From Newsweek · Jayesh Pagar · · 40s
Bam Adebayo addresses Heat shooting struggles
Bam Adebayo dismisses criticism after Miami Heat's early-season shooting woes.
In brief
Bam Adebayo dismisses criticism after Miami Heat's early-season shooting woes. Bam Adebayo says he won't overthink his shooting struggles as Miami Heat drop to 0-4 in the season. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Bam Adebayo's response
Bam Adebayo says he won't overthink his shooting struggles as Miami Heat drop to 0-4 in the season.
“My shot's not going in. I'm not gonna overthink that. Funny how the outside noise wants to make me the scapegoat. But when the energy shifts, be prepared for that.”
Heat coach's view
Erik Spoelstra says Adebayo needs to find his shooting touch but has quality opportunities.
“He just needs to see the ball go in. He had some good clean looks, he just wasn't able to capitalize on them. We'll work together to get him aggressive in the spots he's comfortable.”
Adebayo's stats
Adebayo averaged 13 points and seven rebounds through Miami's first three games, shooting 42.9% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range.
What it means
Bam Adebayo says he won't overthink his shooting struggles as Miami Heat drop to 0-4 in the season.
