The Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo was noticeably absent from the team’s 2021-22 snapshots, which were taken a day ahead of their playoff opener on Sunday. All other players, coaches and staff were present for the photo, even two-way players Javonte Smart and Mychal Mulder.
Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reported the reason for Oladipo’s absence — the veteran guard did not make it in time for the photo, which was taken before practice. Oladipo was on time for and participated in practice however.
The two-time All-Star was indeed seen shooting around at practice.
Oladipo returned from injury for the Heat in March. He had his best game of the year in the team’s regular-season finale, scoring 40 points (albeit as Miami rested most of its regulars). Oladipo is on a one-year deal though and will be a free agent after the season.
It is not clear why the Heat did not wait until Oladipo arrived to take the photo or even hold the session after practice instead. Regardless, at least this is not the weirdest thing to happen with an official team photo.
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