Heat's Kel'el Ware Set for Summer League Return in Las Vegas

Miami Heat second-year player Kel’el Ware is expected to play a significant role in the upcoming NBA regular season, with Heat legend Udonis Haslem highlighting Ware and Reed Sheppard as key players who were deemed untradeable in major trade packages. Ware needs to demonstrate improvements, particularly in perimeter shooting and rebounding, to meet the high expectations set by his first Summer League success, where he earned First-Team honors. After resting in one game, Ware has been cleared to play in the Summer League opener against the Hawks following a solid performance in his previous game, scoring 12 points with three rebounds and one block. Meanwhile, teammate Kira Lewis is also active in the Summer League, starting in games after brief rests. The focus on Ware’s growth reflects the Heat’s confidence in his development and the impact he is expected to have this season. Additionally, NBA player Deandre Ayton highlighted the importance of playing alongside elite playmakers like Luka Dončić and LeBron James, who elevate their teammates’ performance and contribute to winning.