"2025 stats (67 games, including postseason): 10.3 PTS, 6.4 AST, 1.2 STL, 50.5 FG%, 42.4 3P%, 59.5 TS% Skinny: I was bullish on Mitchell's fit when they first acquired him in the Jimmy Butler blockbuster. His tough, relentless, energetic demeanor made him a quintessential Miami Heat player. He hasn't been as aggressive this year as he was in 2024-25, but he's shown to be an incredibly important focal point of this team."
"2025 stats (including postseason): 23.8 PTS, 4.0 REB, 1.3 STL, 47.9 FG%, 39.8 Skinny: While I have my concerns about Powell's defense - moreso than I did upon Miami acquiring him - the 32-year-old has been, far and away, the Heat's best offensive player through their most potent offensive start ever. He's also been one of their most efficient, too. I heavily considered putting him above Herro, but I couldn't do that in good conscience after just 28 games."
"Skinny: Ware's had his ups and downs, but the 7-footer has been terrific for most of the last month or so, buoying his case. It's not just the numbers - it's the impact. There are nights where he puts up numbers where he floats; that hasn't been the case this season. It's clear that the arrow is pointing upwards for the 21-year-old - should he consistently impact the game on both ends of the floor."
The Miami Heat entered the end of 2025 with an 18-15 Eastern record after a rocky calendar year. Tyler Herro averaged 23.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 5.2 assists in 59 games and earned a first All-Star nod but struggled in the playoffs. Norman Powell averaged 23.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals, serving as a potent and efficient offensive option across 28 games. Kel'el Ware averaged 11.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks across 88 games and showed upward development with late-season impact. Davion Mitchell contributed 10.3 points, 6.4 assists and strong shooting while providing energy and defensive toughness.
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