This Heat-Magic Trade Sends Mo Bamba To Miami

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Why The Miami Heat Do The Deal 

Meanwhile, Adebayo has been facing the same questions throughout his career. “Are we sure he’s really a center? At 6’9, shouldn’t he move to the 4?”. 

Frankly, we think those questions are overstated. The Heat routinely put a quality defense around Adebayo. On the other hand, a shift to the 4 could be appropriate – with the right 5 behind him, hat s. 

Bamba could be that 5. For his flaws, he remains an excellent rim protector in drop coverage. It’s not hard to imagine Adebayo freelancing behind him, feasting on passing lanes and weakside blocks. 

Offensively, the pair works as well. With Bamba spacing the floor, Adebayo’s poor shooting is offset. Just as importantly, he’ll have open lanes for his elite playmaking to thrive in.

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All told, this deal should make the Heat better in 2022-23. 

What does it do for the Magic? 

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