Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo delivered a historic performance for the Miami Heat on Friday.
Both stars scored 37 points in a 133-121 victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The duo joined LeBron James and Dwyane Wade as the only players in franchise history to score more than 35 points in the same game, according to the NBA.
Antetokounmpo also recorded nine rebounds, while Adebayo secured 14 boards to earn a double-double during the NBA Cup matchup.
Davion Mitchell contributed significantly to the winning effort by adding 22 points and 17 assists, a performance that matched his career high.
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 25 points, seven assists, and four rebounds.
The historic scoring feat mirrors the success of James and Wade, who achieved the mark twice while playing together in Miami.
The pair first accomplished the milestone on March 14, 2012, in a loss to the Chicago Bulls, as noted in league records.
They reached the mark again on February 26, 2013, during a double-overtime win against the Sacramento Kings.
This season marks the first for Antetokounmpo in Miami following a major blockbuster trade with the Milwaukee Bucks.
The trade involved several players, including Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr., as Antetokounmpo sought a fresh start after a decorated tenure in Milwaukee.
Throughout his career, he has secured two league MVP awards and a 2021 NBA Finals MVP title.
The victory on Friday reinforces the Heat’s reputation for developing and utilizing dynamic duos to secure high-stakes wins.
The team continues its pursuit of success in the ongoing season while integrating new talent into the established roster.