The Miami Heat will be searching for their third consecutive victory tonight at the Kaseya Center against the Charlotte Hornets. The home team faces uncertainty regarding the availability of Norman Powell for tonight’s contest.

After being listed as questionable throughout the day in the NBA injury report, the Heat officially ruled Norman Powell out of tonight’s game against the Hornets due to right groin soreness.

Powell has instantly become a key player for the Heat following his trade from the Clippers. The shooting guard has been phenomenal in his first three games, averaging 24.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.0 assists while shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from three-point range.

Powell’s absence will be a significant loss for Miami. The veteran was instrumental in leading his

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