On Nov. 13, USA Today reported that 133-121 Miami Heat victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers featured 37 points apiece from Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
The performance puts the current duo alongside LeBron James and Dwyane Wade as the only pairs in franchise history to score over 35 points in the same game. Antetokounmpo added nine rebounds during the NBA Cup matchup at the Kaseya Center, while Adebayo notched 14 boards for a double-double.
Joining Franchise History
James and Wade previously reached the 35-point threshold twice together after James joined Miami in 2010. During a defeat against the Chicago Bulls on March 14, 2012, James contributed 35 points while Wade put up 36. They accomplished the feat again on Feb. 26, 2013, when James had 40 points and Wade scored 39 in a double-overtime win over the Sacramento Kings. Those two star-driven rosters went on to win back-to-back championships in 2012 and 2013.
In the win over Cleveland, Davion Mitchell contributed 22 points and matched his career high with 17 assists for Miami. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 25 points, seven assists, and four rebounds.
First Season in Miami
Antetokounmpo is playing his first season in Miami following a blockbuster trade with the Milwaukee Bucks. That deal involved Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Kasparas Jakučionis. The 15th overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft spent his entire career with Milwaukee prior to seeking a fresh start, winning two league MVPs, earning 10 All-Star selections, and capturing the 2021 NBA Finals MVP title.
Antetokounmpo is averaging 27.7 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game this season. Currently appearing in his tenth campaign entirely with the Heat, Adebayo records averages of 17.8 points, 8.4 boards, 3.3 assists, and a personal-best 2.2 steals per contest.
Upcoming Matchup Against Milwaukee
Antetokounmpo will face his former team for the first time on Nov. 18. The Heat are hosting that game as part of “A Night in Vice City” promotion for the upcoming “Grand Theft Auto 6” video game.
Antetokounmpo has been dealing with a wrist sprain, though he is expected to handle a normal workload as he looks to extend his streak of double-doubles with at least 20 points and 10 rebounds.
Which Players Scored over 35 Points and Upcoming Matchups?
Which players in Miami Heat history scored over 35 points in the same game?
Prior to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, only LeBron James and Dwyane Wade accomplished the feat for the franchise, doing so twice during the 2012 and 2013 seasons.
What were Davion Mitchell’s stats against Cleveland?
Davion Mitchell recorded 22 points and tied his career high with 17 assists during the Nov. 13 victory.
When does Antetokounmpo face the Milwaukee Bucks?
Antetokounmpo is scheduled to play his former team for the first time on Nov. 18 when the Heat host the matchup.
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