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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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Report: Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis' hip soreness is considered minor Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis is dealing with hip soreness sustained on Sunday in a loss to the Magic.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra comments on injury to Kasparas Jakučionis Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis was ruled out of returning to play against the Magic on Sunday due to right hip soreness.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis earns praise from Erik Spoelstra after preseason debut Rookie Kasparas Jakučionis dished out a game high in assists, helping lead the Heat in a loss to the Spurs in his preseason debut.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis is drawing rave reviews for competitiveness Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis has had a strong start to training camp, earning praise from coach Erik Spoelstra and the rest of the team.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

ASK IRA: Is there a Heat rotation that accommodates both Jakucionis and Fontecchio? With considerable roster depth, can there still be a Miami Heat carve out for Kasparas Jakucionis and Simone Fontecchio?

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Goran Dragic gives the unfiltered tea on Heat's hyped draft pick Former Miami Heat player Goran Dragic gives the unfiltered scouting report on rookie guard Kasparas Jakucionis.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Kasparas Jakucionis just quietly revealed Heat's vision for his rookie year Kasparas Jakucionis had an interesting response when Mike Miller and Udonis Haslem asked him about his goals for his upcoming rookie season.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Heat just showed how they really feel about draft-day steal By signing yet another guard in Dru Smith, the Miami Heat have all but confirmed rookie Kasparas Jakucionis won't have a big role this seaso...

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

Erik Spoelstra must avoid this costly mistake to ensure Heat success The Miami Heat need playmaking, and Kasparas Jakucionis is one of their best bets to provide it.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

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