In Spoelstra’s eyes, Adebayo generated that good karma by finding other ways to make an impact even during his early-season shooting slump. While his points and shooting efficiency is down so far, he’s averaging a career-high three offensive rebounds, two steals and 1.3 blocks per game this season.

The Miami Heat head to Indiana eyeing an opportunity to bounce back. Having lost three of their last four, the Heat are only 1.5 games out of third place in the East, where only all but three teams sit under .500 entering Friday. Miami can also heighten its chase for the Emirate NBA Cup.