Bam Adebayo Siblings

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Bam Adebayo
Bam Adebayo at 2024 Paris Olympic Games

6 feet 9 inches tall Bam Adebayo plays as a starting center for the Miami Heat. Adebayo is known for his elite defense, as he is a four-time member of the All-NBA Defensive Second Team. Bam Adebayo was drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2017 NBA draft with the 14th overall pick.

Adebayo's mother gave him the name "Bam" because, in childhood, he used to imitate The Flintstones’ character Bamm-Bamm. At Northside High School in Pinetown, North Carolina, Bam Adebayo was a five-star rated athlete as he averaged 32.2 points and 21.0 rebounds per game during his junior year. Bam Adebayo later joined the University of Kentucky in 2015 where he played alongside future NBA stars De'Aaron Fox and Malik Monk. After a tough first two seasons, Adebayo emerged as a star in his third NBA season. In November 2023, Adebayo had a triple-double with 22 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists in a clutch 108–107 win against the Los Angeles Lakers. With this performance, Adebayo became the first player in Miami Heat history to record a 20-point, 20-rebound triple-double in a single game. Adebayo is a three-time NBA All-Star, with selections in 2020, 2023, and 2024. He has also been to two NBA Finals in 2020 and 2024. In the 2023-24 NBA season, Bam Adebayo averaged 19.3 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.9 blocks. In the 2024-25 NBA season, Bam Adebayo earned $34.85 million salary from Miami Heat.

Who is Bam Adebayo’s Sibling?

Bam Adebayo does not have any blood siblings. However, Bam Adebayo has a half-brother named Jabari Ashe from his father's side. Jabari lives in New Jersey. Although Bam and Jabari did not grow up together, they share a close bond.

Bam Adebayo Parents

Bam Adebayo Mother
Bam Adebayo with his mother Marilyn Blount

Bam Adebayo’s parents are John Adebayo and Marilyn Blount.

Who is Bam Adebayo’s father?

Bam Adebayo's father, John Adebayo was originally from Nigeria. However, John left the family soon after Adebayo’s birth to return to Nigeria, where he passed away in 2020.

Who is Bam Adebayo’s mother?

Marilyn Blount is Bam Adebayo’s mother. Adebayo was raised by his mother as a single parent. When he was seven years old, they moved to North Carolina to seek a better life.

FAQs on Bam Adebayo Siblings

A. Bam Adebayo has a wingspan of 7 ft 2 in (2.17 m).

A. Yes, Bam Adebayo is a three-time NBA All-Star (2020, 2023 and 2024)

A. Bam Adebayo wears the #13 jersey for the Miami Heat.

A. Bam Adebayo plays as center.

A. Bam Adebayo height is 6 feet 9 inches. 

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