Nikola Jović expressed his desire to secure a starting position for the Miami Heat this season, despite acknowledging his higher productivity off the bench last season. In 36 appearances as a reserve, he posted averages of 11.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, while in 10 starts, his scoring dipped to 8.4 points. With Tyler Herro sidelined initially, Jović will have an opportunity to prove his worth as a starter, potentially impacting his negotiations for a contract extension.