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Heat's Erik Spoelstra Blasts 'Dangerous' Hornets Play on Bam Adebayo

Heat's Erik Spoelstra Blasts 'Dangerous' Hornets Play on Bam Adebayo

Summary

The Miami Heat lost a crucial NBA play-in game to the Charlotte Hornets 127-126, ending their season. During the game, Heat player Bam Adebayo was injured after Hornets' LaMelo Ball appeared to trip him, but no foul was called.

Key Facts

  • The Miami Heat were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing to the Charlotte Hornets in a play-in game.
  • LaMelo Ball of the Hornets seemingly swiped at Bam Adebayo's leg, causing Adebayo to fall and get injured.
  • No foul was called on the play because the referees could not review it after a change of possession.
  • Adebayo left the game with a lower back injury and did not return.
  • Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra described the trip as dangerous and said Ball should have been penalized or ejected.
  • Despite losing their star player, the Heat played hard and nearly won the game in overtime.
  • The Hornets will advance to face another rival for a spot in the NBA playoffs.
  • The Heat’s season is now officially over following this loss.
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