Bam Adebayo is day-to-day and will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Timberwolves because of rest. Miami goes into tonight's matchup at Kaseya Center without its center on the floor.
What happened
Adebayo was listed as day-to-day on the injury report issued Saturday, Oct. 10 at 6:46 p.m. ET, with the issue marked rest/other. No previous status was attached to this entry. Eric Nehm of The Athletic reported that Adebayo won't be available for Saturday's preseason game against the Timberwolves due to rest. The report does not give a timetable beyond listing him day-to-day, and no further detail on the decision is included.
What it means for the Heat
Miami hosts Minnesota Saturday at 8 p.m. ET in its preseason matchup with the Timberwolves, with the Heat at 0-0 since the 2026-27 regular season has not started. Last season Adebayo played 73 games at 32.4 minutes, averaging 20.1 points, 10.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists. With him out, Kel'el Ware is the frontcourt option to absorb his minutes, and the backcourt and wing rotation of Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, Norman Powell, Davion Mitchell, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Pelle Larsson remains available to fill scoring load. There is no regular-season record with or without him yet.
What to watch
Adebayo's status is expected to be addressed again on the next injury report. An expected return date of Oct. 14, 2026 is listed for this entry. The Heat have additional preseason games before the 2026-27 regular season opens, and the next report will show whether he is available or remains day-to-day.
Is Bam Adebayo playing vs Timberwolves tonight?
No. Adebayo is day-to-day and will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Timberwolves due to rest, per Eric Nehm of The Athletic.
When will Bam Adebayo be back?
The injury report lists an expected return date of Oct. 14, 2026.