MRI on Heat’s Adebayo shows toe sprain, out Friday and listed as day-to-day

MRI Confirms Bam Adebayo's Toe Injury

The Miami Heat faced a significant challenge after Bam Adebayo injured his left big toe during the first quarter of their Wednesday night loss to the Denver Nuggets. An MRI conducted on Thursday confirmed a sprain in Adebayo’s left big toe.

Impact on Upcoming Games

Adebayo has been ruled out for Friday night’s game against the Charlotte Hornets at Kaseya Center and will be listed as day-to-day. The Heat's next game after the Hornets is on Saturday night at Kaseya Center against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Team Roster Adjustments

Due to Adebayo’s absence, the Heat called up former Florida Atlantic University center Vlad Goldin from the G League on Thursday.

Challenges at Center Position

Before Adebayo’s injury, the Heat’s center position was already a weak spot. His early exit reduced the options further, leaving the team with limited viable centers.

Players’ Perspectives

Veteran guard Norman Powell addressed the team's situation: "The reality of a team that went into the season with only Adebayo and second-year Kel’el Ware considered viable options at center."

Outlook

The Heat now face the challenge of compensating for Adebayo’s absence and determining if they can maintain competitiveness without their key center.

Summary: Bam Adebayo's toe sprain puts the Miami Heat's center position in jeopardy, prompting roster changes as the team adjusts to his day-to-day status amid upcoming games.

Sun Sentinel — 2025-11-06