Heat's Erik Spoelstra shares significant injury updates on
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra shares significant injury updates. The Miami Heat have been without Andrew Wiggins and Duncan Robinson in recent games, but head coach Erik Spoelstra shared some key updates on their recovery.
Wiggins is nearing a return, but the team is being cautious to prevent further setbacks.
“It’s been tight the last two games,” Spoelstra told the Miami SunSentinel. “We believe this is the right move for now. We’ll see how he progresses.”
He acknowledged the challenges of dealing with injuries at inopportune times but emphasized Wiggins’ impact when healthy.
“There have been a lot of unpredictable setbacks this year,” Spoelstra said. “Wiggs really wants to be out there, and it’s clear how much of a difference he makes when he plays.”
While eager to have him back, Spoelstra stressed the importance of a responsible recovery process.
“We can’t rush this and risk it becoming a bigger issue,” he said. “By the fourth quarter last game, he was pushing through it. With intensive treatment, his body should respond well.”
Robinson’s injury is also considered manageable, and Spoelstra expects him back soon if handled correctly.
“This isn’t like last year,” Spoelstra explained. “We believe we can manage it properly. Our goal is to provide as much treatment as possible and gradually ramp him up. That’s why we left them behind—so they could focus on rehab around the clock. Our trainers are optimistic, but we’ll see how things go.”
Bam Adebayo Embracing Leadership Role Amid Heat’s Struggles
The Miami Heat have been struggling recently, putting added responsibility on new captain Bam Adebayo.
Following the team’s 10th straight loss to the Houston Rockets on March 21, Adebayo remained steadfast in his leadership.
“You can’t let go of the rope now,” Adebayo told the Miami Herald. “To me, quitting is just not an option. That’s something that speaks to your character. I’m not a quitter, and I won’t let my teammates be either.”
Adebayo recognizes the importance of keeping the team’s energy and morale in check.
“I bring the same positive, optimistic energy every day,” he said. “It doesn’t matter if we’re on a 10-game losing streak or a seven-game winning streak. You have to stay consistent. Like I tell my teammates, you never know when things might turn around. If you hold on just a little longer, that breakthrough could come.”
