The Miami Heat will play the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The Heat have a season record of 31-28 and are looking to bounce back from a recent loss. Head Coach Erik Spoelstra will lead the team as they aim to improve their 14-17 away record.
The Philadelphia 76ers hold a 32-26 record this season. They have won their last two games and look to continue their good form under Head Coach Nick Nurse. The 76ers are ranked sixth in the Eastern Conference and will play at home, where they have a 15-15 record. Fans can catch the game on NBCS.
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Miami Heat Team Preview
Miami Heat recently had mixed results in their games. They lost to the Milwaukee Bucks by 11 points with a score of 128-117. In that game, Andrew Wiggins contributed 16 points, while Norman Powell added 26 points. Bam Adebayo also played a key role with 18 points and 9 rebounds.
In a recent win, the Heat outscored the Memphis Grizzlies by 16 points, ending with a score of 136-120. Andrew Wiggins led the team with 28 points, while Norman Powell added 25 points. Kel’el Ware stood out with 15 rebounds and contributed 11 points.
The Miami Heat’s season stats show they score 120 points per game, ranking second in the league. They are first in possessions per game, but their field goal percentage is 46.3, ranking 18th. Defensively, they allow 117.1 points per game, placing them at 20th in the league.
Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have been on a roll in their recent games, winning two out of their last three matchups. They scored 135 points in both victories, defeating the Indiana Pacers by 21 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves by 27. Tyrese Maxey has been a standout player, scoring 32 and 39 points in these games.
On the season, the 76ers rank 11th in points per game with an average of 116.6. They have a strong presence at the free-throw line, ranking third in free throws made per game. However, they face challenges in field goal percentage, standing 23rd with a rate of 46.0%.
Joel Embiid is managing a knee injury but is probable to play. Meanwhile, Paul George is out due to a suspension, and Johni Broome is sidelined with a knee injury. Despite these setbacks, the 76ers rely on Maxey and Embiid to lead the team.
PPH Betting Prediction
The 76ers are favored by 2.5 points against the Heat. The Heat have a strong offensive game, ranking 2nd in points per game. However, their defense allows many points, ranking 20th in points allowed.
The 76ers have a balanced team, ranking 11th in points per game. Their defense is slightly better than the Heat’s, allowing 115.9 points per game. The 76ers also have a strong free-throw game, ranking 4th in free throw percentage.
The Heat play at a fast pace, leading the league in possessions per game. This could lead to a high-scoring game, but their defense might struggle to contain the 76ers. The 76ers’ overall balance gives them an edge in this matchup, making them a safer bet.
- PPH Pick: 76ers -2.5
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