SUMMARY
- The Philadelphia 76ers take on the Miami Heat tonight.
- Joel Embiid is listed as questionable for this game.
Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers will be taking on Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat tonight. As the majority of NBA fans should be aware, Embiid missed quite a few games this season and underwent surgery for a meniscus injury on his knee. In his absence, the 76ers struggled to remain relevant and currently hold a record of 41 wins and 35 losses.
On the other hand, the defending Eastern Conference champions have not been doing too well this season themselves and currently hold the 6th position in the East with a record of 42 wins and 33 losses. As the 76ers and Heat get ready to face off, fans might want to know more about the injury reports and expected rosters for this game. Additionally, a prediction regarding the outcome will also be made.
Joel Embiid is listed as questionable for the Philadelphia 76ers vs Miami Heat game tonight
76ers fans must be disappointed to hear that Embiid is yet to return to peak condition and does not look completely healthy for this game against the Miami Heat. After all, Embiid is the reigning MVP and was on the verge of leading the 76ers to hold one of the best records in the East prior to getting injured.
Philadelphia 76ers injury report
- Joel Embiid (questionable)
- Tobias Harris (questionable)
- Robert Covington (out)
- De’Anthony Melton (out)
- Mo Bamba (questionable)
- Tyrese Maxey (questionable)
Philadelphia 76ers expected roster
- Kyle Lowry
- Cameron Payne
- Tobias Harris
- Kelly Oubre Jr.
- Joel Embiid
Miami Heat injury report
- Jimmy Butler (probable)
- Tyler Herro (out)
- Josh Richardson (out)
Miami Heat expected roster
- Terry Rozier
- Duncan Robinson
- Jimmy Butler
- Nikola Jovic
- Bam Adebayo
While both sides appear to be dealing with a fair share of injuries, one could argue that the Miami Heat are in a better situation when compared to the 76ers. Be that as it may, here are the predictions for this game.
Can the Heat get a win over Embiid and the 76ers?
Considering that the Miami Heat have gotten the better of the Philadelphia 76ers in the past, it is no stretch to claim that they will be favored to win this game. Not only do the Heat have a better record and fewer injuries, the team also has momentum on their side and is currently on a 3-game winning streak with their most recent victory coming against the New York Knicks.