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MIAMI – With the Miami Heat preparing for Game 4 on Monday night when they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers to prevent a sweep, one of the few bright sides has been the return of Nikola Jovic.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24

Returning Heat youngster takes blame for ‘unacceptable’ failures in Game 2 vs. Cavs

As the Miami Heat fall to 0-2 in the series to the Cleveland Cavaliers after Wednesday’s 121-112 Game 2 loss, the contest would feature the return of a key player.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Heat Under Fire For Nikola Jovic Treatment During Playoff Loss

A big factor why the Miami Heat could not make Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs close against the Cleveland Cavaliers was that they lacked firepower. Coach Erik Spoelstra and Co.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18

Key Heat weapon set for injury return vs. Hawks

While the Miami Heat face the Atlanta Hawks in the play-in tournament, the importance of the game is at its peak since it’s a do-or-die situation where one team makes the playoffs and the other goes home.

Miami Heat News / NBA Draft on SI / April 16

Options for Miami Heat at 2025 NBA Draft

With a Playoffs berth being an uphill battle presently, the Miami Heat could be set to earn a lottery pick at the 2025 NBA Draft. They’ve done well in selecting in the middle of the first round in recent years — nabbing prospects like Nikola Jovic, Jaime Jaquez Jr.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16

Heat announce 3 injury upgrades for Bulls play-in game

The Miami Heat will be facing the Chicago Bulls in the Play-In Tournament, and they recently got some injury updates that should bode well for the team.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / April 15

Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larsson Getting Healthier

The Miami Heat announced today that Nikola Jovic, Pelle Larsson and Kevin Love were upgraded to questionable on the injury report ahead of their Play-In game against the Chicago Bulls tomorrow night.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / March 19

Local Radio Host Thinks Miami Heat Nikola Jovic Is Answer To Losing Slump

As the Miami Heat have struggled mightily to win games consistently without Jimmy Butler, it is important to note they have been missing a key player. The Heat have an abysmal 3-11 record since Nikola Jovic broke his hand Feb.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / February 25

$Young Heat forward to be reevaluated in four weeks after fracturing hand$

Young Heat forward to be reevaluated in four weeks after fracturing hand

Heat forward Nikola Jovic suffered a fracture in the second metacarpal of his right hand, the Heat’s PR department tweets. He will be in a splint and re-evaluated in four weeks.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 24

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra, Bam Adebayo share emotional reaction to Nikola Jovic breaking his hand

As the Miami Heat suffered a disappointing loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, 120-113, there was another aspect of the game that made matters worse as Nikola Jovic suffered a broken hand.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / February 24

Miami Heat May Lose A Key Piece For A While Due to A Fractured Hand

During his breakout season, where he finally gets a defined role as the Miami Heat’s sixth man, Nikola Jovic will face another setback to his career. During the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks, Jovic collided with Kyle Kuzma and fractured his hand.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Miami Heat Player Suffers Serious Injury Against Milwaukee Bucks

The Miami Heat made a bright start against the Milwaukee Bucks but quickly faded away, ultimately losing despite Tyler Herro's 40-point performance on the night.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / February 24

$Nikola Jovic explains why he played on with fractured hand in first half of Miami Heat game, ‘it hurt a lot’$

Nikola Jovic explains why he played on with fractured hand in first half of Miami Heat game, ‘it hurt a lot’

A tough night for the Miami Heat was made more complicated by an injury suffered to forward Nikola Jovic. A huge 40 point night from Tyler Herro was not enough for the Miami Heat in a 113-120 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / February 23

$Heat forward fractures hand in Bucks game$

Heat forward fractures hand in Bucks game

Heat forward Nikola Jovic fractured the second metacarpal on his right hand in the first half of an eventual 120-113 Sunday loss to Milwaukee.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / February 6

Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic Had Heartwarming Reaction To Jimmy Butler Trade

The Miami Heat front office and Jimmy Butler had their issue but the players loved him like a brother. The Heat's rising star forward Nikola Jovic and others on the bench learned about the trade that sent Butler to the Golden State Warriors, during Wednesday's victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 27

Heat outlast Magic in double OT thriller

On the same day in which Jimmy Butler was suspended for the third time this month, the Miami Heat were able to get a gritty, come from behind victory in double overtime against the Orlando Magic.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / January 8

Heat bounce back, sink Warriors with 3-point accuracy

Nikola Jovic led a balanced attack with 20 points and the Miami Heat won a 3-point shooting duel on tired legs Tuesday night in a 114-98 road win over the Golden State Warriors.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / December 29

Nikola Jovic On Heat-Rockets Fight: "I'm Not Letting Anyone Throw My Guy Around"

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic learned one important lesson while growing up in Serbia. Always protect the family. That's exactly what Jovic did when teammate Tyler Herro got into a scuffle Sunday with Amen Thompson late in the Heat's 104-100 victory against the Houston Rockets.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 14

Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic Fitted For Face Mask After Injury

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic has been fitted for a face mask to protect the reduced septum he sustained Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons. Jovic is listed as available against the Indiana Pacers Friday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / November 11

Nikola Jovic Hits Game Winning And-1 Layup, Heat Edge Timberwolves 95-94 in Minneapolis

The Miami Heat have now won their fourth game of this young season. They have improved to 4-5 overall and 3-2 on the road after a 95-94 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / October 3

What Will It Take For A Breakout From Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic?

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic has improved each season. All that hard work paid off once Jovic, a native of Serbia, earned a starting spot for the Heat next to Bam Adebayo as a stretch forward.

Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / September 20

Heat’s Nikola Jovic Showed Promising Growth Last Season and Is Poised for Further Progress

After experiencing a back-and-forth season with the Miami Heat and its G-League affiliate Sioux Falls Skyfalls in his rookie season, Nikola Jovic obtained increased minutes and showed significant growth in his second season.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / June 9

Nikola Jovic Names Michael Jordan And Russell Westbrook As His GOATs

Nikola Jovic, the rising star power forward for the Miami Heat, recently revealed his thoughts on the greatest NBA players of all time. In a discussion with Cyro Asseo de Choch of HoopsHype, Jovic named Russell Westbrook as the greatest player of the current era and Michael Jordan as the all-time greatest.