Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers: NBA Playoffs – Game 1; Match Prediction, Injury Report & Players to watch out for

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 20: Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat looks on against the New York Knicks during the first half at American Airlines Arena on December 20, 2019 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Match Preview: Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers

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The Miami Heat will face the Philadelphia 76ers on 2nd May 2022, in what will be the first game of their series in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals.

Miami closed out the Atlanta Hawks in 5 games in the 1st round, while it took the 76ers 6 games to get past the Toronto Raptors in their first-round match. Miami will have the edge coming into this game as Joel Embiid will be unavailable to play the first two games of the series.

Injury Report:

_{Sixers center Joel Embiid against the Chicago Bulls on Monday, March 7, 2022 in Philadelphia.}

Miami:

PLAYER	POSITION	UPDATED	INJURY	INJURY STATUS
Tyler Herro	PG	Sun, May 1	Illness	Game Time Decision
Max Strus	SG	Sun, May 1	Hamstring	Game Time Decision
Jimmy Butler	SF	Sun, May 1	Knee	Game Time Decision
Markieff Morris	PF	Sun, May 1	Illness	Game Time Decision
Kyle Lowry	PG	Sun, May 1	Hamstring	Expected to be out until at least May 4
P.J. Tucker	PF	Fri, Apr 29	Calf	Game Time Decision
Caleb Martin	SF	Fri, Apr 29	Ankle	Game Time Decision

Source: CBS Sports

76ers:

PLAYER	POSITION	UPDATED	INJURY	INJURY STATUS
Joel Embiid	C	Sun, May 1	Orbital	Expected to be out until at least May 6
Charles Bassey	C	Sun, May 1	Shoulder	Game Time Decision

Source: CBS Sports

Players to watch out for in Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers

James Harden – 76ers

With Embiid out injured, all the pressure will be on James Harden. He’ll need to step up and lead his team from the front to give the 76ers a chance to win this game, otherwise, Miami will blow them out.

Jimmy Butler – Miami

Jimmy Butler has elevated his game to the next level during these playoffs, and he will be expected to carry that same form against his old team.

Match Prediction & Telecast Details:

_{nbaMiami Heat center Bam Adebayo takes the ball down court during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)}

Miami will certainly be the heavy favorite to win this game as they are playing at home, and the 76ers are without their best player in Joel Embiid.

Prediction: