Adebayo's 83-Point Game: NBA History Made
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On March 11, 2026, Bam Adebayo made NBA history by scoring 83 points in a single game, surpassing Kobe Bryants record of 81. Playing for the Miami Heat against the Washington Wizards, Adebayo shot 20/43 from the field and made 7 three-pointers. However, the real story was his 43 free throw attempts, of which he made 35. The Wizards aggressive defense led to constant fouls, feeding Adebayos scoring spree. He scored 31 points in the first quarter alone and finished with 83 points, sealing the record with one minute and sixteen seconds left in the game. The Heat coach, Erik Spoelstra, let history unfold amid the chaos, as both teams shifted strategies in the fourth quarter. Adebayos outburst raised his season average from 18.9 to 20 points per game.
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