Heat secure first win of season on record night for Adebayo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 1:40 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
The Miami Heat achieved their first victory of the season by defeating the Atlanta Hawks 129-117 on October 28 at State Farm Arena. The Heat ended an 0-4 start, with Bam Adebayo setting the franchise's career rebounding record during the game. Adebayo recorded 24 points and nine rebounds, while Giannis Antetokounmpo added 24 points and a season-high 18 rebounds. Despite leading by 18 points at one stage, the Heat had to fend off a Hawks comeback attempt late in the game. The Heat now look to build on this win as they navigate the early part of the season.
- •Heat improve to 1-4 after the win over Hawks.
- •Adebayo becomes franchise career leader in rebounds during the game.
- •Antetokounmpo and Adebayo both score 24 points.
- •Heat had an 18-point lead cut to four in the fourth quarter.
- 1:40 AMYahoo Sports — Heat finally in win column on record night for Adebayo in Atlanta
"ATLANTA — The start of something big when it comes to the Miami Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo era? For now, just a start. Finally breaking into the win column after an 0-4 opening week in the wake of their offseason superstar addition, the Miami Heat did it on a record-setting night. With Bam Adebayo setting the Heat’s career rebounding record along the way, Erik Spoelstra’s team pushed past ...
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