Bam Adebayo Draws Attention for Golden Knights Support in NHL Playoffs
Summary
NBA player Bam Adebayo showed support for the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights during their playoff run, wearing their jersey at a game with his girlfriend, WNBA star A’ja Wilson. Some fans criticized him for backing a team outside of Florida, where his NBA team, the Miami Heat, is based.Key Facts
- Bam Adebayo is an NBA All-Star who plays for the Miami Heat.
- He attended a Vegas Golden Knights NHL playoff game wearing their jersey.
- His girlfriend, A’ja Wilson, is a WNBA player for the Las Vegas Aces.
- The Golden Knights won the game 5-3 and took a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference Final.
- Some fans and the Florida Panthers NHL team criticized Adebayo for supporting a non-Florida hockey team.
- The Miami Heat and Florida Panthers both missed their respective playoffs this season.
- Adebayo’s support is linked to his girlfriend’s connection to Las Vegas sports.
- Fans on social media called him a “Bamwagon fan” as a joke about changing team loyalty.
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