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Heat's Luke Babbitt: Won't play Friday vs. Raptors

Babbitt (hip) will not play Friday against the Raptors, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis:

Babbitt's absence will be his second straight, paving the way for James Johnson to get another start at power forward. Considering Babbitt was unable to fully participate in Friday's shootaround, it's worth questioning whether he'll be healthy enough to play Saturday versus the Wizards. While Johnson figures to enjoy the largest uptick while Babbitt is sidelined, Okaro White is another candidate to see his role expanded.

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