Paul Pierce (toe) was a full participant in morning practice Friday and is expected to play against the Heat, CSN Washington reports.

Pierce (toe) was a full participant in morning practice Friday and is expected to play against the Heat, CSN Washington reports.

Analysis:

Pierce missed Tuesday's contest due to a sore right toe, but was partial participant in practce Thursday and a full participant Friday and appears ready to return to the lineup. He's averaging 13.2 points, 4.7 boards and 2.4 assists in 27 minutes with the Wizards this season.