Chris Andersen: (Thigh) Ruled Out For Game 5

Andersen (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Pacers, Turner Sports reports.

Analysis:

Andersen will miss his second straight game since suffering a left thigh contusion in Game 3. He did not participate in Wednesday's morning shootaround but was seen stretching and receiving treatment during warmups. The injury doesn't appear to be anything that will carry long-term ramifications, but Miami will be without the Birdman for Wednesday's potential series-clinching game.