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February 1, 2026
Ruled out Sunday
Powell (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bulls, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis
Powell will miss his second consecutive contest due to personal reasons, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Hawks. With the veteran swingman unavailable, Myron Gardner, Pelle Larsson and Dru Smith are candidates for increased playing time.
February 1, 2026
Could return Sunday
Powell (personal) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis
Powell did not play in Saturday's game against Chicago due to a personal matter, but the veteran guard may be available for Sunday's contest, which would likely lead to Myron Gardner reverting to a bench role. Powell averaged 21.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.9 threes and 0.9 steals over 29.6 minutes per game in January.
January 30, 2026
Ruled out for Saturday
Powell won't play Saturday against the Bulls due to personal reasons.
Analysis
It's unclear at the moment exactly what Powell is dealing with, but for now, he should be considered questionable for Sunday's rematch with Chicago. The Heat will be missing three of their five regular starters for Saturday's game, so Bam Adebayo will likely be very busy on offense, and Jaime Jaquez should get some time to shine.
January 30, 2026
Goes for 21 points
Powell supplied 21 points (7-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one assist and two steals in 30 minutes during Thursday's 116-113 victory over the Bulls.
Analysis
Powell has posted back-to-back games with at least 20 points for the first time since a back-to-back set Jan. 19 and 20. A steady scoring threat, Powell continues to have a strong role on offense. He's averaging 21.5 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game in January while shooting 38.3 percent from three-point range in those 15 contests.
January 29, 2026
Good to go
Powell (back) has been cleared to play Thursday against Chicago, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.
Analysis
Powell was added to the injury report as probable earlier in the day due to lower-back tightness, and he's since been given the green light to suit up. The UCLA product is averaging 18.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists over his last five appearances.
January 29, 2026
Expected to play Thursday
Powell is probable for Thursday's game against the Bulls with lower-back tightness.
Analysis
The star guard is expected to play the second part of the Heat's back-to-back set Thursday. Over his last nine outings, Powell has averaged 20.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.2 three-pointers in 30.4 minutes per game.
January 28, 2026
Available to play
Powell (back) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Magic.
Analysis
Powell will continue to power through the back issue, although it seems like it's been impacting his play of late. Over the past three games, Powell has shot 15-for-47 from the floor for a total of 47 points.
January 28, 2026
Upgraded to probable
Powell (back) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against Orlando.
Analysis
Powell was previously labeled as questionable, but it appears that he will push through his back issue. He's in the midst of a cold stretch, as he's shooting 41.3 percent from the field over his last seven games.
January 27, 2026
Questionable for Wednesday
Powell is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic due to lower-back tightness.
Analysis
The star swingman continues to deal with this nagging issue, which has kept him on the injury report on a more frequent basis of late. If Powell is unable to play Wednesday, more playing time would become available to Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez on the wing.