Heat Bench and Rotation Remain Unsettled

Through ten games, Miami’s bench ranked 26th in scoring and last in field-goal percentage. Conwell’s 20-point, 33-minute performance against Cleveland, alongside praise from Giannis and Bam, strengthens the case that he is earning trust; Hardaway’s first DNP-CD and poor shooting remain part of the rotation picture. Thompson returned against Detroit with 26 points, but suggested roles for Wiggins or Dru Smith remain opinion, not a confirmed coaching decision.