Bam Adebayo Injury Status Update for March 17th, 2026
Bam Adebayo of the Heat has been ruled out and will not play today. Bam was previously listed as Doubtful before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 10th game Bam has missed this season.
Bam Adebayo Season Averages
Bam's absence leaves a significant hole in the Heat rotation. Across 57 games this season, he's averaging 18.9 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game while playing 31.5 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.5 | 18.9 | 9.8 | 2.9 | 15.2 |
Heat Performance With & Without Bam Adebayo
The numbers tell a clear story about Bam's value to the Heat. With Bam in the lineup this season, the team is 30-27. Without him, they've gone 6-2. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (114.1 vs 118.6 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 30-27 | 6-2 | — |
| Off Rating | 114.1 | 118.6 | +4.5 |
| Def Rating | 111.1 | 114.3 | +3.2 |
| Net Rating | 3.0 | 4.3 | +1.3 |
| PPG | 118.9 | 129.1 | +10.3 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Bam Adebayo?
When Bam sits, other Heat players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Nikola Jovic, Norman Powell and Jaime Jaquez Jr. stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Bam has been out this season, Nikola Jovic has averaged 3.5 additional field goal attempts, 2.6 more rebounds and 2.3 more assists.
FGA: +3.5 | RPG: +2.6 | APG: +2.3
When Bam has been out this season, Norman Powell has averaged 4.8 more points per game and 3.5 additional field goal attempts.
PPG: +4.8 | FGA: +3.5
When Bam has been out this season, Jaime Jaquez Jr. has averaged 2.1 more rebounds.
RPG: +2.1
Bam Adebayo Betting Trends
For bettors, Bam's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Heat's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Bam has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Adebayo) Pelle Larsson PRA OVER: 7-1 (+5.9u, 16.3 / -109 avg. line) Andrew Wiggins AST OVER: 7-1 (+5.9u, 2.6 / -126 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Bam Adebayo's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Heat @ Hornets - March 17, 2026 Miami Heat: Bam Adebayo (Out) Andrew Wiggins (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Bam's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Heat.