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9 januari 2026
Won't play due to court conditions
Powell and the Heat won't play Thursday's game against the Bulls due to condensation on the court, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Analysis
The matchup was initially delayed for around two hours as the arena staff attempted to make the court playable, but the decision was ultimately made to postpone for the night. It's unclear at this time when the game will be rescheduled, though the league put out a statement noting a new date for the contest will be communicated at a later time.
5 januari 2026
Erupts for 34 points in win
Powell ended Sunday's 125-106 victory over the Pelicans with 34 points (11-15 FG, 9-12 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals over 29 minutes.
Analysis
Powell torched the nets in the victory, knocking down a career-high nine triples in an extremely efficient performance. The veteran swingman is on pace for a career-best year and has scored 20 or more points in 24 of his 31 regular-season outings, including six with at least 30. Powell will likely continue to operate as Miami's top offensive option for as long as Tyler Herro (toe) remains sidelined, and the former has topped 20 points in six consecutive outings.
4 januari 2026
Scores 21 points in loss
Powell produced 21 points (6-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal in 25 minutes of Saturday's 125-115 loss to Minnesota.
Analysis
Powell did have some right leg soreness in this game which sent him back to the locker room, though he was able to return and seemed to be moving fine. He's been trending up lately, posting averages of 24.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.9 three-pointers over his last seven games.
3 januari 2026
Returns to Saturday's game
Powell has returned to Saturday's game against the Timberwolves, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis
Powell left in the opening quarter of Saturday's game due to right leg soreness but was cleared to return after being evaluated by medical staff. He logged two points and one steal through six minutes prior to his exit.
3 januari 2026
Iffy to return Saturday
Powell is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to right leg soreness, Will Manso of Local 10 Miami reports.
Analysis
Powell logged just under six minutes before exiting Saturday's contest, recording two points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one steal. If he's unable to return, Jaime Jaquez, Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis are candidates for increased playing time the rest of the way.
