Bam Adebayo is set to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo after the Miami Heat's blockbuster trade.
The Heat acquired Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis Jr. from the Milwaukee Bucks.
What happened?
The trade sent star Tyler Herro, young center Kel'el Ware, forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., and 20-year-old guard Kasparas Jakucionis to the Bucks.
The Heat's roster now includes Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, Norman Powell, Portis, Nikola Jovic, and others.
Why it matters for Bam Adebayo
Bam Adebayo's frontcourt partnership with Antetokounmpo is exciting for Miami fans, but the team needs to address its shooting.
Jake Fischer, an NBA insider, suggests the Heat could trade Nikola Jovic to acquire shooting.
What comes next?
The Heat finished 10th in the East with a 43-39 record and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2019.
They are looking to improve with Antetokounmpo, Adebayo, and potential free agency signings like Luke Kennard or Gary Trent Jr.
The Heat's roster construction around Antetokounmpo is crucial, with a need for more shooting in the backcourt.
As of the trade, the Heat's roster has Adebayo, Powell, Portis, Jovic, Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell, and others.
Bam Adebayo and the Heat are looking to make the most of their new lineup.
The foundation is set with Antetokounmpo and Adebayo, but the team needs to address its weaknesses.