Is Tyler Herro playing tonight? Latest updates on Heat guard's injury status ahead of Game 3 vs. Nuggets

Benyam Kidane

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Tyler Herro is closing in on returning to action for the Miami Heat. 

The shooting guard has been sidelined since Game 1 of their first-round series against the Milwaukee Bucks on April 16, suffering a broken hand. However, there is optimism he will take the court at some stage during the NBA Finals. 

Here is the latest news on Herro's status ahead of Game 3 in Miami on Wednesday night.

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Is Tyler Herro playing tonight vs. Nuggets?

While there were reports that Herro could return as early as Game 2 in Denver, it appears his injury comeback is on the back burner for now. 

On Tuesday, ahead of Game 3 in Miami, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said Herro was considered day-to-day and "has not been cleared yet" to play.

“But we’re encouraged by the work that he has been doing,” Spoelstra added.

After going through a contact workout on Tuesday, Herro was officially ruled out for Game 3. 

What is Tyler Herro's injury?

Herro fractured the third and fourth metacarpals in his right hand after diving for a loose ball in Game 1 against the Bucks.

He underwent surgery on April 21, with the Heat announcing he would miss a minimum of six weeks. Friday, June 2 marked exactly six weeks since his surgery.

Herro was the Heat's second-leading scorer in the regular season, averaging 20.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. With the NBA Finals tied at 1-1, his return to the lineup would be a big boost for the Heat as they look to take control of the series on their home floor.

What time is Nuggets vs. Heat today?

  • Date: Wednesday, June 7
  • Time: 8:30 p.m. ET | 5:30 p.m. PT

Game 2 of Nuggets vs. Heat will tip off around 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, June 7. The game will be played at Kaseya Center in Miami.

What channel is Nuggets vs. Heat on?

  • Date: Wednesday, June 7
  • 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 3 as a 2.5-point favorite over the Heat.

  Nuggets Heat
Spread -2.5 +2.5
Moneyline -145 +120

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)/Result TV channel
June 1 Game 1 Nuggets 104, Heat 93 ABC
June 4 Game 2 Heat 111, Nuggets 108 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* 8:00 p.m. ABC

*If necessary

Benyam Kidane

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Benyam Kidane is a senior NBA editor and has been covering the league for The Sporting News since 2016. In his spare time you can find him watching Allen Iverson highlights on repeat.