Nikola Jovic News: Good to go against Indiana

Nikola Jovic cleared to face Indiana

Nikola Jovic is doubtful to play on Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers. The rookie forward has been dealing with a sore Achilles and missed Miami's last game as a result.

Jovic aims for return on Tuesday

However, Jovic has been upgraded to questionable for Tuesday's game and is expected to play. The Heat are 6-3 this season when Jovic plays and he is averaging 6.3 points and 4.3 rebounds per game.

The Pacers are 3-6 this season and are coming off a 118-104 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday. Indiana is led by Tyrese Haliburton, who is averaging 20.5 points and 9.9 assists per game.

The Heat will be looking to bounce back from a 113-104 loss to the Washington Wizards on Saturday. Miami is now 3-4 on the road this season.

The Heat and Pacers will tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.