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  • Leads team with 14 boards
    Vucevic notched 16 points (7-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt), 14 rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals over 35 minutes during Friday's 112-91 Play-In Game loss to the Heat.

    Advice: Vucevic turned in a valiant effort in Friday's elimination game, but the Heat cruised to a big victory with the help of Tyler Herro and Jamie Jaquez. Vucevic was held in check offensively along with the rest of the Chicago squad, as the Bulls were held to 91 points on 38.0 percent shooting from the field. The 33-year-old closed the season with four consecutive double-doubles. Rotowire.com 42 minutes ago
     
  • Slow yet efficient night
    Adebayo finished Friday's 112-91 Play-In Game win over the Bulls with 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two blocks over 32 minutes.

    Advice: Adebayo didn't have the type of performance one would expect in a big-time game, but he was calculated in his chances and enjoyed the show as Tyler Herro led the Heat to victory with a massive showing. Friday marked Adebayo's lowest rebounding total since April 10, so he'll need to get back on track on the glass during Miami's upcoming series against Boston to have a chance. Rotowire.com 58 minutes ago
     
  • Nikola Vucevic records 16/14/5/2/1 line vs. Miami
    Nikola Vucevic played 35 minutes in Friday’s 112-91 loss to the Heat, amassing 16 points (7-of-17 FGs), 14 rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block, and two 3-pointers.

    Advice: Vucevic finished his 2023-24 season with a double-double, fitting for a player who recorded 45 during the regular season. The veteran center was responsible for a full stat line, but the impact was muted. Vucevic, who had a Yahoo ADP of 47.4, hovered around that number in 8- and 9-cat formats this season, ranking 52nd in the former and 48th in the latter. He’s a relatively safe bet for top-50 fantasy value, especially if injuries continue to plague Zach LaVine (foot) and Lonzo Ball (knee). Rotoworld Today, 7:09 pm
     
  • Provides quality bench minutes
    Love supplied 16 points (2-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 10-10 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes during Friday's 112-91 Play-In Game win over the Bulls.

    Advice: Love didn't make much of an impact until the second half, and his veteran presence aided Miami in maintaining a big lead down the stretch. The 35-year-old totaled 11 points, six rebounds and one assist in eight second-half minutes. Love could see his role increase heading into the Heat's opening-round series against the Celtics given his extensive postseason experience. Rotowire.com Today, 7:08 pm
     
  • Kevin Love contributes 16 points, seven rebounds
    Kevin Love shot 2-of-6 from the field and 10-of-10 from the foul line in Friday’s win over Chicago, tallying 16 points, seven rebounds, one assist, and two 3-pointers in 12 minutes.

    Advice: Love gave the Heat welcome production off the bench, and he did most of his damage at the foul line. The ten attempts (and makes) were season-highs for Love, which is production DFS players cannot count on moving forward. With Jimmy Butler (knee) sidelined, Love will have opportunities to produce offensively, but Boston is a far more difficult matchup than Chicago. Game 1 is on Sunday in Boston. Rotoworld Today, 6:42 pm
     
  • Bam Adebayo records 13 points, two blocked shots
    Bam Adebayo accounted for 13 points (5-of-8 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, two blocks, and one 3-pointer in 32 minutes in Friday’s 112-91 win over the Bulls.

    Advice: Adebayo’s stat line may not be overly impressive, but the Heat did not need gaudy production from its All-Star center. He began the game guarding DeMar DeRozan and would also take on the task of defending Nikola Vucevic during Friday’s blowout victory. With Jimmy Butler (knee) sidelined and Terry Rozier’s (neck) status undetermined, Miami could be without two starters for Sunday’s Game 1 in Boston. Adebayo’s defensive assignment will bear watching in that series, as the Celtics boast multiple high-level offensive players who need to be accounted for. Rotoworld Today, 6:35 pm
     
  • Sidelined for Game 1
    Wood (knee) won't play in Saturday's Game 1 against the Nuggets, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

    Advice: Wood has yet to take the court since his arthroscopic knee procedure, so his absence shouldn't impact LA's rotation much. It remains unclear if he'll get the green light to return at some point during the postseason. Rotowire.com Today, 4:45 pm
     
  • Expected to play in Game 1
    Davis (back) is probable for Saturday's Game 1 against Denver, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

    Advice: Davis continues to be added to the injury report due to low back soreness, but the issue isn't expected to keep him out of Saturday's action. The team should confirm his availability closer to tipoff. Rotowire.com Today, 4:34 pm
     
  • Andre Drummond (ankle) active Friday vs. Heat
    Andre Drummond (left ankle sprain) is listed as active for the Bulls’ Friday game against the Heat.

    Advice: Drummond wasn’t available for his team’s first play-in game but has a chance to contribute ahead of the weekend. The Bulls center will back up Nikola Vucevic. Rotoworld Today, 3:04 pm