The Miami Heat defeated the Phoenix Suns on Monday, making it three games in a row that they have won.
Seven out of the eight players scored in double digits. But Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler received much of the attention from the crowd.
On Monday night, Adebayo ended with 30 points, ten rebounds, and one assist. His 30 points included 12 free throws. Adebayo was criticized heavily for not being aggressive enough when scoring goals. These kinds of nights provide a glimpse of his true potential. His 14 points in the last round helped Miami recover from a double-digit deficit.
Butler had averaged 16 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists at the game’s conclusion. But what got the crowd excited was his game-winning block on Devin Booker.
He even garnered similarities between Chris Bosh and Michael Jordan for his late-game defensive performance.
After a rocky start to the season, performances like these inspire hope in the fans.
One supporter commented, “This team showed a peek of the Heat team from last season.” “With the score down by 13 in the fourth, Bam dominates. Jimmy Butler and Kyle Lowry each hit crucial threes to secure the victory. In our last seven games, we are 5-2—the year’s best achievement.
The Heat will play the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., appearing to have recovered from their sluggish start.