Spoelstra Celebrates Milestone: 800 Wins with the Heat
Erik Spoelstra achieved a major milestone by winning his 800th game as head coach of the Miami Heat, defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 106-103 on November 26, 2025. This victory places Spoelstra among an elite group of NBA coaches.
Spoelstra Joins Elite Company
With this win, Spoelstra became the 17th coach in NBA history to reach 800 career victories. He is also just the third coach to attain this feat with a single franchise, joining legends Gregg Popovich and Jerry Sloan.
Game Highlights
- Tyler Herro led the Heat with 29 points.
- Bam Adebayo contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds.
- Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins, and Kel’el Ware each scored 11 points.
Miami improved its record to 3-1 in NBA Cup games and 9-1 at home this season. They are positioned to win Group C if the Bucks can defeat the New York Knicks in an upcoming game.
Bucks Struggling Without Giannis
For Milwaukee, Ryan Rollins topped the scoring with 26 points, followed by Myles Turner with 24 and Gary Trent Jr. with 15 points. The Bucks, who are the defending champions of the NBA Cup, have now lost six consecutive games, with their last four losses coming during the absence of star player Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Looking Ahead
Giannis missed his fourth straight game due to a strained left adductor. However, he participated in shootaround and completed a pregame workout, signaling a potential return. Bucks coach Doc Rivers noted the need for his team to adapt to situations without Giannis on the floor.
Spoelstra expressed deep gratitude for the organization and his experiences over the years, emphasizing his passion for coaching and working with talented players and staff. His 800th career win is a testament to his enduring success with the Miami Heat.
