How many 3s has Bam Adebayo made?

Last Modified Aug 10, 2024 07:03 GMT
Bam Adebayo
Bam Adebayo

Miami Heat has many great performers in their team, helping them to reach new highs every season. Bam Adebayo is a standout athlete though. After a successful freshman season with the Wildcats, he decided to enter the 2017 NBA Draft. Adebayo was selected as the 14th overall pick by the Miami Heat.

Bam Adebayo quickly established himself as a valuable asset for the Miami Heat team and even made 3 All-Star appearances in 6 seasons. His ability to contribute on both ends of the court has benefitted the team on a regular basis and made him a big game player for the South Florida team. Famous for his strong defensive presence, Adebayo also made it to five All-NBA defensive teams.

How many 3s has Bam Adebayo made?

Bam Adebayo has made a total of 23 three-pointers in his career, as of August 2024. On 17th March 2023, Adebayo hit the game-winning buzzer-beater from deep against the Detroit Pistons. In the 2023-24 season, Bam Adebayo drained 15 three-pointers beyond the arc, which was the highest number in his career.

In today’s NBA, the 3-point shot has revolutionized the game. Many players, especially Steph Curry, Damian Lillard and James Harden have changed the way offenses play around the perimeter. Miami Heat also has perimeter shooters like Duncan Robinson and Tyler Herro, and now Bam Adebayo is also becoming one of those players who can throw easy threes beyond the arc.

Heat center Bam Adebayo is also more effective in the paint area and even makes fewer attempts from mid-range. While players at the Center position aren’t great 3-point shooters, the modern game-plays require players to shoot from the arc. Along with Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jokic and Al Horford have effectively added long-range shots into their arsenal.

Considering the importance of Adebayo in the team, Heat team president Pat Riley said he wants Adebayo to be more aggressive offensively, taking 15-20 shots a game. Adding long-range shooting would definitely help him and his team in games.

Bam Adebayo Game play

The inability to score from the range hasn’t affected Bam Adebayo’s game drastically, but it has helped him a lot in the recent season, and it is an additional positive for Adebayo's career. The 27-year-old star has made a name for dominating the paint area with his rebounding and scoring proficiency. His agility, quickness, and wingspan make him a formidable opponent for any player.

Defensively also rebounding and shot-blocking made him a very useful megastar for the Miami team. Offensively, Adebayo has continued to develop his game, becoming an effective scorer. He also has shown great vision and developed into a playmaker under Spoelstra’s guidance.

Furthermore, he played a significant role in leading the Miami Heat to the NBA Finals in the 2020 and 2023 seasons. As a rising star in the NBA, Bam Adebayo's impact on the court continues to grow, and he remains a player to watch for his remarkable skills, versatility, and overall impact on the game.

FAQs

A. Bam Adebayo was drafted in 2017 as the 14th overall pick by Miami Heat. 

A. In his seven seasons, Bam Adebayo has made total 11 three-pointers, as of March 2024. On 17th March 2023, Bam Adebayo hit the game winning buzzer beater from deep agasint Detroit Pistons.

A. Bam Adebayo maintains a three-point shooting percentage of 14.1% throughout his career. Adebayo is 11/78 from three-point range for his career.

A. Adebayo has made 2 three-pointers in the playoffs.

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