News: The Grizzlies released center Dexter Pittman on Sunday, the team announced. Pittman averaged just 0.3 points and 0.7 rebounds in seven appearances with Memphis.
Analysis: Pittman was with the Heat earlier in the season before being traded to Memphis, but will now be looking for work again. However, the 25-year-old has yet to prove he can produce at this level, so we don't anticipate him having much Fantasy value heading into the 2013-14 campaign.
News: The Heat have agreed to send seldom-used center Dexter Pittman and a second-round pick to Memphis for a trade exception, according to CBSSports.com NBA Insider Ken Berger. Pittman, drafted in the second round in 2010 by the Heat, has played sparingly in Miami, appearing in only 41 total games over three seasons. The main motivation for the Heat dealing him along with the pick was likely the small trade exception.
Analysis: Pittman's a big body at 6-11 and 285 pounds but has never materialized into anything more than that. He's a raw player who hasn't found a way to really contribute. The Grizzlies have a little extra room in their frontcourt for depth security and probably don't mind trying him out to develop behind Marc Gasol. Pittman, though, is slotted to become a restricted free agent this summer. Pittman, 24, holds career averages of 2.8 points and 2.0 rebounds. He has minimal Fantasy value even after this move.
News: The Heat assigned center Dexter Pittman to the Sioux Falls Sky Force of the NBA Development League, the team announced Monday.
Analysis: Pittman has been sent down four times this season, but that number will likely increase before the year is over. At this point in the year, Pittman should be avoided in all formats whether he is in the NBA or D-League.
News: The Heat announced Wednesday that center Dexter Pittman has been recalled from the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development League. He was re-assigned to the Heat’s D-League affiliate for his third stint on February 3. He was originally assigned to Sioux Falls on December 26 and recalled on January 17 before being re-assigned on January 18 and recalled on January 20.
Analysis: Pittman has played in just four games this year for Miami and has averaged just 3.0 minutes per game. He has almost zero Fantasy value in all formats. Ignore him until he proves otherwise.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman has been assigned to the D-League on Saturday, reports the team's official site.
Analysis: Pittman has played in just four games this year for Miami and has averaged just 3.0 minutes per game. He has almost zero Fantasy value in all formats.
News: Miami recalled center Dexter Pittman from the D-League on Sunday. Pittman was just sent down to the D-League on Friday after playing just one game with the Heat.
Analysis: Pittman has played in four games all year with Miami and is averaging just 3.0 minutes per those games. He has almost zero Fantasy value at this time.
News: Miami assigned center Dexter Pittman to the NBA Development League on Friday after he spent just one game with the Heat. Pittman was promoted as insurance for Thursday's game against the Lakers, but did not take the court in Miami's victory.
Analysis: Pittman has appeared in only four total games this season and posted a lowly total of 3.0 minutes per game. The 24-year-old is often attached to the bench when he is with the Heat and should not be considered a worthwhile Fantasy option at this point.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman will join the Heat from the D-League on Thursday, reports USA Today. Pittman was assigned to the D-League in late December.
Analysis: Pittman has played in four games for the Heat this season and is averaging 1.5 points and 1.8 rebounds. The Heat need big bodies, but Pittman is no kind of answer for any Fantasy owners.
News: The Heat assigned center Dexter Pittman to the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development league the team announced Wednesday. Pittman averaged just 1.5 points and 1.8 rebounds in four games with Miami this season.
Analysis: Pittman will get a chance to play everyday down in the D-League instead of sit on the bench like he has been. While the Heat continue to and develop Pittman into a worthwhile backup center, he has absolutely no Fantasy value at this time. Continue to ignore the 24-year-old in all formats.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman checked in late during Thursday's contest against the Mavericks with the game already out of hand. Pittman entered the game with nearly three minutes remaining as he scored two points and snatched two rebounds on 1 of 2 shooting from the field in a 110-95 victory.
Analysis: Pittman made just his third appearance of the season Thursday and has scored six points on 3 of 5 shooting form the field in just 10 minutes of game action. He is on the back-end of Miami's rotation. As a result, he barely sees the court and should be ignored in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman made his first appearance of the season during Saturday's contest against the Nets. He checked in and played the final minute of the contest. With a double-digit lead and the game out of hand, he was not asked to do much and finished with no points or rebounds in a 102-89 victory. Pittman had been battling a lingering hamstring injury.
Analysis: Pittman may have been healthy enough to play, but is on the back-end of the team's rotation. As a result, he has barely made his way into the court this season. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore him in all formats moving forward.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was active but did not come off the bench against the Cavaliers Saturday night. Pittman has yet to make his season debut as he continues to battle through a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Pittman can't seem to make his way onto the court this season because of his hamstring issue. That said, we're still not sure if he would even play, especially if the Heat continues to play small ball. Continue to ignore him in all formats, healthy or not.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was ruled out of Wednesday's contest against the Bucks as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. He has yet to be activated this season.
Analysis: At this point, we're not sure whether Pittman would even play, were he healthy. The Heat have embraced small ball, so the hulking big man does not seem to fit into their plans. He is not worth owning in any Fantasy formats.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was ruled inactive for Saturday's contest against the Suns as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. Pittman has yet to make the active roster this season.
Analysis: Pittman has not been able to get on the court this season because of his lingering hamstring injury. He has a minor role off the bench and is not considered to be a worthwhile Fantasy option moving forward.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was inactive yet again Thursday against the Nuggets, as he continues to battle a hamstring injury. Pittman has yet to be active for a game this season.
Analysis: At this point, we're not sure whether Pittman would even play, were he healthy. The Heat have embraced small ball, so the hulking big man does not seem to fit into their plans. He is not worth owning in any Fantasy formats.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman remained inactive for Wednesday’s game against the Clippers, as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. He has yet to be active for a game this season.
Analysis: Pittman's hamstring issue is obviously causing him problems, however he would be unlikely to see much playing time even if he were healthy. He has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was ruled inactive for Monday's contest against the Heat as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. Pittman has yet to make the active roster this season.
Analysis: Pittman can't seem to shake his hamstring troubles, but would most likely be seeing the same amount of playing time even if he were healthy. Continue to ignore the 24-year-old in all formats at this point in the season.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was ruled out of Sunday's contest against the Grizzlies as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. Josh Harrellson will take his place as a reserve.
Analysis: Pittman has not been able to get on the court this season because of his lingering hamstring injury. He has a minor role off the bench and is not considered to be a worthwhile Fantasy option moving forward.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was once again ruled inactive for Friday's contest against the Hawks due to a hamstring injury. Pittman has yet to make the active roster this season.
Analysis: Pittman can't seem to shake his hamstring troubles, but would most likely be seeing the same amount of playing time even if he were healthy. Continue to ignore the 24-year-old in all formats at this point in the season.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman continues to be inactive for the Heat as the team played the Suns Monday night. Pittman remains on the inactive list with a hamstring issue for Miami. He is day to day.
Analysis: Pittman suffered the injury earlier in the week, though we're not sure he'd be active even if he was healthy. Pittman has a small role off the bench and has no Fantasy value for the Heat at this time.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman missed his third straight game to start the season Saturday against the Nuggets. He remains day to day with a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Pittman suffered the injury in practice earlier in the week, and has been unable to take the floor as a result. Even when healthy, Pittman has a minute role on a Heat team that is emphasizing speed and floor spacing. He is unworthy of owning in any Fantasy formats.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was ruled inactive for Friday's season opener against the Knicks due to a hamstring injury. He is being considered day to day with his injury.
Analysis: Pittman tweaked his hamstring in practice Monday and has yet to make his season debut with the Heat. That said, his injury is not being considered serious and he should be able to return in a few days. We'll continue to keep an eye on his status moving forward. Healthy or not, he is not considered to be a worthwhile option moving forward.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman was ruled inactive for Tuesday's season opener against the Celtics due to a hamstring injury. He is being considered day to day with his injury.
Analysis: Pittman tweaked his hamstring in practice Monday and will not start the season on the inactive list. However, his injury is not being considered serious and he should be able to return in a few days. Still, Pittman is not in line to see big minutes this year and should be ignored in all formats healthy or not.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman played 15 minutes on Tuesday night in a blowout win over the Nets. Pittman shot 4 of 7 from the field to score 10 points in the game. He grabbed six rebounds as well.
Analysis: Pittman had combined for 16 minutes in his two previous games and is averaging just 7.3 minutes per game on the year. He only saw more minutes on Tuesday because Miami had such a comfortable lead. Pittman was fairly impressive, but doesn't figure to see any added playing time going forward. He has low-end value.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman (shoulder) was available for the Heat on Sunday against the Orlando Magic. Pittman missed three games for the Heat but returned for three minutes. He missed all three shots he took and failed to score.
Analysis: Pittman averages less than two points and two rebounds per game on the season over just 7.8 minutes per night. He's not a member of the rotation and has low-end Fantasy value.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman was ruled out for Friday's game at Cleveland with a shoulder injury, according to the Sun Sentinel. Earlier this week, Pittman said he was hoping to return for the game, but instead will miss his third consecutive outing with the issue.
Analysis: Pittman is dealing with a bruised shoulder and the Heat is not going to rush him back to the court as he receives less than 10 minutes per game when fully healthy. He is also averaging just 1.7 points per game this season and should not be considered a worthwhile Fantasy option.
News: The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports Wednesday that Miami C Dexter Pittman, who has missed time with a shoulder issue, should return Friday at Cleveland. Pittman has missed the last two games.
Analysis: Pittman is dealing with a bruised shoulder and should be able to come back and play on Friday. That said, he gets under 10 minutes per game when fully healthy for Miami. Pittman is a low-end Fantasy option in all leagues and formats.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman missed his second straight game on Tuesday night with a shoulder injury. He sustained the injury to his right shoulder on Sunday. "But he is improving,” coach Erik Spoelstra told the team's official website. “Hopefully, in the next couple of days he can take another step forward.”
Analysis: Pittman is averaging just 1.7 points per game this season so he's not exactly holding too much Fantasy value. Continue to ignore him in all formats.
News: Heat C Dexter Pittman has been ruled out of Monday night's contest against the Bucks to a shoulder injury. Pittman sustained a right shoulder bruise during Sunday night's contest in Atlanta.
Analysis: Pittman will sit out Monday night's contest, but that should affect too many Fantasy owners. The 23-year-old is averaging just 1.7 points this season, so leave him on the waiver wire, even when he gets healthy.
News: Heat C Dexter Pittman has seen his role on the team increase in recent games, as he played double digit minutes in the team’s two games prior to Sunday’s matchup with the Hawks. He was on his way to topping that mark again, however he suffered a sprained left shoulder during the game and the Heat decided to limit his limits in the 107-87 blowout win over the Hawks. Pittman finished with two points on 1 of 4 shooting while grabbing just a single rebound in six minutes of playing time.
Analysis: The injury probably isn’t serious, and the Heat don’t lean on Pittman heavily anyways. While there is some potential in Pittman’s big body, at this point even if he’s healthy, Fantasy owners shouldn’t be looking his way in any formats. Leave him on waivers.
News: After missing three games with an illness, Heat C Dexter Pittman returned on Sunday against the Bucks, grabbing a rebound and a steal in four minutes before exiting the game after cutting his lip and receiving five stitches.
Analysis: Pittman returned to the bench after receiving treatment and could have come back in the game if the Heat needed him. Pittman is averaging just 2.7 points per game this season, with a season-high of five. He's solely a bench player for the Heat, so he doesn't hold much Fantasy value. Owners should leave him on waivers for now.
News: Miami center Dexter Pittman has missed three games with an illness and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Milwaukee.
Analysis: Pittman is averaging just 2.7 points per game this season, but logged a season-high 15 minutes in his last outing. He's a bench player for the Heat when healthy, so he doesn't hold much Fantasy value. Owners should leave him on waivers for now.
News: Miami C Dexter Pittman missed Tuesday's game against San Antonio with flu-like symptoms, according to the Sun Sentinel. Pittman logged a season-high 15 minutes of playing time during the Heat's previous game at Denver and scored two points.
Analysis: Pittman continues to work his way into the Miami rotation, but is averaging just 2.7 points per game this season. The 6-foot-11 center is a decent rebounder, but has been plagued by foul trouble when he's on the court. He should not be considered a worthwhile Fantasy option for now.
News: Heat C Dexter Pittman reached double-digits in minutes for the first time in a game in his career on Thursday night, providing the Heat 12 minutes off the bench in a 116-109 triple-overtime victory over the Hawks. He scored five points on two-of-three shooting while adding three rebounds and two blocks on the night. He could have played more in the extended game with the Heat dealing with a shortened bench due to injuries, but he had four fouls in his time on the floor which limited his chances.
Analysis: This season, Pittman has already doubled the number of appearances he received as a rookie. He’s carving out a niche in the Heat’s rotation; however it is mostly just as the fourth big-man, seeing most of his minutes in garbage time. He could probably provide decent block and rebounding numbers if he found consistent playing time, but with the Heat likely to be pushing for a top seed, he is unlikely to ever seen that sort of time on the floor. Do not consider him a viable Fantasy option in any formats.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman saw his first NBA action of the season during Friday's 111-92 win over the Timberwolves. Pittman entered the game during garbage time in the blowout victory and finished with two rebounds while logging two minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Pittman finally made his long awaited debut for the Heat on Friday, but Fantasy owners shouldn't get used to seeing him out there. The rookie out of Texas likely won't see many minutes over the final six games of the season and is already being rumored to be released with the Heat looking at Eddy Curry. Continue to ignore Pittman in all formats at this point of the season.
News: The Sun-Sentinel reports that Heat F Dexter Pittman (knee) has been cleared for floor work. The team has yet to announce a timetable for his return.
Analysis: Pittman has yet to play in an NBA game, but he did show some nice promise in the preseason and in NBDL action. Right now, he is not a player we recommend owning outside of the most long-term dynasty leagues.
News: Heat center Dexter Pittman underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Tuesday, reports the Sun Sentinel. Coach Erik Spoelstra said Pittman should be able to begin rehabilitation almost immediately, but be limited from basketball activity for over a month. "It was minor, arthroscopic surgery, just to clean out some things," Spoelstra said. "It was really more wear and tear than any one incident. These type of things you can come back pretty quickly from." Pittman is expected to be sidelined for five to six weeks.
Analysis: Pittman has yet to appear in a NBA game this season and is averaging 14.5 points and 8.2 rebounds in 22 games with the Sioux Falls Skyforce. The Heat are very high on the big man out of Texas, however, Pittman remains only worth worrying about in deeper long-term keeper leagues at this point.
News: The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports that, according to his Twitter feed, Heat rookie C Dexter Pittman underwent knee surgery on Tuesday.
Analysis: Pittman, the 32nd pick in last year's draft, has yet to play in an NBA game. The big man out of Oklahoma State remains only worth worrying about in deeper long-term keeper leagues.
News: Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said Tuesday that center Dexter Pittman is going to stay in the D-League for the time being, reports the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Pittman is dealing with a sprained left ankle, an injury that is expected to be minor.
Analysis: Pittman has NBA promise as the 32nd pick in the NBA Draft last season. Still, until he actually gets onto an NBA court for the Heat, he's not going to be worth owning in Fantasy leagues.
News: The Heat have sent rookie C Dexter Pittman down to the NBDL so he can play while Miami is on its five-game road trip that starts Friday.
Analysis: The 32nd selection in the draft, Pittman has yet to step foot on an NBA court during the regular season. Continue to ignore him in Fantasy play.
News: According to the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami rookie center Dexter Pittman was recalled from the NBA Development League on Sunday. He averaged 16.6 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in his eight games in the D-League.
Analysis: Pittman being back on the Heat's roster is good news for him, but doesn't mean much to Fantasy owners. He'll likely sit the bench and might see some mop-up duty down the road. He isn't worth adding in any Fantasy league at this time.
News: According to the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami rookie center Dexter Pittman will remain with the Sioux Falls (S.D.) Skyforce of the NBA Development League for about another 10 days. "Dexter is getting quality time down there," Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. "I just exchanged texts with him yesterday. He finished up with another 36-minute game, with 15 (points) and 10 (rebounds). That's the first thing I look at is minutes, that speaks to his conditioning, the fact that he's actually staying out on the court and not fouling."
Analysis: Pittman was sent to the D-League after the Heat signed veteran center Erick Dampier. Pittman hasn't played for the Heat yet this year, but the second-round pick could see some action as the season progresses. For now Pittman can be ignored in all Fantasy leagues.
News: According to The Palm Beach Post, Miami rookie center Dexter Pittman was sent to the National Basketball Developmental League for "some seasoning". The Heat brought in Erick Dampier this week to help fill a void in the paint. “That’s the whole purpose of me going, to get some game situations up under me,” Pittman said. “I’ve put in a lot of hard work but it’s not right just to throw me out there with the big guys yet. Even though I’m physically ready. I’ve got to go there and get mentally ready and IQ wise.”
Analysis: Pittman hadn't logged a minute of court time yet this season as he's spent most of it inactive. With the addition of Dampier, the Heat are definitely going veteran experience over the potential of a rookie. For now Pittman can be ignored in all Fantasy leagues. He may return down the road, but probably won't be a big factor in Miami's rotation.
News: The Miami Heat signed second-round draft pick Dexter Pittman. The 6-foot-10, 290-pound center has been with Miami's summer league team after the Heat took him with the 32nd selection in last month's draft.
Analysis: In four seasons at Texas, Pittman averaged 6.6 points and 4.0 rebounds on 62 percent shooting. Heat president Pat Riley says the team likes Pittman's combination of size and agility. The Heat expected during the draft that Jermaine O'Neal would not be back in Miami for the coming season, so Miami used its first of what was four second-round choices to grab Pittman. He will likely see limited playing time as a rookie and can remain unowned in Fantasy.
