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Bam Adebayo's 83 Points Sparks Controversy, Coach Defends

3/13/2026

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Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scored 83 points against the Washington Wizards.
The feat marked the second-highest single-game total in NBA history.
The performance drew criticism for the manner of reaching the milestone, including intentional fouls and free throws.
Coach Erik Spoelstra defended Adebayo by saying, "I apologize to absolutely no one."
Adebayo urged critics to focus on the Wizards' defense.

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Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scored 83 points against the Washington Wizards.
The feat marked the second-highest single-game total in NBA history.
The performance drew criticism for the manner of reaching the milestone, including intentional fouls and free throws.
Coach Erik Spoelstra defended Adebayo by saying, "I apologize to absolutely no one."
Adebayo urged critics to focus on the Wizards' defense.