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Adam Sandler Visits Miami Heat Training Facility
May 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; American actor Adam Sandler watches from the baseline during the first quarter between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets in game four of the Western Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Iconic actor Adam Sandler was seen at the Miami Heat’s facility dropping dimes across the court. Sandler has starred in many iconic films such as Happy Gilmore, The Water Boy, Grown Ups, and more.  

Sandler was in Miami for his “You're My Best Friend Tour " and made a pit stop to play pickup basketball with Kel’el Ware and Jaime Jaquez Jr (among others/not NBA players). Sandler is highlighted on the official NBA twitter account constantly dropping dimes to young forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. Who is looking to bounce back in year three. 

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The Miami Heat’s official twitter also promoted this link up stating, “Mixtape from this pickup game dropping soon…” Leaving fans excited for the content to come from this link up.

Sandler’s love for basketball isn’t new. He’s often spotted in pickup games with athletes and celebrities, blending laughs with surprisingly sharp court skills. In the movie world, he’s starred in one basketball-centric film that truly stands out: Hustle. Sandler plays a scout in this sports drama, delivering a performance that balances heart, humor, and grit, earning a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Many consider it his strongest sports film, proving he can handle real-life basketball intensity just as well as scripted drama. 

Off the court, Sandler’s accolades speak for themselves: six MTV Movie Awards, twelve Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, nine People’s Choice Awards, three Teen Choice Awards and many other awards and nominations. Whether in Hollywood or on the hardwood, Sandler brings energy, humor, and chaos wherever he goes.   

For Kel’el Ware and Jaime Jaquez Jr., this was more than just a pickup game it was a chance to share the court with one of the most accomplished and down-to-earth actors of all time. Hopefully they enjoyed the experience, picked Sandler’s brain a little, and walked away with a few stories, laughs, and maybe even a tip or two they can use on the court.

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This article first appeared on Miami Heat on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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