Giannis Antetokounmpo shows promise in Miami Heat debut against Raptors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 1:37 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo made his debut with the Miami Heat in a preseason game against the Toronto Raptors in Québec City on October 3. He scored 9 points, recorded 7 assists, and added 4 rebounds in 14 minutes of play. Antetokounmpo demonstrated his offensive versatility, assisting on a three-pointer and scoring on a layup. The Heat won the game 129-105, with Antetokounmpo resting in the second half along with other starters. The game marks the first of five preseason matchups for Miami before they begin the regular season with a home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 21.
- •Heat win 129-105 in preseason opener against the Raptors.
- •Antetokounmpo contributes 9 points, 7 assists in first half.
- •He rested the second half as the Heat established a large lead.
- •Miami plays four more preseason games before regular season start.
- •Antetokounmpo was traded from the Bucks this summer.
- 1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo posts 9 points, 7 assists in first Heat appearance, rests second half
"Antetokounmpo rested in the second half, along with the other Miami starters.
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