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Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 29, 2025

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Mar 29, 2025 6:43 PM
The Miami Heat, leading the season series 2-0, look to extend their dominance over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday, March 29th at 7:30 PM at the Wells Fargo Center. The struggling 76ers, aiming to break a 6-game skid, will need to find a way to overcome their poor home record (12-23) to secure a much-needed win. Can the Heat's 13-22 road record hold up against the 76ers' desperation for a victory?
Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers

Current Odds

MIA
PHI
Over
215.0
-102
Under
213.5
+100
MIA
-8.0
+102
PHI
+7.5
+100
MIA
ML
-269
PHI
ML
+275

Heat vs 76ers statistics

Stat Heat 76ers
Streak W3 L6
Last Ten Games 3-7 1-9
Points Per Game 109.4 110.0
Rebounds Per Game 42.8 39.3
Assists Per Game 26.2 23.0
Blocks Per Game 3.8 4.3
Steals Per Game 8.0 9.3
Field Goal % 46.2 45.5
Three Point % 36.4 34.5

Philadelphia 76ers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/26/25 vs Washington Wizards L 119-114
3/24/25 @ New Orleans Pelicans L 112-99
3/23/25 @ Atlanta Hawks L 132-119
3/21/25 @ San Antonio Spurs L 128-120
3/19/25 @ Oklahoma City Thunder L 133-100

Miami Heat recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/27/25 vs Atlanta Hawks W 122-112
3/25/25 vs Golden State Warriors W 112-86
3/23/25 vs Charlotte Hornets W 122-105
3/21/25 vs Houston Rockets L 102-98
3/19/25 vs Detroit Pistons L 116-113

Philadelphia 76ers injuries

  • Andre Drummond (C): Out
  • Jalen Hood-Schifino (G): Day-To-Day
  • Lonnie Walker IV (G): Out
  • Kyle Lowry (PG): Out
  • Kelly Oubre Jr. (SG): Out

Miami Heat injuries

  • Alec Burks (SG): Day-To-Day
  • Kevin Love (PF): Out
  • Duncan Robinson (F): Out
  • Andrew Wiggins (SF): Out
  • Nikola Jovic (F): Out

Heat vs 76ers game info

Type Info
Venue Wells Fargo Center
Location Philadelphia, PA
Tip-off Sat 7:30 PM
TV NBC Sports Phil

Heat vs 76ers predictions

As the Miami Heat get ready to hit the court against the Philadelphia 76ers, Tyler Herro seems set to take the spotlight. On any given night, Herro has the potential to light up the scoreboard and dish out assists to his teammates. Bam Adebayo is another Heat player to keep an eye on. Known for his strong rebounding ability, Bam might just dominate the glass, giving Miami a fighting chance in the paint. The dynamic Davion Mitchell also looks promising, ready to deliver in both scoring and playmaking duties. Together, these players are set to perhaps put the Heat in a strong position as they aim to outmatch the 76ers.

Switching gears to the Philadelphia 76ers, they face a noticeable slump without some of their stars, as Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. sit out with injuries. Nevertheless, Quentin Grimes is someone who could step up to the challenge. With his scoring drive and court vision, Grimes might be pivotal in leading the charge for Philly. Meanwhile, Jared Butler has shown moments of brilliance in past games and can offer solid support with his all-around performance. If players like Justin Edwards and Ricky Council can make contributions on both ends, the Sixers could hold their ground (or maybe even upset expectations) against Miami.

When weighing both sides, it's a tough call to predict the winner. Miami certainly has a slight edge with healthier star power while Philadelphia finds itself working with a patchwork lineup. However, games like these often bring surprises and can turn into gritty contests. While the Heat might appear favored, Philly could tap into some home-court energy at the Wells Fargo Center. It's always a delicate dance predicting the complexities of an NBA game, but one thing's for sure, it'll be exciting to see which team rises to the occasion. Who's your pick for the win?

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