Goran Dragic missed three consecutive weeks. During that time, the Heat posted a 3-5 record.
But it hasn’t just been a frustrating time for the team, Dragic’s patience has been tested waiting for his swollen right knee to respond to treatment and rest.
“It was frustrating,” said Dragic, who is listed as probable to make his return Friday night against the Suns. “Every time when I did something, it swelled up. But finally it’s been calming down. I practiced two, three days straight. The knee reaction was good.”
The Heat’s starting point guard missed eight consecutive games with the injury, but went through shootaround Friday morning in Phoenix and appears ready to play in the first game of Miami’s six-game trip.