"Powell leads the Heat in scoring because the team lacks superstars (no, Bam Adebayo is not a superstar), which is to Powell's advantage. It's to his advantage because it proves that last year wasn't a fluke, and it also shines a spotlight on him on a team that doesn't have anyone worthy of a spotlight right now. Powell is putting together a career year in points (24.4), and because he's been so crucial to keeping the Heat above water"
"The Los Angeles Lakers began the season without LeBron James in the lineup, and furthermore, Luka Dončić was in and out of the lineup to start the campaign. Reaves simply stepped up and kept the Lakers from starting the season poorly. Yes, Reaves is averaging 26.6 points per game, but how he took the Lakers on his back early played a significant role in his recent NBA All-Star voting numbers."
"Powell's situation is similar to Reaves' in that the Heat sharpshooter - a role player like his Lakers counterpart - has played the season without Tyler Herro (except for six games) and with Adebayo having his worst statistical year since the 2019-20 season. Powell is doing more with less, because at least last year, James Harden was healthy and playing alongside him."
Norman Powell is leading the Miami Heat in scoring at 24.4 points per game while functioning as a role player rather than a designated superstar. Powell's scoring surge has been crucial to the Heat's 20-16 record and recent climb back toward the Eastern Conference top eight. The Heat lack clear superstar talent, and Powell has filled that offensive void, performing without Tyler Herro for most of the season and during Bam Adebayo's down statistical year. The comparison to Austin Reaves highlights how stepping up in a thin roster elevates All-Star candidacy. Powell previously earned All-Star consideration with the Clippers and is replicating that impact now.
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