Fontecchio racked up zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one block in six minutes during Tuesday's 127-126 overtime Play-In Game loss to the Hornets.
Fontecchio was used sparingly as the Heat were knocked out of the postseason. Across 70 regular-season games, Fontecchio played a relatively minor role with 8.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 16.7 minutes per contest.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Available for Tuesday
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Fontecchio (ankle) is available for Tuesday's Play-In Tournament matchup against the Hornets.
After sitting out Sunday's regular-season finale due to left ankle soreness, Fontecchio is ready to suit back up Tuesday. Unless Pelle Larsson (leg) winds up being unavailable, Fontecchio might not see a meaningful role in the frontcourt.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Not playing Sunday
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Fontecchio (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Fontecchio drew the probable tag for Sunday's game, but his left ankle injury is more severe than initially though and will prevent him from playing against Atlanta. Myron Gardner, Kel'el Ware and Keshad Johnson are all in line for more minutes Sunday in Fontecchio's absence. Fontecchio will end his fourth NBA regular season averaging 8.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.8 threes over 16.8 minutes per game in 70 outings (nine starts). He will work on being cleared to return for Wednesday's Play-In Tournament clash against the Hornets.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Downgrades to questionable
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Fontecchio (ankle) has been downgraded from probable to questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Fontecchio is trending in the wrong direction when it comes to being available for Sunday's regular-season finale. If he's unable to play, then Myron Gardner, Kel'el Ware and Pelle Larsson would each be in line to see a bump in their minutes.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Probable for Sunday
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Fontecchio is probable for Sunday's game against the Hawks despite left ankle soreness.
Fontecchio is dealing with some minor soreness in his left ankle, but it's not expected to keep him out of Sunday's regular-season finale. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to tipoff.
Fontecchio totaled 24 points (8-10 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Friday's 140-117 victory over the Wizards.
Fontecchio not only led the way for the Heat in this blowout win over the Wizards, but he also notched a new season-high mark in points -- his previous best tally was 23 points in a loss to the Magic on Jan. 28. Fontecchio can be a productive player when given enough minutes, and if the Heat decide to rest their starters again Sunday against the Hawks, Fontecchio could be in line for another big role. If he retreats to the bench, however, his fantasy upside would be severely limited.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Starting against Washington
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Fontecchio will start in Friday's game against Washington, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
The Heat are down three starters, so Fontecchio will operate with the first five for Friday's meeting with the Wizards. In eight starts during the 2025-26 campaign, the 30-year-old has averaged 10.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.3 blocks and 0.6 steals across 25.0 minutes.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Back to bench Tuesday
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Fontecchio won't start Tuesday's game against Toronto.
Fontecchio got the start in Saturday's 152-136 win over the Wizards, finishing with eight points, one rebound, four assists and one steal in 19 minutes. However, with Tyler Herro (personal) back in the lineup, Fontecchio will head back to the bench.
Fontecchio is starting Saturday against the Wizards.
The sharpshooter is a very late addition to the starting lineup after the Heat ruled out Tyler Herro for personal reasons moments before Saturday's tipoff. It's likely to only be a spot start for Fontecchio.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Won't start Monday
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Fontecchio is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Spurs, Zachary Weinberger of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Fontecchio started each of the past two contests, pouring in an efficient 21 points against the Rockets on Saturday. However, he'll shift back to the bench Monday as the Heat roll out a starting lineup of Davion Mitchell, Tyler Herro, Pelle Larsson, Andrew Wiggins and Bam Adebayo. In 56 games as a reserve this season, Fontecchio is averaging 8.4 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 16.3 minutes per contest.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Available to play Saturday
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Fontecchio (back) is available for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Fontecchio popped up on the injury report due to a back issue, but the fourth-year pro has been cleared to play in Saturday's game. He'll likely start against Houston due to the absence of Andrew Wiggins (toe).
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Questionable for Saturday
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Fontecchio (back) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Houston.
With Andrew Wiggins (toe) ruled out, Fontecchio would likely be squandering an opportunity to start if he's unable to play. Kel'el Ware could be in line for an expanded role Saturday.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Starting Thursday
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Fontecchio is in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Fontecchio is replacing Norman Powell in the starting lineup for Thursday's game, and it'll be Davion Mitchell, Tyler Herro, Pelle Larsson and Bam Adebayo joining Fontecchio in the first unit. Through five starts this season, the 30-year-old forward has averaged 9.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.6 treys per game.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Notches 10 points in loss
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Fontecchio had 10 points (3-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes during Tuesday's 136-106 loss to the Hornets.
The Heat were a little shorthanded Tuesday, allowing Fontecchio to see an expanded role. It's worth noting, however, that Keshad Johnson made a really strong impression on the coaching staff, and he could be a threat to Fontecchio's minutes going forward.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Sharp shooting off bench
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Fontecchio closed with 18 points (6-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 150-129 win over Washington.
Fontecchio made his return to the rotation after a three-game absence and took full advantage of the extended opportunity he saw due to the absences of Tyler Herro (quadriceps), Norman Powell (groin) and Andrew Wiggins (toe). Fontecchio's 22 minutes were the most he's played since Feb. 11, but the inconsistent and limited role doesn't bode well for his fantasy prospects moving forward.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Cleared to play
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Fontecchio (groin) is available for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Following a three-game absence, Fontecchio will be back in action Tuesday. With Kel'el Ware (shoulder) sitting out, Fontecchio may absorb a few extra minutes.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Probable for Tuesday
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Fontecchio is probable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards with a left groin strain.
The sharpshooter is expected to be available off the bench after missing Miami's last three contests, but he's not guaranteed to play a meaningful role. Before getting injured, Fontecchio had logged at least 20 minutes in just one of his prior five appearances.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Won't play Sunday
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Fontecchio (groin) will not play Sunday against Detroit.
Fontecchio will be sidelined for a third straight game Sunday and remains without a timetable to return. The Heat will likely continue to lean more on Kel'el Ware and Pelle Larsson in the meantime.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Out for Friday's matchup
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Fontecchio (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Fontecchio will miss a second straight game due to a left groin strain. The Heat's wing rotation is currently depleted with Norman Powell (groin) and Nikola Jovic (back) also sidelined, which should lead to expanded roles for Pelle Larsson and Kel'el Ware. Fontecchio's next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday against the Pistons.
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Heat's Simone Fontecchio: Out with groin issue
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Fontecchio has a left groin strain and will not play Thursday against the Nets.
This is a new issue for Fontecchio for the front end of this back-to-back set. With this news, the Heat could rely more on Pelle Larsson and Kel'el Ware.
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