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Giannis Antetokounmpo achieves historic numbers amid Heat's slow start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 8:25 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo achieves historic numbers amid Heat's slow start

Summary

Giannis Antetokounmpo is having a standout individual season despite the Miami Heat's struggles, currently standing at 1-4. He became the first player in NBA history to record at least 125 points and 50 rebounds in the opening five games of a season. Antetokounmpo delivered a strong performance in the Heat's recent 129-117 win over the Atlanta Hawks, tallying 24 points and 18 rebounds. His season averages include 27.6 points and 11.2 rebounds per game. The Heat hope to build on their first win as they look to improve their standing in the Eastern Conference.

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By the Numbers

•Miami Heat are 1-4 to start the season.
•Antetokounmpo leads the league in 2-point shots made and attempted.
•He averages 27.6 points and 11.2 rebounds per game.
•Heat recently won against Atlanta Hawks, 129-117.
•Antetokounmpo achieved historic stats in first five games.

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8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo’s historic feat proves he’s not to blame for Heat’s brutal start

What they're saying

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When the Miami Heat acquired superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo in the offseason via trade , the prevailing thought was they would become legit contenders in the Eastern Conference. However, that has not yet materialized as the Heat have gotten off to a slow start to the year at 1-4. But amid the team’s poor start, Antetokounmpo has been putting up […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo’s historic feat proves he’s not to blame for Heat’s brutal start appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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