Giannis Antetokounmpo shines as Miami Heat start season 0-2
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 4:30 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 36 points in his latest game, totaling 71 points in the first two games this season. Despite his scoring performance, the Miami Heat have lost both games, allowing a franchise-high 259 points. Head coach Erik Spoelstra commented on the team's struggles and expressed confidence in overcoming early-season adversity. Antetokounmpo acknowledged the challenges faced against tough opponents Minnesota and Detroit. The Heat aim to improve their performance as they continue the season.
- •Antetokounmpo matches his highest two-game scoring total.
- •Miami allows a franchise-worst 259 points in two games.
- •Heat coach Erik Spoelstra remains optimistic about team improvement.
- •Antetokounmpo emphasizes the need for better teamwork on defense.
- •Miami faces tough opponents early in the season.
- 5:20 AMESPN NBA — Giannis continues blistering start with 36, confident winless Heat will click
- 3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo is off to fast start, but the Miami Heat are still 0-2 to open the season
"Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 36 points Friday, giving him 71 through the first two games, and stayed hopeful the Heat would rebound from their winless start.
"MIAMI (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo has never had a better offensive start to a season. He's also never had a worse overall start to a season.
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External links- ESPN NBAOct 24, 2026, 5:20 AMGiannis continues blistering start with 36, confident winless Heat will click
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 36 points Friday, giving him 71 through the first two games, and stayed hopeful the Heat would rebound from their winless start.
- Yahoo SportsOct 24, 2026, 3:49 AMGiannis Antetokounmpo is off to fast start, but the Miami Heat are still 0-2 to open the season
MIAMI (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo has never had a better offensive start to a season. He's also never had a worse overall start to a season.
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