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January 31, 2026
Won't play Saturday
Mitchell (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis
Mitchell will miss a sixth consecutive game due to a left shoulder sprain, and his next chance to suit up is in Sunday's rematch against Chicago, though he doesn't appear to have an established timeline to return. Rookie Kasparas Jakucionis should continue to start for Miami for as long as Mitchell is sidelined.
January 30, 2026
Doubtful for Saturday
Mitchell (shoulder) is doubtful to play Saturday versus the Bulls.
Analysis
Mitchell is on track to sit out his sixth straight game Saturday, which isn't surprising given that he has yet to get through a full practice with the team. Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis will continue to pick up the slack while Mitchell is out.
January 29, 2026
Ruled out Thursday
Mitchell (shoulder) will not play Thursday against the Bulls.
Analysis
Mitchell will be sidelined for a fifth straight game, and there's been no indication that he's close to a return. Dru Smith, Kasparas Jakucionis and Pelle Larsson will likely see an uptick in minutes in the meantime.
January 28, 2026
Ruled out for Wednesday
Mitchell (shoulder) won't suit up for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis
This will be Mitchell's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and considering he still hasn't practiced, that number could hit five for Friday's game in Chicago. Dru Smith, Kasparas Jakucionis and Pelle Larsson will continue to pick up the slack while Mitchell and Tyler Herro (ribs) are out.
January 28, 2026
Downgraded to doubtful
Mitchell is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Orlando with a left shoulder sprain.
Analysis
Mitchell is set to miss a fourth straight game with the sprain, though he at least seems to be day-to-day. With Tyler Herro (ribs) still sidelined, Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis appear to be in line to split the minutes at point guard for the Heat on Wednesday.
January 27, 2026
Questionable with shoulder sprain
Mitchell is questionable for Wednesday's game against Orlando with a left shoulder sprain.
Analysis
Mitchell is trying to end a three-game absence with the sprain. With Tyler Herro (ribs) still on the shelf and Norman Powell (back) also iffy for Wednesday, the bulk of the ball-handling responsibilities could fall onto Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis at point guard.
January 25, 2026
Ruled out Sunday
Mitchell (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Suns.
Analysis
Mitchell will miss his third straight outing due to a left shoulder sprain, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Magic. Kasparas Jakucionis and Dru Smith are candidates for increased playing time due to Mitchell being sidelined.
January 25, 2026
Unlikely to play Sunday
Mitchell (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Suns.
Analysis
It looks like Mitchell will miss a third consecutive game while recovering from a left shoulder sprain. Kasparas Jakucionis (face) is listed as questionable, so if he and Mitchell are both sidelined, then Dru Smith would be the top candidate to enter Miami's starting lineup.