Bam Adebayo (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Juneteenth marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. People from all backgrounds across America come together to honor this significant day. As NBA fans eagerly awaited news about how their favorite players would commemorate Juneteenth, Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo revealed his unique plans.

While many NBA players attended Kendrick Lamar’s “The Pop Out” concert to celebrate, Adebayo took a different approach. He responded to a fan’s question on X (formerly Twitter) about his Juneteenth plans, humorously writing, “Idk, probably be Black.”

The Juneteenth holiday marks the day in 1865 when enslaved black individuals in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their emancipation. Juneteenth was first observed in African American communities in the South, but it has progressively come to be recognized nationwide. Texas declared Juneteenth a state holiday in 1979, and since then, it has been observed as a holiday in 41 other states and the District of Columbia.

Bam Adebayo’s Juneteenth Reply Becomes a Social Media Sensation

Bam Adebayo’s humorous and empowering response to his Juneteenth plans has taken the internet by storm. This light-hearted comment acknowledged the significance of the holiday and his identity.

Fans quickly flooded social media with reactions to Adebayo’s comment. Many embraced his response as a powerful and authentic way to celebrate Juneteenth. It sparked positive feedback, showing that his simple yet meaningful statement had a wide-reaching impact.

Meanwhile, in addition to his off-court personality, Adebayo had an impressive season on the court. According to ESPN, he averaged 19.3 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game. His efforts earned him a spot in his third All-Star game.