Rookie Napier to rejoin Heat

Rookie will meet team in Portland

MIAMI – Rookie point guard Shabazz Napier will be rejoining the Heat.

Napier was sent down to the Development League to work on his game.

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It was his second stint in Sioux Falls.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said that Napier will meet the team in Portland.

Miami opens a 5-game road trip on Thursday night.

The Heat can use the help in the backcourt.

Guards Mario Chalmers and Norris Cole have struggled lately.


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David Lang is executive producer of the Local 10 sports department.