Dru Smith is back with the Miami Heat on a three-year deal, a move that reinforces their guard depth despite a brutal run of injuries. The 27-year-old, undrafted in 2021, has battled ACL and Achilles injuries that limited him to 23 games and one start across the last two seasons. When healthy last year, Smith produced 6.2 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game on 50.8% shooting, signaling scoring efficiency and playmaking potential off the bench. His career path—Heat summer league, a stint with Sioux Falls Skyforce, a Jan. 2023 Nets detour, then a return to Miami—highlights his role as a resilient depth option in a crowded, competitive roster. The backstory and the contract suggest the Heat trust in his recovery and believe he can contribute in the near term, especially if injuries creep back into the lineup.

For fantasy managers, Smith represents a high-risk, potentially high-reward dart throw in deeper formats. His fantasy value hinges almost entirely on health and opportunity—if he can stay on the court, he could carve out meaningful minutes behind the Heat’s core guards. Yet the Heat’s depth means his path to a steady role isn’t guaranteed, making him a player to monitor closely during camp and early season health reports. This deal signals a clear vote of confidence from Miami, but staying healthy will determine whether he becomes a meaningful fantasy asset in 2025-26.