It's not every day that a player's stat line gets revised after the game, but that's exactly what happened to Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo. The NBA recently revised Adebayo's record of a 20-rebound triple-double to 22 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists. This change occurred following an audit which revealed that one rebound had been mistakenly credited to Adebayo instead of his teammate Duncan Robinson.
A Rare Feat Nevertheless
Despite the revision, Adebayo remains in the elite group of Heat players who have managed a triple-double with at least 20 points and 15 rebounds. It's a testament to his skill and tenacity on the court, and it shows just how integral he is to the team's success.
A Strong Performance Against the Grizzlies
In a recent clash against the Memphis Grizzlies, Adebayo was nothing short of spectacular. He put up an impressive 30 points and 11 rebounds, playing a key role in securing the Heat's first road victory of the season. His performance was instrumental in the win and further demonstrated his value as one of the team's star players.
Upcoming Match Against the Hawks
The Miami Heat are now looking ahead to their next game, set for November 12 against the Atlanta Hawks. With the momentum from their recent victory and Adebayo's strong performances, they will be hoping to continue their winning ways.
Reactions to the Revision
The revision of Adebayo's stats has sparked reactions from both the player himself and the team's head coach, Erik Spoelstra. Upon hearing about the revision, Spoelstra said, "I didn't hear about it until we got on the airplane, and my first reaction was, 'That's a buzzkill. Come on. He was doing a big-muscle workout on the glass. Let it go. Was it a tip or whatever? That's 20 rebounds in my book."
Adebayo, on the other hand, seemed unfazed by the change. "It's whatever. I've seen a lot of dudes get their stats padded and nobody bats an eye. But it's all good. I'll do it again. It's part of basketball. It is what it is. I just got to make sure I get my 20th rebound next time,” he said.
While the revision might have been a slight disappointment for Adebayo, his attitude suggests that he's not letting it get to him. Instead, he's focused on the future and ready to put up more impressive numbers in the games to come.