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Bam Adebayo’s Return Propels Miami Heat From Defensive Collapse to League-Best Dominance

Adebayo's defensive impact cannot be ignored. During his 6-game absence with a toe injury, the Heat's defensive rating dropped from 111.1, third in the league, to 117.9, to 22nd. They allowed opposing teams to score 130+ points in four of those games. Since Adebayo's return, the Heat have led the NBA with a 101.1 defensive rating.