"With Tyler Herro's absence to create a glaring hole in the Miami Heat's lineup, coach Erik Spoelstra's depth will be put to the test early. It could be clear that core guys like Norman Powell and Bam Adebayo will instantly receive some added scoring pressure. But that still leaves a positional hole within the starters, which was expected to be penciled in as Herro, Powell, Andrew Wiggins, Adebayo and Kel'el Ware."
"Mitchell won over the organization and entire fanbase with his encouraging two-way play after his midseason trade arrival. He averaged career-high's in scoring, assists, steals and shooting efficiency in his first half-season stint in Miami. Additionally, Mitchell was a huge reason why the Heat became the first 10th seed to advance into the postseason out of the play-in tournament last season."
Tyler Herro's absence creates a glaring hole in the Miami Heat starting lineup and forces roster adjustments. Norman Powell and Bam Adebayo will likely shoulder added scoring pressure. The projected starting five before the injury was Herro, Powell, Andrew Wiggins, Adebayo and Kel'el Ware. Coach Erik Spoelstra must choose between a defensive-minded unit, added playmaking, or a hybrid approach. Several players can supply necessary skill sets on offense and defense, but few clearly project as starter material. Davion Mitchell presents the most obvious temporary insertion after his midseason trade. Mitchell produced career highs in scoring, assists, steals and shooting efficiency and provided lockdown point-of-attack defense alongside improved playmaking.
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