Little was waived by the Heat on Saturday. After spending his first four seasons in Portland, Little took a step back during his time in Phoenix last season. The wing averaged just 3.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 0.5 assists across 10.2 minutes per game. He was unable to make enough of an impression to land on Miami's final roster, so the sixth-year pro will have to look for a new opportunity.
Nassir Little
PF
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Nassir Little Career Stats
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Career Averages
PTSREBASTBLKSTL5.52.90.70.40.3Year GP GS MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL TO DD2 TD3 3PM 3PA 3P% 2PM 2PA 2P% FGM FGA FG% FTM FTA FT% OREB DREB PF A/TO +/- TS% 2023-24 45 2 10.2 3.4 1.7 0.5 0.2 0.2 0.3 0 0 0.5 1.6 30.0% 0.8 1.2 66.7% 1.3 2.8 46.0% 0.4 0.4 85.0% 0.3 1.4 0.9 1.5 -88 57.2% 2022-23 54 4 18.1 6.6 2.6 0.9 0.4 0.4 0.7 0 0 1.1 2.9 36.7% 1.4 2.7 52.4% 2.5 5.6 44.2% 0.6 0.9 71.7% 0.5 2.1 1.2 1.4 -190 55.5% 2021-22 42 23 25.9 9.8 5.6 1.3 0.9 0.6 1.0 3 0 1.2 3.7 33.1% 2.2 3.8 58.4% 3.5 7.5 46.0% 1.6 2.2 73.4% 1.4 4.2 2.0 1.4 -23 57.5% 2020-21 48 2 13.3 4.6 2.7 0.5 0.3 0.1 0.4 0 0 0.6 1.7 35.0% 1.0 1.8 57.5% 1.6 3.5 46.7% 0.8 0.9 80.0% 0.7 2.0 1.1 1.3 -40 58.9% 2019-20 48 5 11.9 3.6 2.3 0.5 0.3 0.3 0.3 1 0 0.3 1.2 23.7% 1.1 1.9 55.4% 1.4 3.1 43.0% 0.6 0.9 63.6% 0.6 1.6 1.5 1.5 -54 50.5% Career 2373615.85.52.90.70.40.30.5400.72.233.0%1.32.357.0%2.04.545.2%0.81.173.5%0.72.21.31.4-39556.1% -
Career Averages
PTSREBASTBLKSTL1.70.30.00.10.0Year GP GS MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL TO DD2 TD3 3PM 3PA 3P% 2PM 2PA 2P% FGM FGA FG% FTM FTA FT% OREB DREB PF A/TO +/- TS% 2023-24 4 0 3.5 1.8 0.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0 0 0.3 0.8 33.3% 0.5 0.5 100.0% 0.8 1.3 60.0% 0.0 0.0 0.0% 0.0 0.3 0.5 0.0 -6 70.0% 2020-21 3 0 3.0 1.7 0.3 0.0 0.3 0.0 0.3 0 0 0.3 1.3 25.0% 0.0 0.0 0.0% 0.3 1.3 25.0% 0.7 1.3 50.0% 0.0 0.3 0.0 0.0 -1 43.4% Career 703.31.70.30.00.10.00.1000.31.028.6%0.30.3100.0%0.61.344.4%0.30.650.0%0.00.30.30.0-755.8%
Nassir Little
Season Stats
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2023-24 Stats
GPMINPTSREBASTTOPF4510.23.41.70.50.30.92023-24 Rebounding
REBDREBOREB1.71.40.32023-24 Defensive
BLKSTL0.20.22023-24 Shooting
FG%2P%3P%FT%TS%46.0%66.7%30.0%85.0%57.2%2023-24 Advanced
+/-A/TOTD3DD2-881.500 -
2023-24 Stats
GPMINPTSREBASTTOPF43.51.80.30.00.00.52023-24 Rebounding
REBDREBOREB0.30.30.02023-24 Defensive
BLKSTL0.00.02023-24 Shooting
FG%2P%3P%FT%TS%60.0%100.0%33.3%0.0%70.0%2023-24 Advanced
+/-A/TOTD3DD2-60.000
Nassir Little
Game Log
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PreseasonDateOppResultMINPTSREBASTBLKSTLTO3PA3PM3P%2PA2PM2P%FGAFGMFG%FTAFTMFT%OREBDREBA/TO+/-PFPERTS%10/18W 114-1093115430035480.0%200.0%7457.1%4375.0%041.0+521485.6%10/13W 101-9915120021300.0%400.0%700.0%2150.0%200.0-17156.3%
Preseason Totals 23.58.03.01.50.01.02.04.02.050.0%3.00.00.0%7.02.028.6%3.02.066.7%1.02.00.8-121.57.548.1%
Nassir Little Player Profile
Birthdate
2/11/2000 (24)
Status
FA
HT/WT
6'6", 220 lbs
Draft Info
2019: Rd 1; Pk 25 (POR)
Birthplace
Pensacola, FL, USA
Position
PF
College
North Carolina
Experience
5 seasons
Career History
Miami Heat
2024-2025
(1 season)
Phoenix Suns
2023-2024
(1 season)
Portland Trail Blazers
2019-2023
(4 seasons)
Nassir Little Latest News
Cut by Heat
Little was waived by the Heat on Saturday. After spending his first four seasons in Portland, Little took a step back during his time in Phoenix last season. The wing averaged just 3.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 0.5 assists across 10.2 minutes per game. He was unable to make enough of an impression to land on Miami's final roster, so the sixth-year pro will have to look for a new opportunity.
Lands with Heat
Little signed a one-year contract with Miami on Monday, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports. Little took a step back during the 2023-24 campaign while with the Suns, averaging 3.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 0.5 assists in only 10.2 minutes per appearance. He'll get an opportunity for a fresh start in Miami, where he'll compete for playing time with the likes of Pelle Larsson and Duncan Robinson.
Let go by Phoenix
The Suns waived Little on Wednesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Little signed a four-year, $28 million extension with the Trail Blazers in October of 2022 and was traded to the Suns in September of 2023. He made only 45 regular-season appearances (two starts) for Phoenix last season, averaging 3.4 points and 1.7 rebounds in 10.2 minutes. He's still owed $22 million, which will be stretched out over multiple years. The Suns also waived E.J. Liddell.
Gets garbage-time run in return
Little (knee) played the final 2:58 of Thursday's 127-112 loss to the Celtics, finishing with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound. Little was available to play for the first time since late February after a two-plus-week absence due to left knee inflammation, but as had been the case before him missing time with the injury, he wasn't a part of head coach Frank Vogel's rotation. He didn't check into the game until less than three minutes remained in the contest, when Boston had already built an 18-point lead and Phoenix had essentially conceded the win.
Good to go Thursday
Little (knee) has been cleared for Thursday's game against Boston, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports. Little expressed confidence Thursday morning that he would be able to suit up, and he is officially available for a prime-time matchup against a Celtics team lacking Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring). Little has averaged just 2.0 points and 2.0 rebounds and 8.7 minutes across his last three healthy appearances.
Likely to return against Boston
Little (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Celtics. Little hasn't played since Feb. 25 due to left knee inflammation but is expected to return to action Thursday. Little went through a full practice Wednesday and could receive playing time if Eric Gordon (knee) is ruled out.
Out another week
Coach Frank Vogel said Wednesday that Little underwent a PRP injection for his left knee inflammation that will sideline him "for a week or so", Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports. Little has already missed Phoenix's last four contests due to left knee inflammation and will remain out for at least another week. However, Little's continued absence shouldn't significantly affect the Suns' rotation.
Out for Tuesday
Little (knee) is out Tuesday versus Denver. Little has been banged up of late, and left knee inflammation will sideline him for a fourth consecutive contest Tuesday. The 24-year-old's next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday against Toronto.
Remains out Sunday
Little (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports. Little will miss a third straight game. His absence shouldn't impact the rotation, even with Bradley Beal (ankle) sidelined, while Little's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Denver.