Giannis Antetokounmpo trains with Bam Adebayo after joining Miami Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:29 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo was officially introduced by the Miami Heat on July 16, 2026. He has begun training with teammate Bam Adebayo, expressing high praise for his skills and competitive nature. Antetokounmpo aims to help the Heat compete for an NBA championship, emphasizing their potential both defensively and offensively. He recently switched to the No. 7 jersey to honor his parents while also acknowledging his previous number with the Bucks. He appears motivated to succeed in Miami after dealing with injuries last season.
- •Antetokounmpo joined the Heat after his tenure with the Bucks.
- •He trained for several hours with Adebayo, forming a new duo.
- •Antetokounmpo switched to jersey No. 7 for Miami.
- •He aims to excel under coach Erik Spoelstra.
- •Antetokounmpo expresses excitement for Miami's competitive culture.
- 4:29 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes Major Bam Adebayo Statement After First Workout
"The Miami Heat officially introduce Giannis Antetokounmpo as part of the franchise on Thursday.Antetokounmpo is already focused on bringing an NBA championship back to Miami. He has started working out with Bam Adebayo, who has been the face of the Heat since Jimmy Butler was traded to the Golden State Warriors last year.Speaking to WQAM’s […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes Major Bam Adebayo Statement After First Workout appeared first on HEAVY.
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