"Next steps from Jovic and Ware could be full-fledged game-changers. While the intention here isn't to downplay the significance of a healthy Herro, the truth is plugging him into this offense could create some turbulence. He'll have fewer on-ball opportunities than last season, when he ascended to stardom. And head coach Erik Spoelstra will have fewer minutes and touches available for the players who have fueled this fast start."
"It's an exciting time in South Beach, especially since All-Star guard Tyler Herro and rookie first-rounder Kasparas Jakucionis so far haven't been a part of the action. However, their impending returns aren't the biggest reason to think the Heat can take this thing even farther. Rather, that belief stems from the fact that Miami's two biggest breakout candidates, Nikola Jovic and Kel'el Ware, haven't gotten going yet."
Miami has exceeded early expectations in the 2025-26 season largely because of an unexpected offensive surge. All-Star guard Tyler Herro and rookie Kasparas Jakucionis remain out, but their returns are not the primary source of optimism. Nikola Jovic and Kel'el Ware are the top breakout candidates and have yet to produce at full strength. Both players fit the new movement-based offensive approach on paper, making their development feel likely over time. A returning Herro could disrupt current rotations and reduce on-ball opportunities for some contributors. Norman Powell has provided scorer-level production similar to Herro's previous numbers, tempering immediate dependency on Herro.
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