KEL'EL WARE NEWS

Second consecutive double-double Ware finished Wednesday's 130-116 loss to the Cavaliers with 15 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 28 minutes.

Impact Ware has three double-doubles on the season and all three have come during the Heat's last five games, but he's notched this feat in back-to-back games for the first time in 2025-26. Ware has enjoyed an uptick in playing time due to the absence of Bam Adebayo (toe), and the second-year big man should remain in the first unit as long as Adebayo remains out -- translating into an uptick in fantasy value for Ware.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Short-handed Cavs rally to beat Heat 130-116 behind Jarrett Allen's double-double

Jarrett Allen had 30 points and 10 rebounds, and the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers stopped Miami’s four-game win streak with a 130-116 victory over the Heat

12 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Kel'el Ware joins elite company in Heat history with huge rebounding game | Sporting News Add another one to the list

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pulls down career-high 20 rebounds Ware produced 14 points (7-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 20 rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block over 34 turnover-less minutes during Monday's 140-138 overtime win over the Cavs.

Impact Ware was a beast on the boards in this one, as he set a new career-high in rebounds, and his defense played a pivotal role in Miami eking out the two-point win in overtime. Over the past three games as a starter, Ware has been a top-75 producer with averages of 10.0 points, 12.3 rebounds, 1.0 steal and 2.3 swats per contest.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Wiggins' alley-oop dunk at OT buzzer gives Heat a 140-138 win over the Cavaliers

Andrew Wiggins made an alley-oop dunk at the buzzer in overtime, leading the Miami Heat to a thrilling 140-138 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cleared to play Monday Ware (hip) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Ware is nursing a right hip flexor strain but will power through and play Monday. The center has started the past two games in place of Bam Adebayo (toe), averaging 8.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.0 blocks and 1.0 steal in 26.5 minutes per contest during that stretch, and Ware is expected to make a third straight start now that he's cleared.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable to face Cleveland Ware (hip) is probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Ware is dealing with a right hip flexor strain, though he's still likely to suit up against the Cavaliers. The second-year center has started the Heat's last two games with Bam Adebayo (toe) sidelined, averaging 8.0 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.0 blocks while shooting just 33.3 percent from the field during that span.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Jovic's career-high 29 points lead the Heat past the Trail Blazers 136-131

Nikola Jovic scored a career-high 29 points as the Miami Heat edged the Portland Trail Blazers 136-131

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Swats three shots with one steal Ware ended with seven points (3-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 30 minutes during Friday's 126-108 victory over Charlotte.

Impact Ware saw a season-high in minutes in this one, and while he was effective on the defensive end, he left a lot to be desired on offense. It's unclear if Bam Adebayo (foot) will be able to play Saturday against the Trail Blazers, but if he's out again, that would present a great bounce-back opportunity for Ware.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Ware will move into the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Bam Adebayo (foot) will miss Friday's game, so Ware will draw the start in his place and will be joined by Pelle Larsson, Andrew Wiggins, Norman Powell and Davion Mitchell. Ware double-doubled across 27 minutes his last time out, so he's an attractive target in daily fantasy leagues with some increased opportunity coming his way.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Double-double against Denver Ware contributed 13 points (4-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 13 rebounds, one block and four steals across 27 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 122-112 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact The double-double was Ware's first of the season, and it came after Bam Adebayo (foot) left the game in the first half and didn't return. The second-year center has bounced between the starting five and the second unit so far this season, but if Adebayo's injury causes him to miss any further time, Ware would be leaned on more heavily in the Miami frontcourt. Through eight games, Ware is averaging 10.1 points, 7.4 boards, 1.3 threes, 1.0 steals and 0.9 blocks in 20.3 minutes a contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bam Adebayo scores 25 points, Heat hold off Clippers 120-119 following 3rd-quarter surge

Bam Adebayo had 25 points and 10 rebounds, Norman Powell added 21 points in his return to Southern California and the Miami Heat held off the Los Angeles Clippers 120-119 on Monday...

NOVEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Retreating to bench Monday Ware won't start in Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact With Norman Powell (groin) back in action, Ware will come off the bench against Los Angeles. Over six regular-season appearances (five starts), the second-year big man has averaged 8.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in 19.8 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 30 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Nearly double-doubles Ware racked up 14 points (4-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and one assist over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 144-117 win over the Hornets.

Impact For the second time this season, Ware finished one rebound shy of a double-double. His role continues to trend up as coach Erik Spoelstra is seemingly content with him playing alongside Bam Adebayo. Through four games, Ware is on pace for 11th-round fantasy value in nine-category formats with averages of 11.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 0.5 blocks in 21.2 minutes.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double in start Ware ended with 19 points (8-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 23 minutes during Friday's 146-114 victory over Memphis.

Impact Ware moved back into the starting lineup, falling one rebound short of a double-double. While this was an encouraging performance, it could have been even better had the game been remotely close. It appears as though the Heat's starting lineup could differ from one night to the next, depending on the opponent. With that said, Ware should be able to do enough, whether starting or coming off the bench, to maintain fantasy value, even in standard leagues.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Will start vs. Memphis Ware will be in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Ware played only 14 minutes off the bench during the team's season opener against the Magic and didn't make much of an impact during that short time on the floor. He'll be joined by Davion Mitchell, Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins and Bam Adebayo in the first five.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Eased back into action Wednesday Ware (neck/ankle) racked up seven points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds, one block and one steal over 14 minutes during Wednesday's 125-121 loss to Orlando.

Impact While Ware was able to play through neck spasms as well as an ankle sprain, the Heat decided to ease him back into the lineup by deploying him from the bench. Nikola Jovic started at power forward in his place, but the former scored just nine points in 23 minutes of action. Ware was a popular breakout candidate for 2025-26 after a strong rookie campaign, and it shouldn't be long before he supplants Jovic in Miami's first unit.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Wednesday Ware (ankle) is available for Wednesday's season opener against the Magic, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact A sprained ankle won't be enough to keep Ware from playing Wednesday. The second-year big man wouldn't figure to have a noticeable minutes restriction. Last regular season, Ware averaged 10.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 blocks per contest in 36 games as a starter in his rookie season.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through shootaround Ware (ankle/neck) participated in Wednesday's morning shootaround, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact According to coach Erik Spoelstra, Ware remains questionable to face the Magic on Wednesday. However, it does appear that he's trending in the right direction. If Ware can get through warmups with no setbacks, he could get the green light to play through his injuries.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Ware (neck/ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Magic, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Ware was initially listed as probable for Wednesday, which has changed after he suffered an ankle injury in Tuesday's practice. The Indiana product dealt with neck spasms, resulting in him being held out of Monday's practice. If Ware is unable to play in the season opener, the team will likely lean on Nikola Jovic (back) in the frontcourt.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Ware (neck) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Ware was held out of practice Monday, though it sounds like the team was being overly cautious. Coach Erik Spoelstra hasn't committed to a starting lineup yet, but Ware did not see a start alongside Bam Adebayo during the preseason which is pretty notable.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with neck spasms Ware didn't practice Monday due to neck spasms, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact It doesn't sound like a significant issue, though it's enough to leave Ware's status in the dark for Wednesday's season opener against the Magic. If he can't play, it's possible Jaime Jaquez will be needed to make a spot start.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in 30 minutes Ware posted a 20-point (7-15 FG, 6-6 FT), 14-rebound double-double during Friday's 141-125 preseason loss to the Grizzlies, adding one steal, one block and one turnover across 30 m...

Impact Ware has been lighting it up for Miami throughout the preseason, posting averages of 17.4 points, 11.0 rebounds and 1.0 steal per game in just 22.4 minutes a night. He looks poised to open the season as a full-time starter in Miami, and the Heat will need his offense with Tyler Herro (ankle) set to begin the year on the sidelines. In other words, Ware looks ready for a sophomore breakout season.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in 30 minutes Ware posted a 20-point (7-15 FG, 6-6 FT), 14-rebound double-double during Friday's 141-125 preseason loss to the Grizzlies, adding one steal, one block and one turnover across 30 m...

Impact Ware has been lighting it up for Miami throughout the preseason, posting averages of 17.4 points, 11.0 rebounds and 1.0 steal per game in just 22.4 minutes a night. He looks poised to open the season as a full-time starter in Miami, and the Heat will need his offense with Tyler Herro (ankle) set to begin the year sidelined.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE