One of the biggest surprises of the 2023 NBA Playoffs has been the sensational play of Heat forward Caleb Martin.
The 27-year-old has embraced the bright lights of the postseason, averaging 13.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game throughout Miami's impressive run to the Finals. He had a real case to be named Eastern Conference Finals MVP, especially after lighting up Boston for 26 points in a Game 7 victory, but lost out to his teammate Jimmy Butler.
However, he popped up on the Heat's injury report ahead of Game 2 against the Nuggets. With the team trailing 1-0 in the series, it would be a major blow to lose the red-hot Martin for a critical matchup in Denver.
Here is the latest on Martin's status for Game 2 on Sunday night:
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Is Caleb Martin playing tonight vs. Nuggets?
According to Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press, Martin did not practice with the team on Saturday due to an unspecified illness.
Despite his inability to practice on Saturday, the Heat have ruled Martin available to play in Game 2. He looks to bounce back after scoring just three points on 1-for-7 shooting in the series opener.
#DENvsMIA INJURY UPDATE: Caleb Martin (illness) will be available to play in tonight’s #NBAFinals Game 2 vs the Nuggets.
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) June 4, 2023
Tyler Herro (hand) has been ruled out.
What time is Nuggets vs. Heat today?
- Date: Sunday, June 4
- Time: 8 p.m. ET | 5 p.m. PT
Game 2 of Nuggets vs. Heat will tip off around 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 4. The game will be played at Ball Arena in Denver.
What channel is Nuggets vs. Heat on?
- Date: Sunday, June 4
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: Sling TV
The matchup between Denver and Miami will air on ABC. Viewers in the United States can also live stream the game on Sling TV.
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Nuggets vs. Heat odds
The Nuggets enter Game 2 as an 8.5-point favorite over the Heat.
| Nuggets | Heat | |
| Spread | -8.5 | +8.5 |
| Moneyline | -400 | +300 |
For the full market, check out BetMGM.
Nuggets vs. Heat schedule
Here is the complete schedule for the 2023 NBA Finals:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV channel |
| June 1 | Game 1 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 4 | Game 2 | 8 p.m. | ABC |
| June 7 | Game 3 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 9 | Game 4 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 12 | Game 5* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 15 | Game 6* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 18 | Game 7* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
*If necessary
