"As one of the most underrated players on the Miami Heat roster, Nikola Jovic is expected to have a crucial role this upcoming 2025-26 season. The 22 years old 6-foot-10 forward had his previous season in Miami limited to just 46 games played due to injury. He was thrown right back into the fire in the Heat's short-lived playoff appearance, and made an instant impact off coach Erik Spoelstra's bench in his postseason outings."
"But for this new campaign, Jovic will be even more utilized. He is the only player height wise capable of rotating with Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware in the frontcourt, due to Miami's lack of big man depth. Jovic is assuredly a much more effective power forward, but there could be times where he plays at center in the event that Adebayo or Ware get hurt or get into foul trouble. Regardless, he is expected to be a heavy part of the rotation."
Nikola Jovic is a 22-year-old 6-foot-10 forward poised for a crucial role with the Miami Heat in 2025-26. An injury-limited 2024-25 season restricted him to 46 games, but he produced an instant impact off the bench in the playoffs, including a 24-point performance in the final game against Cleveland. Jovic averaged 10.7 points, 3.9 rebounds and 2.8 assists on 46% shooting and 37% from three last season. Miami's lack of big-man depth makes Jovic the only size option to rotate with Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware, and he could occasionally play center. Jovic remained active in EuroBasket, averaging 11.8 points and citing growth from playing alongside Nikola Jokic.
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