19 Rodney McGruder SG

McGruder (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game against Dallas.

McGruder was working with the starting five early in camp, but a right ankle sprain has slowed him down. He'll have the weekend plus a few days to recover, though it remains to be seen if he'll be ready for Tuesday's regular-season matchup against the Lakers.

McGruder (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Melbourne United, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

McGruder continues to battle back from a high ankle sprain, and he'll miss the next two contests as a result. He'll have a week to recover before his next chance to play Oct. 17 against Dallas.

McGruder has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nuggets due to a right ankle spain, Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times reports.

McGruder appears to have tweaked his ankle during Wednesday's practice. It's unclear how severe the sprain is, but the three-year veteran has a whole week to recover and will have a good chance to return next Thursday against the Mavericks.

McGruder has been scrimmaging with the Clippers' first unit in recent practices, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

This isn't an indication of anything concrete, though if Paul George misses time to begin the season, as expected, McGruder could be in line for increased minutes, especially with smaller lineups. Both George and Kawhi Leonard have been held out of recent scrimmages, and it's been Moe Harkelss joining McGruder in the frontcourt.

McGruder has agreed to a three-year, $15 million contract with the Clippers, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

McGruder was waived by the Heat last season after appearing in 66 games, and he was then picked up by the Clippers. The Clippers opted to retain his rights, and the front office has worked out a deal with McGruder. He started 45 games last year, averaging 7.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 23.5 minutes. He should continue his role as a low-usage depth option.

McGruder was extended a qualifying offer by the Clippers on Friday, making him a restricted free agent, Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times reports.

McGruder was claimed off of waivers by the Clippers in early April, and he never played a game for the team. He did appear in 66 games for the Heat, however, starting 45 contests. McGruder has shown the ability to be a rotation player, though his upside might be capped considering he's about to turn 28 years old and is a low-volume player.

McGruder was claimed off waivers by the Clippers on Tuesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

McGruder was let go by the Heat on Sunday, although it didn't take long for him to find a new home. Even though he's not eligible for the playoffs, McGruder could have a chance to play in Wednesday's final regular-season game against the Jazz.

McGruder was waived by the Heat on Sunday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Despite turning in the best season of his career statistically (7.7 ppg, 3.6 rpg over 65 contests), Miami will release McGruder prior to the final two games of the regular season. He won't be eligible to be picked up by another team for the playoffs, as he was cut after the Mar. 1 deadline. Nonetheless, the Heat are hoping he'll be claimed, as that would move the organization under the luxury tax.

McGruder (knee) posted zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds in 10 minutes off the bench Wednesday in the Heat's 112-102 loss to the Celtics.

McGruder had missed the Heat's previous eight games with the knee injury. The reserve wing wasn't a significant part of the Miami rotation prior to getting hurt, so don't expect his minutes to pick up much -- if at all -- in the Heat's next contest Friday in Minneapolis.

McGruder (knee) is available Wednesday against the Celtics, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

McGruder has been out since March 18 while dealing with left knee soreness, but he's finally available to make his return. Since the new year, he's averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 assist in 17.6 minutes.

McGruder (knee) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game against the Celtics, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

McGruder didn't join the Heat for their two-game road swing, but there's some hope that he'll be able to make his return after missing the last eight contests. Look for a more definitive update after shootaround Wednesday morning.

McGruder (knee) won't play in the Heat's next two games, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

McGruder will not join the team for the upcoming two-game road trip while he continues to deal with left knee soreness. His next chance to play arrives Wednesday against Boston.

McGruder (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Dallas, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

It'll be the sixth straight contest in which McGruder will be absent for, as the Kansas State alum continues to experience soreness in his left knee. With Josh Richardson (heel) listed as questionable Thursday, Derrick Jones is a candidate to see a bulk of the minutes at the small-forward position for the Heat on Thursday. McGruder's next chance at a return will be Saturday at New York.

McGruder (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Orlando, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

McGruder is in line to miss his fifth straight contest while battling a knee injury. He'll continue to be monitored on a daily basis with his next opportunity to return coming Thursday against Dallas.

McGruder (knee) did not take part in Monday's practice, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

McGruder has missed the last four games with a sore knee, and his absence Monday doesn't exactly bode well for his status as Tuesday's game against Orlando approaches. Consider the defensive-minded wing questionable, with an update expected at shootaround in the morning.

McGruder (knee) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Wizards, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

It'll be the fourth straight absence for McGruder, who will join Justise Winslow in street clothes once again Saturday. Expect James Johnson, Derrick Jones and Dwyane Wade to pick up some increased run in the pair's continued absence.

McGruder (knee) is out for Friday's matchup against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Left knee soreness will keep McGruder out for a third straight game Friday. Derrick Jones Jr., who has started the past three games, has benefited in McGruder's stead.

McGruder (knee) is listed as doubtful to play in Friday's tilt against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

McGruder missed Miami's last-two games due to his knee injury and appears in line to sit out a third. Derrick Jones Jr. and Josh Richardson will likely see some added minutes once again if McGruder is held out.

McGruder (knee) is out Wednesday against the Spurs, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

McGruder will miss a second straight contest due to left knee soreness. Derrick Jones Jr., James Johnson and Dion Waiters could see extra run as a result.

McGruder will not be available Monday against the Thunder due to a sore left knee, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

This may explain why McGruder was limited to only three minutes in Sunday's win over Charlotte, though his playing time had already been on the decline over the last week. Regardless, Miami won't have the Kansas State product Monday, and the Heat will also be without Justise Winslow (thigh).