Quick Info
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 18/07/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Newark, New Jersey, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about Bam Adebayo
18/10/2026
Adebayo missed the Heat's final preseason games in October 2026 because of right groin tightness, a cautious step as Miami builds its new frontcourt alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo. He returned to full practice on 18/10/2026 and said he expected to be ready for the Heat's 2026-27 regular-season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves on 21/10/2026.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Edrice Femi Adebayo, known as Bam, is an American NBA center and power forward who has spent his entire professional career with the Miami Heat, which selected him in the first round of the 2017 draft. |
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| Nickname origin | Often linked to the Flintstones character Bamm-Bamm Rubble |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
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| Weight | 260 lb (118 kg) |
| Jersey Number | 13 |
| Position | Center / Power forward |
Educational Qualification(s)
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Personal Life
| Heritage | Of Nigerian descent |
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| Full Name | Edrice Femi Adebayo |
Relationships & More
| Agent | Alex Saratsis |
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Family
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Career
| Draft | 2017 NBA Draft, 1st round, 14th overall pick by the Miami Heat |
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| Contract | Signed a five-year contract extension with the Heat in November 2020 |
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| Recent Season (2025–26) | Averaged 20.1 points, 10.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists over 73 regular-season games |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He reportedly stood 6 ft 6 in by age 13, which helped him become a dominant young player. | |
| 2. He has been named captain of the Miami Heat. | |
| 3. He has averaged at least 18 points and nine rebounds per game in six straight regular seasons. |
