Erik Spoelstra, Bam Adebayo Support Terry Rozier After Gambling Arrest

Terry Rozier‘s staff is not abandoning him after his arrest … with Erik Spoelstra and Bam Adebayo exhibiting help for the participant on Friday.

Spoelstra — the Miami Heat head coach since 2008 — addressed reporters at apply … simply 24 hours after his capturing guard was taken into custody.

He initially stated he could not remark a lot as a result of ongoing case … however made it clear Rozier means so much to him and the staff.

“He’s had a real positive impact on our locker room and the staff and players alike, and that includes last year when he wasn’t in the rotation often times. You send our thoughts and care for him as he goes through this,” Spoelstra stated.

Adebayo, a three-time NBA All-Star, was additionally requested about his teammate’s stunning arrest, and he stated he plans to help Rozier by way of the state of affairs … noting the staff misses the power Terry brings to the locker room.

“That’s our brother at the end of the day,” Adebayo stated. “Felt kinda weird him not being here actually, ’cause he’s usually the first person I get to talk to.”

The NBA positioned Rozier — together with Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups — on rapid go away after their arrests.