As Bam Adebayo’s MRI looms, Heat returns home hoping for good news: ‘We just got to wait and see’

Heat Awaits Bam Adebayo’s MRI Results

The Miami Heat and their star player, Bam Adebayo, are in a state of uncertainty after his injury during a recent game. Following a 122-112 loss to the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena, the team prepared to return to Miami, facing concerns about Adebayo’s health.

Injury Details and Initial Reactions

Bam Adebayo left the game in the first quarter due to a left foot injury and did not return. Despite the team's disappointing 1-3 record on their four-game road trip, the mood was more unsettled because of the injury than the recent losses.

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra commented before departing Denver, “We don’t know right now. It’s his left foot, so we’ll find out more [Thursday].”

Adebayo’s Condition and Scheduled MRI

Adebayo, a three-time All-Star and the Heat’s captain, is scheduled for an MRI in Miami to assess the severity of his foot injury.

“We’ll figure it out. Get more tests [Thursday] and then see how it goes,” Adebayo said shortly after the game.

Upcoming Games and Team Outlook

The uncertainty about Adebayo’s availability casts doubt over the upcoming back-to-back games at the Kaseya Center. The Heat starts a four-game homestand with their first in-season tournament group-play game on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets at 8 p.m.

Summary

The Miami Heat is anxiously awaiting MRI results to understand Bam Adebayo’s foot injury, which threatens his participation in crucial upcoming games.

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Miami Herald Miami Herald — 2025-11-06