In the world of sports, hot takes have become a massive cultural trend, especially in recent years. Whether it comes from fans or media personnel, they are unavoidable. However, certain takes could be considered out of reach.

In a recent episode of the "Road Trippin' Show," hosted by Allie Clifton, along with former NBA champions Channing Frye, Richard Jefferson, and Kendrick Perkins, they gave their own hot takes for this season. One of them broke the internet with an intriguing one.

"Bam Adebayo will not be in a Miami Heat jersey at the end of this year," Perkins said. "I believe it's time. We see what this kid, Ware, is doing. I believe Miami is nowhere close to being a playoff team. I never want to doubt Erik Spoelstra, but that roster stinks."

Adebayo has been the heart and soul of the Heat franchise since he was drafted in 2017. He is regarded as one of the best defenders in the league and has shown improvements on the offensive side each year.

Last season could be considered a downward year for Adebayo, given his standards. He averaged 18.1 points, 9.6 points, 4.3 assists, 1.3 steals, and shot 48.5 percent from the field, 35.7 percent from three-point range in 78 appearances.

There was tons of drama surrounding the Heat, especially with the entire Jimmy Butler contract dispute. It appeared to have taken a huge toll on the team, both emotionally and mentally. Even after his departure at the trade deadline, the Heat went through stretches of struggles.

They ended up making the playoffs as a 10th seed in the Eastern Conference, winning two play-in tournament games on the road, only to get swept in the first round of the playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Heat's roster this season is much younger compared to recent years. The organization will rely on Nikola Jovic, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel'el Ware, and Pelle Larsson to help elevate the team towards contention. However, it is difficult to compete for a championship with a young roster.

"Bam is at the point where he needs to be on a contender," Perkins added. "He is a valuable piece on a title contender."

Adebayo played a significant role in the Heat's recent deep playoff runs, including three Eastern Conference Finals and two NBA Finals appearances over the last six years.

The window of opportunity to truly compete for a championship could shut at any moment. It may appear that way for the Heat, currently, as the organization begins its first season without Butler on the roster.

However, certain circumstances could fall in the Heat's favor this season.

The Eastern Conference is viewed as "wide open," leaving an opportunity for any team to leap by surprise. Also, the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers will be without their superstars, Jayson Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton, for the year, which leaves their contention status in the air.

The Heat have great young talent that could help them compete. Ware has been playing like a monster during the preseason and Jaquez Jr. is seeking redemption after experiencing a sophomore slump. He also appeared to find his rhythm throughout the preseason.

The Heat brought in new pieces from summer acquisitions in Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio. They can provide a strong spark for the team and boost the offense. Even without All-Star guard Tyler Herro, who is expected to miss an early portion of the season due to surgical recovery, the Heat have the pieces to be a really good team.

It would take drastic results of underperformance for Adebayo to want out of the organization he's grown so much with. Rumors were circulating during the summer linking him to the Los Angeles Lakers. However, nothing serious came to fruition.

Also, Adebayo is under contract until the summer of 2028, when he will decide whether or not to pick up his $57.77 million player option. The three-time All-Star signed a three-year, $161.35 million contract extension with the Heat last summer, which kicks in next year.

There is a long path ahead before the next trade deadline, but for Adebayo to not finish the season in a Heat jersey would be as insane as the Luka Doncic Lakers trade.