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Heat's Bam Adebayo drops snarky response to DPOY finalist nod
The Miami Heat had some representation when the NBA released the three finalists for various awards, including the honors of Defensive Player of the Year. For the first time in his career, Heat star Bam Adebayo is a finalist for the award as himself and head coach Erik Spoelstra talk about the big-man getting recognition. There could be some shock that this is the first time Adebayo is a finalist as year in and year out, he is considered one of the best defensive players in the league.
- South Florida Sun Sentinel
Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s Heat playoff debut one for the ages? Actually yes, right up there with Dwyane Wade
BOSTON — The motto for the Boston Celtics this season is “Different Here.” Having made his postseason debut on Sunday at TD Garden, Miami Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. agreed. The difference, though, is he was talking more about the moment than the venue. “I think it was definitely different.”Jaquez said, with the teams turning their attention to Wednesday night’s Game 2 at TD Garden. “You ...
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The Keys to Kristaps Porzingis Containing Bam Adebayo and What to Watch for in Game 2
© Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports The Keys to Kristaps Porzingis Containing Bam Adebayo and What to Watch for in Game 2 Author: Bobby Krivitsky Apr 22, 2024 In this story: Kristaps Porzingis Boston Celtics Miami Heat Bam Adebayo Jrue Holiday Jimmy Butler Al Horford In his first playoff game as a Celtic, Kristaps Porzingis produced 18 points on 7/13 shooting, drilled 4/8 threes, grabbed four rebounds, and had two blocks. He also got tasked with guarding Bam Adebayo at the other end of the court. With Jimmy Butler sidelined by an MCL injury, the Heat are forced to lean even further on their star center. "They're gonna play through Bam as the number one option," noted Porzingis after Boston's 114-94
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