Trending Now - Bam Adebayo Shatters Records With Historic 83-point Game
WHO:
Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat player
Erik Spoelstra, Miami Heat coach
Marilyn Blount, Adebayo's mother
A'ja Wilson, Adebayo's girlfriend and four-time WNBA MVP
Brian Keefe, Washington Wizards coach
Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat player
Kobe Bryant, former Los Angeles Lakers player
LeBron James, former Miami Heat player
Erik Spoelstra, Miami Heat coach
Simone Fontecchio, Miami Heat player
Alex Sarr, Washington Wizards player
Trae Young, Washington Wizards player (injured)
A'ja Wilson, WNBA MVP and Adebayo's girlfriend
WHAT:
Adebayo's 83 points were achieved in 42 minutes of play.
Adebayo's performance included 12 made field goals, 12 made free throws, and five made 3-pointers in a single game since Kobe Bryant's 81-point game against Toronto in 2006.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter is the highest-scoring quarter since Kevin Love scored 34 points for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Portland Trail Blazers in 2016.
Adebayo's 43-point first half is the NBA's second-best in at least the last 30 seasons, behind Karl-Anthony Towns' 44 points on January 22, 2024.
Adebayo's 43 field goal attempts are the most for a player in a non-overtime game since Kobe Bryant attempted 50 shots in his final game in 2016.
Adebayo's 36 free throws made broke the previous Heat season high of 36 made free throws on November 10, 2025, against the Cavaliers.
Adebayo's scoring total of 83 points is second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game in 1962.
Adebayo's performance was described as "an absolutely surreal night" by Heat coach Erik Spoelstra.
Adebayo's girlfriend, A'ja Wilson, commented on social media, "Welp won’t have the highest career high in the house anymore, but at least it gives me something to go after."
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half tied the team record for points in a first half before the second quarter even started.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter broke the previous Heat record for points in any quarter, which was 25 by LeBron James on March 18, 2014.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half set a new Heat record for any half.
Adebayo's 36 made free throws and 43 attempts set NBA records for a game.
Adebayo's 83 points surpassed the previous season high of 56 points set by Nikola Jokic on December 25, 2025.
Adebayo is the 11th different player in NBA history to score at least 70 points in a game.
Adebayo's performance included 7 of 22 three-pointers made.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter is the most in the opening frame since Kevin Love had 34 points for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Portland Trail Blazers in 2016.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half is the NBA's second-best in at least the last 30 seasons, behind Karl-Anthony Towns' 44 points on January 22, 2024.
Adebayo's 43 field goal attempts are the most for a player in a non-overtime game since Kobe Bryant attempted 50 shots in his final game in 2016.
Adebayo's 36 free throws made broke the previous Heat season high of 36 made free throws on November 10, 2025, against the Cavaliers.
Adebayo's scoring total of 83 points is second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game in 1962.
Adebayo's performance was described as "an absolutely surreal night" by Heat coach Erik Spoelstra.
Adebayo's girlfriend, A'ja Wilson, commented on social media, "Welp won’t have the highest career high in the house anymore, but at least it gives me something to go after."
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half tied the team record for points in a first half before the second quarter even started.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter broke the previous Heat record for points in any quarter, which was 25 by LeBron James on March 18, 2014.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half set a new Heat record for any half.
Adebayo's 83 points were achieved while shooting 20 of 43 from the field, 36 of 43 from the foul line, and 7 of 22 from 3-point range.
Adebayo's 36 made free throws and 43 attempts set NBA records for a game.
Adebayo's scoring total of 83 points is second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game in 1962.
Adebayo's performance included 31 points in the first quarter, 43 points by halftime, and 62 points by the end of the third quarter.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter broke the previous Heat record for points in any quarter, which was 25 by LeBron James on March 18th, 2014.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half set a new Heat record for any half.
Adebayo's 62 points through three quarters is the most by any player since Kobe Bryant had 62 on December 20th, 2005.
Adebayo's previous career high was 41 points, set on January 23rd, 2021, against Brooklyn.
Adebayo's performance was described as "an absolutely surreal night" by Heat coach Erik Spoelstra.
Adebayo expressed gratitude for performing in front of his family and home fans, stating, "to have this moment is surreal."
Adebayo's girlfriend, A'ja Wilson, commented on social media, "Welp won’t have the highest career high in the house anymore, but at least it gives me something to go after."
Adebayo's 83 points surpassed the previous season high of 56 points set by Nikola Jokic on December 25th, 2025.
Adebayo is the 11th different player in NBA history to score at least 70 points in a game.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter is the most in the opening frame since Kevin Love had 34 points for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Portland Trail Blazers in 2016.
Adebayo's 43-point first half is the NBA's second-best in at least the last 30 seasons, behind Karl-Anthony Towns' 44 points on January 22nd, 2024.
Adebayo's 43 field goal attempts are the most for a player in a non-overtime game since Kobe Bryant attempted 50 shots in his final game in 2016.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half tied the team record for points in a first half before the second quarter even started.
Adebayo's performance included 12 made field goals, 12 made free throws, and five made 3-pointers in a single game since Kobe Bryant's 81-point game against Toronto in 2006.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter broke the previous Heat record for points in any quarter, which was 25 by LeBron James on March 18th, 2014.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half set a new Heat record for any half.
Adebayo's 36 made free throws broke the previous record of 28 set by Wilt Chamberlain and Adrian Dantley.
Adebayo's 36 free throws made and 43 free throws attempted set NBA records for a game.
Adebayo's scoring total of 83 points is second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game in 1962.
Adebayo's performance was described as "an absolutely surreal night" by Heat coach Erik Spoelstra.
Adebayo's girlfriend, A'ja Wilson, commented on social media, "Welp won’t have the highest career high in the house anymore, but at least it gives me something to go after."
Adebayo's 62 points through three quarters is the most by any player since Kobe Bryant had 62 on December 20th, 2005.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half is a team record for any half and two points better than his previous career high of 41 points set on January 23rd, 2021.
Adebayo's 83 points were achieved while shooting below 50% from the field, making him the first player in NBA history to do so.
Adebayo's 36 free throws made broke the previous Heat season high of 36 made free throws on November 10th, 2025, against the Cavaliers.
Adebayo scored 83 points, setting the record for most free throws made (36) and attempted (43) in a single NBA game.
Adebayo's performance included 7 of 22 three-pointers made.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter broke the previous Heat record for points in any quarter, which was 25 by LeBron James on March 18, 2014.
Adebayo's 43-point first half is the second-best in the NBA in the last 30 seasons, behind Karl-Anthony Towns' 44 points on January 22, 2024.
Adebayo's previous career high was 41 points, set on January 23, 2021, against Brooklyn.
Adebayo's scoring surpassed the previous season high of 56 points set by Nikola Jokic on December 25, 2025.
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-best scoring effort in NBA history, surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81 points on January 22, 2006.
Adebayo's full stat line included nine rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two blocks.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half tied the team record for points in a first half before the second quarter even started.
Adebayo is the first player in NBA history to make 25 free throws and five 3-pointers in a game.
Adebayo's 43 field goal attempts are the most for a player in a non-overtime game since Kobe Bryant attempted 50 shots in his final game in 2016.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter is the highest-scoring quarter since Karl-Anthony Towns scored 32 for Minnesota on March 14, 2022.
Adebayo's 43-point first half is the NBA's second-best in at least the last 30 seasons, behind Karl-Anthony Towns' 44 points on January 22, 2024.
Adebayo's previous career high was 41 points, set on January 23, 2021, against Brooklyn.
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points in a single game, the second-highest scoring game in NBA history.
Adebayo's performance included 31 points in the first quarter, 43 points by halftime, and 62 points by the end of the third quarter.
Adebayo finished the game with 20 of 43 field goals made, 36 of 43 free throws made, and 7 of 22 three-pointers made.
Adebayo set NBA records for most free throws made (36) and attempted (43) in a game.
Adebayo is the first player in NBA history to score at least 70 points while shooting below 50% from the field.
The Miami Heat won the game against the Washington Wizards with a score of 150-129.
Adebayo's scoring surpassed the previous Heat single-game record of 61 points set by LeBron James on March 3rd, 2014.
Adebayo's 31 points in the first quarter broke the Heat record for points in any quarter.
Adebayo's 43 points in the first half set a new Heat record for any half.
WHERE:
The game took place at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
The game took place at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
The game took place at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
The game took place in Miami, Florida.
WHEN:
The game occurred on March 10th, 2026.
The game occurred on March 10th, 2026.
The game occurred on March 10th, 2026.
The game occurred on March 10th, 2026.
The game occurred on March 10th, 2026.
LeBron James set the previous Heat record on March 3rd, 2014.
The last player to score 62 points through three quarters before Adebayo was Kobe Bryant on December 20th, 2005.
WHY:
Adebayo's performance was driven by his desire to surpass his previous career high of 41 points.
Adebayo's performance was driven by his desire to surpass his previous career high of 41 points.
Adebayo described the night as "surreal" and expressed gratitude for being able to perform in front of his family and home fans.
Adebayo's performance was described as "an absolutely surreal night" by Heat coach Erik Spoelstra.
Adebayo's performance was driven by his desire to surpass his previous career high of 41 points.
HOW:
Adebayo faced double, triple, and quadruple teams from the Wizards' defense, which contributed to his high number of free throw attempts.
Adebayo faced double, triple, and quadruple teams from the Wizards' defense, which contributed to his high number of free throw attempts.
Adebayo faced double, triple, and quadruple teams from the Wizards' defense, which contributed to his high number of free throw attempts.
Adebayo faced double, triple, and at times quadruple teams from the Wizards' defense, which contributed to his high number of free throw attempts.
Adebayo achieved his scoring through a combination of field goals, free throws, and three-pointers, facing double and triple teams from the Wizards' defense.
(UPDATED March 11, 2026 23:03 UTC)
In an incredible display of skill, Bam Adebayo scored 83 points during a game against the Washington Wizards at the Kaseya Center in Miami on March 10, 2026, marking the second-highest scoring game in NBA history, just behind Wilt Chamberlain's legendary 100-point game. His performance included a record-breaking 31 points in the first quarter, 43 points in the first half, and an astonishing 36 made free throws, all while facing intense defensive pressure. Adebayo's coach Erik Spoelstra described the night as "absolutely surreal," and his girlfriend A'ja Wilson humorously noted on social media that she now has a new benchmark to chase in her own career.
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(UPDATED March 11, 2026 19:15 UTC)
In an incredible performance last night at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Bam Adebayo scored 83 points against the Washington Wizards, setting new NBA records with 36 made free throws and 43 attempts. Adebayo's scoring spree included 31 points in the first quarter, breaking the previous Heat record for points in any quarter, and he finished with 62 points through three quarters, the most since Kobe Bryant's 62 in 2005. Expressing his gratitude for the moment, Adebayo reflected on how surreal it was to achieve this milestone in front of his family and home fans.
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(UPDATED March 11, 2026 13:21 UTC)
In a stunning display of skill, Bam Adebayo scored 83 points in a game, breaking the previous season high of 56 points set by Nikola Jokic last December, and becoming the 11th player in NBA history to reach at least 70 points in a single game. His performance included a record-setting 36 made free throws, surpassing the previous mark of 28 held by Wilt Chamberlain and Adrian Dantley, while also achieving the most points in a first half for the Heat with 43. Coach Erik Spoelstra described the night as "absolutely surreal," and Adebayo's girlfriend, A'ja Wilson, humorously noted on social media that she no longer holds the highest career high in the house.
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(UPDATED March 11, 2026 11:09 UTC)
In an incredible performance on March 10, 2026, Miami Heat player Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, breaking records for the most free throws made and attempted in a single NBA game, with 36 made out of 43 attempts. Adebayo's scoring included a remarkable 31 points in the first quarter, surpassing LeBron James' previous Heat record, and his first half of 43 points is now the second-best in the NBA over the last 30 seasons. Describing the night as "surreal," Adebayo expressed gratitude for the opportunity to showcase his talent in front of his family and home fans, despite facing intense defensive pressure from the Washington Wizards.
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(UPDATED March 11, 2026 07:18 UTC)
In an incredible display of skill, Bam Adebayo scored 83 points during a game at Kaseya Center in Miami on March 10, marking the second-best scoring effort in NBA history and surpassing Kobe Bryant's 81 points. Adebayo's remarkable performance included nine rebounds, three assists, and he made history as the first player to hit 25 free throws and five 3-pointers in a single game. Coach Erik Spoelstra described the night as "absolutely surreal," highlighting Adebayo's ability to face intense defensive pressure while still achieving a career-high, far exceeding his previous best of 41 points.
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(UPDATED March 11, 2026 05:20 UTC)
In an incredible display of skill, Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scored 83 points in a game against the Washington Wizards on March 10, marking the second-highest scoring game in NBA history. Adebayo's performance included breaking multiple records, such as the most free throws made and attempted in a game, while also surpassing the previous Heat single-game record of 61 points set by LeBron James in 2014. The Heat triumphed over the Wizards with a final score of 150 to 129, as Adebayo's remarkable effort was fueled by his determination to exceed his previous career high of 41 points.