Miami Heat play the Philadelphia 76ers on February 25, 2026, at Wells Fargo Center. The standings make this game important. Miami are 30-27 and eighth in the East. Philadelphia are 31-26 and sixth. The gap is small, so this game affects playoff position.Both teams are not at full strength, but their main players are available. That should keep the game competitive. A result here could change how the race for sixth place shapes up.
Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report and Availability (February 26, 2026)
Miami Heat will not have Nikola Jovic because of a back issue. Terry Rozier is away from the team. Davion Mitchell is questionable with illness. Keshad Johnson, Norman Powell, Dru Smith and Andrew Wiggins are all available. Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro are fit.Philadelphia 76ers list Joel Embiid as probable. He is dealing with knee management and shin soreness. Johni Broome is out with a meniscus tear. MarJon Beauchamp is doubtful. Paul George is suspended. Kelly Oubre Jr. is available after his knee problem.
Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers Key Players and Rotation (February 26, 2026)
Miami Heat
• Bam Adebayo (21.2 PTS, 9.9 REB) • Tyler Herro • Andrew Wiggins • Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11.9 PTS, 5.2 REB) • Norman Powell (15.8 PTS) • Nikola Jovic (out)Miami also use players like Pelle Larsson and Kel’el Ware in the rotation.
Philadelphia 76ers
• Tyrese Maxey (25.8 PTS, 6.8 AST) • Joel Embiid (18.9 PTS, probable) • VJ Edgecombe (14 PTS) • Kelly Oubre Jr. (14.7 PTS) • Paul George (suspended)Other options include Quentin Grimes and Adem Bona.
Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers Team Stats
| Stat | Heat (30-27) | Rank | 76ers (31-26) | Rank |
| PPG | 119.7 | 2nd | 116.2 | 20th |
| RPG | 47.1 | 7th | 43.4 | 28th |
| APG | 28.6 | 6th | 24.6 | 6th |
| OPP PPG | 116.8 | 29th | 116.0 | 20th |
| FG% | 46.3% | 20th | 45.8% | 20th |
| 3PT% | 36.1% | 14th | 35.7% | 3rd |
Miami score more points and move the ball well. They also rebound better. Philadelphia score less but rely more on defense and shot blocking. Rebounding is still an issue for them.
Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers Head-to-Head Context
Recent meetings between these teams have been close. Philadelphia have had better results at home. Games between them are usually high scoring. Philadelphia lead Miami by 1.5 games in the standings.
Miami Heat vs Philadelphia 76ers Game Outlook (February 26, 2026)
If Embiid plays, Philadelphia get an advantage inside. Miami will rely on Adebayo in the paint and Herro on the perimeter. Norman Powell will take on more scoring responsibility without Rozier.Tyrese Maxey is expected to lead Philadelphia in scoring. Miami may try to slow the game down. Philadelphia have a slight edge because of home court and their position in the standings.
