"When one thinks of Miami's roster, it's not hard to envision why rim protection is an issue at times. Bam Adebayo does a lot of good things on the defensive side, but he's not a shot blocker. Kel'el Ware started to come along during the back half of last year, but Miami doesn't really have a second big man to rotate for him."
"For Achiuwa, he was okay enough around the rim, but he wasn't elite. Last year, opposing shooters averaged 63.5% against Achiuwa inside six feet. For context, Washington was 17th in the NBA with a team average of 63.5% against inside six feet. Achiuwa is a capable rebounder and a decent option to find down low for some points. When he took zero or just one dribble, his field goal percentage was 56%."
Precious Achiuwa agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin the Miami Heat after two seasons with the New York Knicks. Miami used its 15th roster spot on a 6'8" forward, signaling a likelihood of more small-ball lineups in 2025-26. The Heat lacked rim protection in 2024-25, finishing last in blocks per game and allowing opponents to shoot 65.7% inside six feet. Bam Adebayo is not a shot blocker, and Miami lacks a consistent second big to rotate with Kel'el Ware. Achiuwa averaged 6.6 points and 5.6 rebounds and defended inside the paint at a 63.5% opponent rate.
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