League: NBA Sport: Basketball Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Giannis shines for Heat in preseason win over Nets; Adebayo sits

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 2:59 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Giannis shines for Heat in preseason win over Nets; Adebayo sits

Summary

The Miami Heat defeated the Brooklyn Nets, 144-128, in their preseason finale on October 14. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Heat with 20 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists, showcasing his readiness for the upcoming regular season. Bam Adebayo missed the game due to groin tightness, with coach Erik Spoelstra stating it is a day-to-day situation. Heat's Davion Mitchell returned after sustaining a facial laceration, finishing with 13 points in 24 minutes. The Heat will begin their regular season next Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Antetokounmpo scored 20 points on 8-of-10 shooting.
•Adebayo sat out due to groin tightness.
•Mitchell returned after receiving stitches for a laceration.
•Heat begin regular season against Timberwolves on October 21.
•Andrew Wiggins added 19 points for the Heat.

Latest Updates

2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis fills box score as Adebayo misses Heat exhibition win over Nets

What they're saying

"
MIAMI — As he barreled through the paint in transition in the first quarter, paying no heed to Day’Ron Sharpe standing between himself and the rim, Giannis Antetokounmpo made clear with that emphatic driving layup he is ready. As he tumbled hard to the court in the second period while fouled by Moe Wagner on a failed dunk attempt, Antetokounmpo also made clear the risk of these no-reward ...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Brooklyn Nets Miami Heat Minnesota Timberwolves NBA Basketball