KZ Okpala starting for Miami Saturday in place of injured Tyler Herro
Miami Heat forward KZ Okpala will start Saturday in the team's game against the Detroit Pistons.
What It Means:
Okpala is making his return from the NBA's health and safety protocols surrounding COVID-19, and with Tyler Herro sidelined due to a neck injury, the young wing will immediately enter the starting five.
In 4 games this season, Okpala has averaged 5.3 FanDuel points.
Source:
Ira Winderman
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