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Bam Adebayo Says Viral ‘Joy Dealer’ Hat Was Stylist’s Pick, Not a Shot at Jimmy Butler

He credits a stylist’s choice, linking the phrase to his Joy Dealer community work.

Overview

  • Speaking before the Heat’s game at the United Center, Adebayo said the hat selection was a coincidence and added, “I’m not that petty.”
  • He wore the cap after Miami’s win over the Warriors, the same night Jimmy Butler made a rare South Florida appearance and walked directly to the visitors’ tunnel.
  • Adebayo described Joy Dealer as an effort to spread positivity, while the brand’s founder OnDecker bills it as a community empowerment initiative.
  • Coach Erik Spoelstra said Andrew Wiggins is day-to-day after late-game hip tightness, while Nikola Jovic’s ongoing issue is being managed.
  • Adebayo and Tyler Herro are slated to host a Thanksgiving grocery pop-up Tuesday at Miami’s Charles Hadley Park with their foundations and Baptist Health.