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“I Know What I’m Capable Of”: Bam Adebayo Says He Is Being Scapegoated for Heat’s Embarrassing Start in Giannis Era

The Heat continue to struggle at the start of the Giannis Antetokounmpo era. Miami suffered its fourth straight loss on Monday night, falling 113-109 to the Dallas Mavericks despite a triple-double performance from its newest superstar. Bam Adebayo, meanwhile, struggled…

By Pranav Kotai · Essentially Sports

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 4:36 AM

Key Things to Know

Bam Adebayo claimed outside noise is scapegoating him for the Miami Heat's winless 0-4 start.
The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 113-109 on Monday night.
Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a triple-double with 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists in the loss.

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Miami Heat captain Bam Adebayo pushed back against outside criticism following the team's 113-109 loss to the Dallas Mavericks, stating that external noise is attempting to turn him into a scapegoat for the team's winless start. The defeat dropped Miami to an 0-4 record despite Giannis Antetokounmpo recording a triple-double with 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists.

Adebayo struggled offensively in the contest, posting eight points, eight rebounds, and three assists while shooting 3-of-10 from the field. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra defended the big man after the game, emphasizing that Adebayo generated good looks and simply needs to see shots fall to regain his offensive rhythm.

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