Dion Waiters receives suspension from Miami Heat over faking illness and boat pictures

Dion Waiters, who was recently suspended by Miami Heat, had reportedly posted a photo of himself on a boat after he called in sick. Waiters' Instagram account is w private, and will photo of him on a boat is present on it. However, Heat reportedly saw a photo that caused m to take action. According to reports, re were or actions by Waiters had a cumulative effect to result in a lengthy suspension. A source stated that team's preference is to keep Waiters away from team. His presence might have a negative effect on team's chemistry. Reports also talked about Heat being open to buyout options regarding Waiters. However, player is reportedly t ready to accept anything less than his promised $12.1 million this year. 

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Heat released a statement regarding Waiters’ suspension on Thursday, December 12 (Friday, December 14 IST). According to statement, Waiters has been suspended without pay from league on grounds of violation of team rules and continued insubordination. Waiters is yet to play a game this season. His suspension will end on Monday, December 23 EST (Tuesday, December 24 IST) after Heat game against Utah Jazz at American Airlines Arena in Florida.

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Waiters’ first suspension was during pre-season when he complained about lack of playtime. Waiters missed opening game of season as a result. His second suspension was after consumption of a THC-infused gummy. Tetrahydrocannabil (THC) is an active ingredient in marijuana, which is on NBA’s banned substances list. Heat had released a statement saying that y were disappointed in Waiters and are grateful that situation did t have lasting consequences. Waiters has a four-year contract with Miami Heat. reported contract is of $52 million. Waiters will receive $12.1 million this year and $12.6 million next year. If Waiters does t appear in a minimum of 70 games this season, he will lose $1.1 million bonus.

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