Wizards' Pierce likely to play Friday vs. Heat

Paul Pierce took part in the Washington Wizards' shootaround Friday and will likely play against the Miami Heat, according to CSN Washington's Chris Miller.

Piece missed Tuesday's win over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a sore right big toe, and was limited in practice Wednesday. The 37-year-old Pierce is averaging 13.2 points and 4.7 rebounds for the Wizards.