Tyler Herro named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

The Miami Heat guard averaged 26.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.8 assists during a perfect 5-0 week for his team.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Tyler Herro of the Miami Heat was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week after leading his team to a 5-0 record over the past week. During that span, Herro averaged 26.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game, helping the Heat stay in the hunt for a top-6 playoff seed in the East.

Why it matters

The Heat have made it clear they want to avoid the play-in tournament, and Herro's strong play was crucial in securing those five important wins, especially with two key players out of the lineup. His performance has helped keep Miami in the thick of the playoff race in the Eastern Conference.

The details

Herro led the Heat to victories over the Brooklyn Nets (twice), the Charlotte Hornets, the Detroit Pistons, and the Houston Rockets. He shot an efficient 55.7% from the field and 51.5% from 3-point range during the week. Herro stepped up with fellow starters Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins sidelined for some of those games.

  • Herro was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week on March 9, 2026.
  • The Heat's 5-0 week spanned from March 5-11, 2026.

The players

Tyler Herro

A 26-year-old guard for the Miami Heat who was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week after a dominant performance over the past week.

Norman Powell

A 2026 NBA All-Star and key starter for the Miami Heat who missed some games during Herro's award-winning week.

Andrew Wiggins

A starting forward for the Miami Heat who also missed games against the Hornets and Pistons during Herro's standout week.

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What they’re saying

“Tyler Herro over his last 5 games:24.6 PPG4.8 RPG4.4 APG55.7% FG51.5% 3PT94.7% FT”

— NBACentral (Twitter)

“NBA Guards Averaging 20+ PTS on 50%+ FG:• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander• Tyler Herro”

— Kalshi Hoops (Twitter)

What’s next

The Heat will look to continue their strong play and climb up the Eastern Conference standings, with key games against other playoff contenders on the horizon.

The takeaway

Tyler Herro's dominant performance during the Heat's 5-0 week has kept them firmly in the playoff race in the East, showcasing his ability to step up and lead the team when key players are out. His efficient scoring and playmaking have been crucial for Miami as they aim to avoid the play-in tournament.