Bam Adebayo erupted offensively during the Heat‘s game against Washington in Mexico City on Saturday. Adebayo poured in 32 points after averaging only 11 points in the first four games. Adebayo said his teammates were determined to get him the ball, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.
“My teammates got me going from the jump,” Adebayo said. “We’re pros, man. Once we see the ball go in a couple times, it becomes like an ocean. Then you just get in a flow and you just get locked in, and it just feels like the ball is going to go in every time for you.”
We have more on the Heat:
- Josh Richardson played 16 minutes in his season debut on Saturday and didn’t score. Richardson, who has been battling shoulder, heel and calf injuries, had one assist and a rebound. “Great to be back out there. Lot of rust to knock off, but I’m grateful!” Richardson tweeted.
- Could the Heat make another run at Damian Lillard, as they did in the summer of 2023? Ira Winderman of the Miami Herald believes that could happen if Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo requests a trade. Winderman also anticipates the price tag for Lillard would be reduced, compared to the package Portland was seeking last year, given the guard’s age and contract.
- Kevin Love could make his season debut on Monday. The veteran forward is listed as available after missing the first five games due to personal reasons, Winderman tweets. Duncan Robinson, who missed the game in Mexico City for personal reasons, will also be available for Miami’s contest against Sacramento.
I know all the reasons why if Giannis demands a trade, they should do it. 1 reason they shouldn’t is because he’s largely responsible for the dumpster fire they’re in right now.
Unless I missed it, I’m surprised they haven’t brought Thanny back into the fold. He was obviously the glue guy with his superior cheerleading skills.
Thanasis tore his ACL and won’t be on anyone’s roster this season.
Obviously not, but I did read they were contemplating signing him anyway, basically because of Giannis..sort of like they’ve done in previous years, since it was not for his on court abilities.
I don’t believe the Heat should chase Lillard, even at a discounted price.
Does he really move the needle for the Heat? Maybe some, but not enough to be a real Championship contender. His contract still runs for two more seasons after this one at approximately $55M/year. Does he make sense through 2026-27, especially when Butler is not signed past this year, and there’s no guarantee that he’ll resign in Miami.
To be honest, I don’t know where Dame fits now, but I think Miami leaves themselves in mediocrity for the next half decade if they pull the trigger on a deal.
The Bucks are stuck with Lillard for sure. It’s either keep him or trade him for equally horrible big money contracts and what would be the point of that?
Should be a big red flag for warriors on why you shouldn’t think getting a all star makes you better. Having a manageable cap is much better to make a team stronger.