"As Spoelstra clarified ahead of Jovic's second consecutive start, though, this decision "has nothing to do with Tyler being out" and instead simply reflected the fact that "Niko has played well.""
"Ware might be more universally recognized as Miami's best young building block, but Jovic might have a blindingly bright future of his own-and perhaps a skill set more conducive to the kind of offensive approach the Heat plan to take this season."
"His ability to handle, create, and shoot as a 6'10" power forward is true jump-off-the-screen stuff and the kind of thing that feels so critical to giving Miami an offensive pulse."
"He has 19 points on 13 field-goal attempts. He has a team-high nine assists and zero turnovers in nearly 36 minutes. His plus-11 plus/minus is another Heat-leading mark. And he's tied for third on the club with 11 rebounds."
Nikola Jovic earned a starting role with the Miami Heat as a result of his play rather than Tyler Herro's absence. The starting frontcourt spot alongside Bam Adebayo went to Jovic instead of Kel'el Ware, signaling contrasting developmental profiles and an offensive fit that favors Jovic. Jovic combines ball-handling, playmaking and shooting uncommon for a 6'10" power forward. Preseason production includes 19 points on 13 field-goal attempts, a team-high nine assists with zero turnovers in nearly 36 minutes, a plus-11 rating, and 11 rebounds. Sustained all-around contributions and improved three-point shooting would boost his long-term role and value.
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