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Heat’s icy 0-4 start and Bogues honor: Southeast Division roundup
No games in the Southeast Division, but plenty of news: the 0-4 Heat under fire around Bam Adebayo and a major jersey retirement coming for Muggsy Bogues.
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There were no games in the Southeast Division yesterday, but it was still a busy day for two teams. The Heat’s nightmare 0-4 start continues to drive the conversation, while the Hornets announced a major franchise honor for Muggsy Bogues. Elsewhere, the Hawks, Wizards and Magic were quiet.
Miami Heat: Bam Adebayo under the microscope
Still winless at 0-4, the Heat are off to a brutal beginning. CBS Sports already lists Giannis Antetokounmpo’s new team among the early “losers” of the NBA’s opening week, describing Miami as ice cold on offense seven days into the season.
According to Hoops Rumors, relaying reporting from Eric Nehm of The Athletic, Bam Adebayo feels he’s taking an excessive share of the blame for the slow start. The center is currently averaging 11.8 points on 40% shooting from the field, well below last season’s 20.1 points and 44.2% shooting, and he was held to eight points in his most recent outing.
CBS Sports, drawing on comments from Davion Mitchell, also points to the challenge of Adebayo’s offensive fit next to Giannis Antetokounmpo on this revamped Heat roster. The outlet emphasizes how difficult it has been for Adebayo to find room to operate when sharing the floor with Miami’s new star. At 0-4, the Heat sit at the bottom of the division.
Charlotte Hornets: Muggsy Bogues heads to the rafters
In Charlotte, the news is far more celebratory. After retiring Dell Curry’s No. 30 last season, the Hornets announced, per Hoops Rumors, that they will raise Muggsy Bogues’ No. 1 to the rafters.
CBS Sports reports the ceremony is scheduled for February 11, 2027, at halftime of a home game. Bogues, a 5-foot-3 point guard, is described as the shortest player in NBA history, and his jersey will join those of other franchise icons. On the floor, Charlotte has opened the season 3-1, sitting atop the Southeast Division.
Other teams idle
The Atlanta Hawks (2-2), Washington Wizards (2-2), and Orlando Magic (1-2) were all idle and stayed out of the headlines. Atlanta and Washington remain in the middle of the Southeast pack, while Orlando is still trying to find its footing early in the season.