Every public concern about the Giannis trade is already coming true

The Miami Heat have been playing terribly in the Giannis Antetokounmpo era.

By Jack Simone · All U Can Heat

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 2:28 AM

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Jack Simone argues that concerns about Miami's depth and shooting after trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo are proving true.
The Heat suffered three straight losses to begin the season against Minnesota, Detroit, and Charlotte.
Bam Adebayo has struggled early, averaging 13.0 points while shooting 42.9% from the field.

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Jack Simone of All U Can Heat argues that initial worries regarding the Miami Heat's trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo have quickly materialized. Despite Antetokounmpo's strong individual performances, the Heat have struggled through a disastrous start to the season, suffering consecutive losses to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, and Charlotte Hornets.

The writer points out that Miami suffers from a severe lack of depth and poor three-point shooting around Antetokounmpo. While Davion Mitchell has impressed as the second-leading scorer averaging 17.0 points, co-star Bam Adebayo has struggled, averaging just 13.0 points on 42.9% shooting.

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