Entries by Austin Dobbins

The Miami Heat Won’t Trade Bam Adebayo—And They Never Should: Five Reasons Why

Bam Adebayo’s Ranks in Miami Heat Franchise History: 4th in points 2nd in rebounds 3rd in assists 4th in steals 5th in blocks 1st in double-doubles 3rd in triple-doubles The Miami Heat have one untouchable. Not Kel’el. Not Herro. It’s Bam Adebayo, and if you’re thinking otherwise, you haven’t been watching closely enough. In light […]

Heat Dominate Spurs in California Classic Matchup

San Francisco — July 5, 2025 The Miami Heat opened their NBA Summer League slate with a commanding 82–69 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, powered by standout performances from guard Erik Stevenson, second-year forward Keshad Johnson, and the much-anticipated debut of rookie Kasparas Jakucionis. Stevenson impressed with 16 points, going a perfect […]

Kasparas Jakucionis to the Heat: A Surprise Slide, a Perfect Fit

Kasparas Jakucionis Falls to No. 20 — and Right Into Miami’s Hands(Pronounced: CAHS-per-us yah-koo-CHOH-nis) For a team needing a point guard, shooting, and long-term upside, the Miami Heat found all three with the 20th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Kasparas Jakucionis, the Lithuanian-born combo guard who starred at Illinois and developed through the prestigious […]

Miami Heat Select Kasparas Jakucionis at #20

With the pick acquired from the Warriors in the Jimmy Butler trade, the Miami Heat struck gold at No. 20 by selecting Kasparas Jakucionis. The Lithuanian guard is one of the draft’s most advanced pick-and-roll playmakers—smart, poised, and polished beyond his years. Jakucionis excels in the halfcourt, with elite vision and control off screens, and […]