"They will also be without their most impactful defensive rebounder in Adebayo. The 6-foot-9 big man is not only elite at boxing other big men out, but he's a very good out-of-area rebounder for his size. His impact on the glass goes far beyond the box score, where he's averaged 9.7 rebounds (7.4 defensive rebounds) per game since becoming a full-time starter in 2019-20."
"The Miami Heat have consistently been one of the best defensive rebounding teams in the sport over the last decade. With Adebayo on the court, the Heat haul in 75.1 percent of their defensive rebounds, ranking in the 86th percentile, according to Cleaning The Glass. Without their star big, that number craters to 64.1 percent (4th percentile). That 11 percent on-off difference in DRB% ranks in the 99th percentile."
Bam Adebayo suffered a toe sprain and was seen in a walking boot, creating uncertainty about his return. The Miami Heat lack interior depth and cannot afford an extended absence. Historically strong on defensive rebounds, Miami ranks No. 17 in defensive rebounding rate this season. Adebayo averages 9.7 rebounds (7.4 defensive) per game and excels at boxing out and rebounding away from the rim. With Adebayo, the Heat secure 75.1 percent of defensive rebounds (86th percentile); without him that falls to 64.1 percent (4th percentile). Kel'el Ware must improve on boxing out to help mitigate the drop-off.
Read at Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog
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