Norris Cole Injury: Updates on Heat Guard's Finger and Return

Miami Heat guard Norris Cole is in the process of recovering from a thumb issue. He is expected to return to action against the Warriors on Tuesday, Nov. 25.

Continue for updates.

Tuesday, Nov. 25

Cole Expected to Start vs. Warriors 

Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel provides an update on Cole's status: 

Sunday, Nov. 23

Cole Out vs. Hornets

Erik Spoelstra confirmed that Norris Cole is out for Miami's game vs. Charlotte, via Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel:

Saturday, Nov. 22 

Cole Doubtful vs. Magic

Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel has an update on Cole's status for Saturday's game: 

Thursday, Nov. 20

Cole Injures Finger

Miami Heat point guard Norris Cole left Thursday night's matchup with the Los Angeles Clipper due to a finger injury.

The Heat's official Twitter account noted Cole's status for the game:

Cole, 26, is averaging 8.1 points, 3.7 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 25.1 minutes per game this season. If he is forced to miss time, the team would need former starter Mario Chalmers and rookie Shabazz Napier to step up in his absence.

Miami came into the matchup at 6-5 and recently ending a three-game losing streak. Without Cole on the court, the team still has a healthy option at the position and several offensive weapons.

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