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Bam Adebayo Scores 83, Breaks Kobe's Record!

3/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

On March 10, 2026, Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scored 83 points in a 150-129 victory over the Washington Wizards, the second-highest single-game scoring total in NBA history and surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81.
Adebayo shot 20-of-43 from the field, 7-of-22 from three-point range, and 36 of 43 free throws, setting a new record for free-throws attempted in a game.
His scoring spree began with 31 points in the first quarter.
Reactions from NBA stars, including LeBron James, flooded social media to celebrate the achievement.

History

Historical Context

Kobe Bryant's 81-point game against the Toronto Raptors in 2006 exemplified the NBA's shift towards individual scoring prowess, inspiring future players. This trend continued with Bam Adebayo's recent 83-point game, reflecting evolving offensive strategies. Such milestones, including Wilt Chamberlain's legendary 100-point game in 1962, significantly influence player training and fan engagement in basketball today.

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Story summary

On March 10, 2026, Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scored 83 points in a 150-129 victory over the Washington Wizards, the second-highest single-game scoring total in NBA history and surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81.
Adebayo shot 20-of-43 from the field, 7-of-22 from three-point range, and 36 of 43 free throws, setting a new record for free-throws attempted in a game.
His scoring spree began with 31 points in the first quarter.
Reactions from NBA stars, including LeBron James, flooded social media to celebrate the achievement.

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