NBA: Atlanta Hawks vs Miami Heat Injury Reports, Predicted Lineups, and Starting 5s

On Sunday, the Miami Heat will face the Atlanta Hawks in a first-round clash of the 2022 NBA Playoffs. Despite their highs from last season, the Hawks have had a poor regular season so far. They were a play-in team for a while before securing the eighth seed in the East by winning seven of their last ten games. The Heat, on the other hand, has been arguably the most consistent club in the Eastern Conference. They concluded with a two-game lead over the second-seeded Boston Celtics in the East. Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, who has been outstanding this season, will be relied upon by Miami.

Injury Update for the Atlanta Hawks

Clint Capela and Lou Williams will be unavailable for the Hawks. Williams is out with a back issue, while the former is sidelined with a knee injury. Due to a foot ailment, John Collins is uncertain.

Injuries to the Miami Heat

Due to calf, hip, and ankle injuries, PJ Tucker, Markieff Morris, and Dewayne Dedmon are all questionable. Due to a toe ailment, Gabe Vincent is categorized as likely.

Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat Lineups Predicted

Atlanta Hawks

The backcourt will be led by Trae Young and Kevin Heurter. DeAndre Hunter and John Collins will handle the frontcourt if the latter is cleared to play. If Clint Capela isn't available, Onyeka Okongwu will start at the center.

Miami Heat

If PJ Tucker misses out, the Heat's starting guards should be Kyle Lowry and Max Strus, while the Heat's forwards may be Jimmy Butler and Duncan Robinson. Bam Adebayo should be the starting center.

Predicted Starting 5s for Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat

Atlanta Hawks

G - Trae Young; G - Kevin Huerter; F - De'Andre Hunter; F - Danilo Gallinari; C - Onyeka Okongwu.

Miami Heat

G - Kyle Lowry; G - Max Strus; F - Jimmy Butler; F - Duncan Robinson; C - Bam Adebayo.