his NBA debut if he gets into the game. With Davion Mitchell and Dru Smith seemingly ahead of him on the depth chart, Jakucionis is not guaranteed a spot in the rotation.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie may finally be ready to play for Miami Heat Earlier today, it was announced that Miami Heat first round pick Kasparas Jakucionis has been upgraded in the injury report to questionable...

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis receives positive injury update ahead of next game Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis appears to be close to returning from a groin strain that has prevented him from suiting up to begin the se...

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

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NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Listed as questionable Jakucionis (groin) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Denver.

Impact A right groin strain has plagued Jakucionis since training camp, though the questionable designation is an upgrade on his prior statuses. If the Heat give him the green light, the rookie guard would likely be competing with Dru Smith for reserve minutes.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Denver takes home win streak into matchup with Miami

Denver looks to prolong its three-game home win streak with a victory over Miami

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Out again Monday Jakucionis (groin) is out again for Monday's game against the Clippers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jakucionis has yet to make his season debut due to a right groin strain and the rookie remains without a timetable for a return.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out vs. LAL Jakucionis has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Jakucionis has yet to make his season debut due to a right groin strain. The rookie first-round pick's next opportunity to suit up will come Monday against the Clippers.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Miami visits Los Angeles after Doncic's 44-point showing

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NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Wembanyama leads Spurs to their first 5-0 start with 27 points and 18 rebounds in win over the Heat

Victor Wembanyama had 27 points, 18 rebounds, six assists and five blocked shots, and the San Antonio Spurs improved to 5-0 for the first time in franchise history by beating the M...

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Another absence coming Jakucionis (groin) is out for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact The rookie guard's season debut will have to wait at least one more contest. His next chance to play comes Sunday in Los Angeles against the Lakers. In the meantime, Dru Smith should hang on to a spot in the Miami rotation.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio takes on Miami, looks for 5th straight victory

San Antonio aims to prolong its four-game win streak with a victory over Miami

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't debut Tuesday Jakucionis (groin) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Jakucionis has yet to make his regular-season debut while dealing with a lingering groin injury. The Illinois rookie is projected to serve as a key reserve and the primary backup point guard to Davion Mitchell once healthy, but for now, Dru Smith will handle those duties. Jakucionis' next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Jakucionis (groin) did not practice Monday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Jakucionis has yet to make his rookie debut this season, and it sounds like he's questionable at best for Tuesday's game against the Hornets. Dru Smith will likely continue to absorb the backup point guard minutes in the meantime.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Miami faces Charlotte in conference matchup

The Heat will take on conference foe Charlotte

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains out for Sunday Jakucionis (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Jakucionis has yet to make his rookie debut during the 2025-26 campaign. He'll miss a third straight game due to a groin issue. The next chance for him to suit up will be Tuesday against the Hornets.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Miami takes on conference rival New York

Miami and New York will face off in a matchup of Eastern Conference opponents

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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.

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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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