The Miami Heat travel to Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, January 1, to face the Detroit Pistons, tipping off at 7:00 p.m. ET. Miami enters the matchup with an 18-15 record and a three-game winning streak.
Detroit carries a 25-8 record and a one-game winning streak after defeating the Lakers 128-106 on December 30. The Pistons won the only previous matchup this season, 138-135 on November 29.
Miami’s injury report lists Tyler Herro (right big toe contusion) and Pelle Larsson (right ankle sprain) as out, while Simone Fontecchio (left ankle inflammation) is questionable. Bam Adebayo (lower back soreness), Keshad Johnson, Nikola Jovic, Dru Smith, and Kel’el Ware are available. Jahmir Young and Vladislav Goldin are inactive on two-way contracts.
Detroit is missing Caris LeVert (left knee soreness), Wendell Moore Jr., Tolu Smith, Isaac Jones, and Bobi Klintman. Tobias Harris (left hip soreness) is doubtful, while Terance Mann is not listed.
Miami relies heavily on Norman Powell, who is averaging 23.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game, with Andrew Wiggins contributing 16.4 points and 4.9 rebounds. Bam Adebayo adds 17.8 points and 9.5 rebounds, anchoring the team defensively and on the boards.
Detroit’s offense is led by Cade Cunningham, averaging 26.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 9.7 assists, with Jalen Duren providing 18.1 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. Tobias Harris contributes
