When Is Victor Oladipo Coming Back for the Miami Heat?
By Peter Dewey
Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo was expected to play a major role in the team's rotation this season, but he has missed the first seven games with a chronic knee issue.
Victor Oladipo isn't traveling to Portland, Golden State and Sacramento, meaning the chronic condition that has developed in his non surgically repaired knee will sideline him at least the first 7 games this season.
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) October 25, 2022
Oladipo has already been ruled out for Miami's game on Nov. 1 against the Golden State Warriors, and he could miss even more time as he works his way back into playing shape.
This isn't the first time Oladipo has dealt with knee issues, as he's played in just 96 games since the start of the 2018-19 season.
Here's the latest update on his return to action from his knee ailment:
Latest Injury Update for Victor Oladipo
Oladipo still doesn't have a firm date for when he will return for Miami, although he has been warming up prior to home games to start the season.
The Heat have played Kyle Lowry, Max Strus, Tyler Herro and Gabe Vincent as their main guards with Oladipo ailing. Duncan Robinson has also seen minutes for Miami.
Omer Yurtseven, because of his ankle, and Victor Oladipo, because of his knee, remain out for the Heat.
— Ira Winderman (@IraHeatBeat) October 31, 2022
Last season, Oladipo averaged 12.4 points per game in eight regular season matchups with Miami before playing a big role in the playoffs. The team certainly would love if he could return soon after starting 2-5 this season.
Victor Oladipo Injury History
Oladipo has dealt with a litany of injuries over the last few seasons, playing less than 36 games in every season since the 2018-19 campaign.
Oladipo's recent leg injuries have stemmed from a ruptured quad that he suffered that cost him most of the last season.
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