History of Bam Adebayo in Timeline

Edrice Femi "Bam" Adebayo is a prominent American professional basketball player currently with the Miami Heat. Drafted 14th overall in 2017 after a stint with the Kentucky Wildcats, Adebayo has become a key player for the Heat. He is a three-time NBA All-Star and a five-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection, demonstrating his impact on both ends of the court. Adebayo played a crucial role in the Heat's NBA Finals appearances in 2020 and 2023. Further solidifying his success, he earned gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in 2020 and 2024.

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July 18, 1997: Bam Adebayo's Birth

On July 18, 1997, Edrice Femi "Bam" Adebayo was born.

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2014: Heat's Last Finals Appearance Since 2014

In the NBA Playoffs, Bam helped lead the Heat to their first finals appearance since 2014.

November 17, 2015: Commitment to the University of Kentucky

On November 17, 2015, Bam Adebayo committed to play basketball at the University of Kentucky, joining fellow freshmen Malik Monk, De'Aaron Fox, and Wenyen Gabriel.

2015: MVP at Under Armour Elite 24 game

In 2015, Bam Adebayo competed at the NBPA Top 100 Camp and was named MVP at the Under Armour Elite 24 game.

January 2016: McDonald's All-American Game and Jordan Brand Classic

In January 2016, Bam Adebayo played in the 2016 McDonald's All-American Game and Jordan Brand Classic.

December 7, 2016: Adebayo's Game Performance Against Valparaiso

On December 7, 2016, Bam Adebayo scored 16 points and grabbed 7 rebounds in Kentucky's 87-67 victory over Valparaiso.

2016: Adebayo's Performance during the 2016-17 season

During the 2016-17 season, Bam Adebayo played 38 games for Kentucky and averaged 13.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game.

2016: High School Ranking

In 2016, Bam Adebayo was rated a five-star recruit and considered one of the best high school prospects of the 2016 class, ranking as the No. 5 overall recruit and No. 2 power forward.

February 21, 2017: Adebayo's Performance Against Missouri

On February 21, 2017, Bam Adebayo scored 22 points and secured 15 rebounds in Kentucky's 72-62 victory against Missouri.

March 12, 2017: SEC Championship Win

On March 12, 2017, Bam Adebayo secured nine rebounds, contributing to the Kentucky Wildcats' 82-65 victory over Arkansas, securing the SEC Championship.

June 22, 2017: Drafted by the Miami Heat

On June 22, 2017, Bam Adebayo was selected as the 14th overall pick in the NBA draft by the Miami Heat.

2017: Adebayo Drafted by Miami Heat

In 2017, Bam Adebayo was selected by the Miami Heat with the 14th overall pick in the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats.

November 25, 2018: Career High Rebounds

On November 25, 2018, Bam Adebayo recorded a career-high 21 rebounds along with 16 points in a 125-115 loss to the Toronto Raptors.

December 10, 2019: First Career Triple-Double

On December 10, 2019, Bam Adebayo achieved his first career triple-double, scoring a career-high 30 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists in a 135-121 overtime victory against the Atlanta Hawks.

2019: Most Improved Player Award Runner-Up

At the end of the 2019-20 NBA season, Bam Adebayo finished as runner-up in the voting for the Most Improved Player Award.

2019: Cut from the United States national team

In 2019, Bam Adebayo was cut from the United States national team for the World Cup.

November 28, 2020: Contract Extension with the Heat

On November 28, 2020, Bam Adebayo signed a five-year, $163 million contract extension with the Miami Heat.

2020: Named to the Olympic team and won a gold medal

In 2020, Adebayo was named to the United States 2020 Olympic team and won a gold medal.

2020: NBA Finals Appearance and All-Defensive Team Selection

In 2020, Bam Adebayo helped lead the Heat to their first NBA Finals appearance since 2014 but ultimately lost to the Los Angeles Lakers. Adebayo was also named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team and finished fifth in voting for the Defensive Player of the Year Award.

2020: NBA Finals and Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Bam Adebayo helped the Miami Heat reach the NBA Finals and won a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team.

2020: Death of Adebayo's Father

In 2020, John Adebayo, Bam Adebayo's father, passed away in Nigeria.

January 23, 2021: Career-High Points

On January 23, 2021, Bam Adebayo scored a career-high 41 points and delivered nine assists in a 128–124 loss against the Brooklyn Nets.

December 7, 2021: Thumb Surgery

On December 7, 2021, Bam Adebayo underwent right thumb surgery and was sidelined for 4-6 weeks.

May 21, 2022: Game 3 Performance Against Celtics

On May 21, 2022, in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Bam Adebayo scored 31 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, dished out 6 assists, and had 4 steals in a 109–103 win over the Boston Celtics.

November 25, 2022: Season-High Points

On November 25, 2022, Bam Adebayo scored a season-high 38 points and secured 12 rebounds in a 110-107 victory over the Washington Wizards.

February 2, 2023: Named to Second NBA All-Star Game

On February 2, 2023, Bam Adebayo was selected to participate in his second NBA All-Star Game.

November 6, 2023: Triple-Double Performance Against the Lakers

On November 6, 2023, Bam Adebayo recorded a triple-double with 22 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 108-107 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

2023: NBA Finals with the Heat

In 2023, Bam Adebayo helped the Miami Heat reach the NBA Finals.

2023: Led the Heat in Scoring and Rebounding in the NBA Finals

In the 2023 NBA Finals, which the Heat lost to the Denver Nuggets, Bam Adebayo led the Heat in scoring and rebounding, averaging 21.8 points and 12.4 rebounds.

January 15, 2024: Named NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week

On January 15, 2024, Bam Adebayo was named the NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the games played from January 8 to 14, marking his second career NBA Player of the Week award.

April 24, 2024: Game 2 Performance Against Celtics

On April 24, 2024, in Game 2 of the first round of the playoffs against the Boston Celtics, Bam Adebayo scored 21 points and secured 10 rebounds in a 111-101 victory.

July 6, 2024: Contract Extension with the Heat

On July 6, 2024, Bam Adebayo signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Miami Heat.

2024: Committed to play for the US National team at the Olympics and won a gold medal.

In 2024, Adebayo, after considering playing for the Nigerian team, committed to play for the US National team at the Olympics. Team USA would go on to win the gold medal in a rematch against France.