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Heat Rule Bam Adebayo Out for Third Straight Game With Toe Sprain

An update on his status is expected by Tuesday.

Oct 17, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) is introduced during the pregame ceremonies of the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The NBA's official injury report lists Bam Adebayo out Monday against the Cavaliers with a sprained left big toe, marking his third consecutive missed game.
  • His next opportunity to play is Wednesday's rematch with Cleveland, with the team expected to provide a status update by Tuesday night.
  • Miami has started Kel'el Ware at center and used smaller lineups featuring Davion Mitchell, Norman Powell, Pelle Larsson and Andrew Wiggins during Adebayo's absence.
  • The Heat have won their last two games (Hornets, Trail Blazers), yet Cleaning The Glass data shows their defensive-rebound rate drops from 75.1% with Adebayo to 64.1% without him.
  • Miami's new uptempo offense leads the league in pace and ranks among the top scoring attacks, and teammates say Adebayo's versatility helps balance the scheme.