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Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Miami Heat visit the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena in a Sunday matinee clash. Miami enters at 10-6 after a dominant win over Chicago, while Philadelphia sits at 9-6 following Tyrese Maxey’s career-high 54-point performance against Milwaukee. Bettors will weigh the Heat’s offensive firepower against the Sixers’ resilience without Joel Embiid.
Line Movement and Odds
- 76ers Spread: -1.5 (-109)
- Heat Spread: +1.5 (-113)
- 76ers MoneyLine: -120
- Heat MoneyLine: +100
- Total: 240.0 (Over -112, Under -112)
Philadelphia opened as slight home favorites, reflecting Maxey’s form and Miami’s road challenge. See full NBA odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Miami Heat Outlook
Kel’el Ware posted 20 points and 14 rebounds in the rout of Chicago, extending his streak of double-digit boards to seven games. Bam Adebayo added 18 points, while Miami’s depth shined with eight players scoring in double figures. The Heat lead the NBA in scoring (124.8 points per game) and pace (105.9 possessions per game), ranking fourth in three-point shooting (38.3%). Norman Powell strained his groin and is questionable, but Miami’s depth remains a strength.
Philadelphia 76ers Outlook
Tyrese Maxey averages 33.4 points per game and logged 54 against Milwaukee, playing 47 minutes on the second night of a back-to-back. Paul George returned from injury with 21 points, showing signs of progress. The Sixers rank seventh in three-point shooting (37.7%) and sixth in the East standings. Without Joel Embiid (knee), Maxey’s scoring and George’s return are critical to Philadelphia’s success.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The Heat must continue their balanced scoring and exploit Philadelphia’s interior without Embiid. The Sixers need Maxey to carry the offense and George to provide secondary scoring. Transition defense and three-point shooting efficiency will decide this high-paced battle.
Injuries / Availability
Philadelphia lists Joel Embiid (knee) out, with Paul George returning from knee surgery. For full player status, check the 76ers injury report.
Miami lists Norman Powell (groin) questionable, with Bam Adebayo healthy despite a minor shooting slump. See the Heat injury page for latest updates.
Environment
The game tips at Xfinity Mobile Arena, where Philadelphia is 6-2 at home. Miami is 4-4 on the road, but enters with momentum from a three-game win streak. Expect a fast-paced contest with playoff implications in the East.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Heat 123, 76ers 120
- Best Bet: Heat +1.5 (-113)
Miami’s scoring depth and pace make them strong underdogs to cover. - Total: Under 240.0 (-112)
Our model projects 243 points, leaning slightly under given Philadelphia’s defensive metrics.
Miami’s balanced attack should edge Philadelphia, though Maxey’s brilliance keeps it close. Expect a competitive, high-scoring game trending just under the total.
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