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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Needs 17 shots to score 20 points
Bam Adebayo had 20 points (7-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 39 minutes during Saturday's 115-110 loss to the Hornets.Adebayo's 20 points accounted for a season-high, but he wasn't particularly efficient and also coughed up four turnovers. The 29-year-old big man is going through some growing pains adjusting to his new superstar teammate, and the lack of spacing has been a problem for Miami, as they've opened the season 0-3. While the Miami Heat rank in the top five in three-point attempts per game, they also rank in the bottom half in three-point percentage, which is a tough combination if you're trying to win games.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Low-scoring effort Friday
Bam Adebayo finished with four points (2-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals across 23 minutes in Friday's 128-111 loss to the Pistons.Adebayo recorded 15 points and seven rebounds in the season-opening loss to the Timberwolves on Wednesday, and he had another disappointing performance Friday. The fact that he was the lowest-scoring player among the Miami starters isn't how the team envisions Adebayo's fit alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, who led the way with 36 points. Adebayo will look to bounce back soon, but his production over the first two games of the campaign is well below his usual standard.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Scores 15 points in loss
Bam Adebayo posted 15 points (6-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and three steals across 31 minutes in Wednesday's 131-106 loss to the Timberwolves.Adebayo opened the regular season with a well-rounded performance, although his scoring numbers were below expectations and his perimeter shooting remained inconsistent. His three steals helped offset a modest scoring total and highlighted his ability to provide fantasy value through defense and playmaking beyond scoring. With Giannis Antetokounmpo sharing the frontcourt, Adebayo's scoring opportunities could fluctuate, making his peripheral production particularly important.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Off injury report
Bam Adebayo (groin) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.Adebayo missed the Miami Heat's final three preseason games with right groin tightness, though the star big man is set to play in the team's regular-season opener. Over 73 regular-season appearances in 2025-26, he averaged 20.1 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.9 combined steals-plus-blocks in 32.4 minutes per contest. He's finished with regular-season averages of at least 18 points and nine rebounds per game in six straight years.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Takes part in practice Monday
Bam Adebayo (groin) participated in Monday's practice, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.Adebayo is battling with a right groin issue, though it's a good sign that he's been able to practice on back-to-back days. His availability for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Timberwolves should become more clear once the team releases their first injury report Tuesday evening.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Practices Sunday
Bam Adebayo (groin) participated in Sunday's practice, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.Adebayo missed Miami's final three preseason games due to right groin tightness, though he returned to practice Sunday. The star big man can be considered questionable for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Minnesota until the Miami Heat offer an update on his status. If Adebayo needs to miss time, Bobby Portis and Nick Richards would likely see increased minutes.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Won't play in preseason finale
Bam Adebayo (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the Magic, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.Adebayo won't suit up for Friday's preseason finale due to right groin tightness. The star big man's next chance to suit up will come in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Timberwolves.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Managing tight groin
Bam Adebayo (groin) won't play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.The star big man is dealing with minor right groin tightness. Friday's game against the Magic is his next chance to play.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Not playing Saturday
Bam Adebayo won't be available for Saturday's preseason game against the Timberwolves due to rest, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.Adebayo is one of several projected starters who won't be available for the Miami Heat in this preseason contest due to rest. The star big man could return to face Brooklyn on Wednesday, as the Heat are taking a cautious approach to have him fully available for the regular-season opener against the Timberwolves on Oct. 21.
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Heat's Bam Adebayo: Good to go Saturday
Bam Adebayo will play in Saturday's preseason game against the Raptors, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.It was reported Friday that Adebayo was expected to play Saturday, and he's since been cleared to suit up for Miami's preseason opener. The big man shot a career-worst 44.2 percent from the field last season but averaged a double-double for the fourth time in his career. Over 73 regular-season appearances in 2025-26, Adebayo averaged 20.1 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.9 combined steals-plus-blocks in 32.4 minutes per showing.
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