Bam Adebayo Injury Update
Bam Adebayo was taken out of the Miami Heat vs. Denver Nuggets game on Wednesday due to a left foot injury. The 28-year-old was listed as questionable before the game, but he did not return after being injured just eight minutes in. At the time of writing, Miami was trailing 122-112 in the fourth quarter.
Injury Details
Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reported on social media that Adebayo was sidelined early in the game:
“Bam Adebayo not on the court for the start of the second half. Kel'el Ware starting in Adebayo's place.”
Adebayo appeared to be in significant pain, which forced him from the game.
Fan Reactions
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One fan noted the challenge of competing without Adebayo against a top offense and defense:
“Obviously Bam going down was unexpected but still competing vs the #1 offense and a top 5 defense is still so much build off of. Last year's team would’ve lost by 35. There shouldn’t ever be a rebound disparity of 20 rebounds that deflating and gives the other team more attempts.”
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Another fan expressed concern about the injury and praised the team’s effort:
“Was always gonna be tough with Bam. Made impossible once he didn’t come back in. Proud of the effort the group showed… hopefully Nikola Jokic can give Niko some advice while he’s there. Hopefully Bam’s injury isn’t too bad, but the fact there wasn’t an update concerns me.”
Adebayo’s Season Averages
Before the injury, Adebayo was averaging 22.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game on 46% shooting.
Author’s summary: Bam Adebayo exited early with a left foot injury during the Heat vs. Nuggets, raising concerns among fans as Miami fought on without their key player.