NBA: Philadelphia 76ers vs Miami Heat Injury Reports, Predicted Lineups, and Starting 5s

On Monday night, the Miami Heat will play the Philadelphia 76ers at FTX Arena in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. The 76ers are coming off a 4-2 first-round series victory over the Toronto Raptors, which they led 3-0 at the start of the series. Joel Embiid led the squad in scoring and rebounding throughout the series, averaging 26.2 points and 11.3 rebounds per game. With 19 points and 10.2 assists in the series, James Harden also had a double-double. In the previous round, the Heat had a very easy series against the Atlanta Hawks. They went on to win the series 4-1. Jimmy Butler had a great game on both ends of the court, averaging 30.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.8 steals per game. Because one team focuses on defense and the other relies on its offensive firepower to get the game started, this matchup will be tremendously entertaining.

Injury Report for the Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid, who suffered a facial fracture in Game 6 of the Raptors-76ers series, will not play for the 76ers. He's gone and there's no telling when he'll be back. Because of pain in his right shoulder, Charles Bassey is listed as questionable.

Injuries to the Miami Heat

Kyle Lowry has been ruled out due to a hamstring strain in his left leg. Tyler Herro and Markieff Morris are both classified as questionable since they have respiratory infections. Questionable players include Jimmy Butler, P.J. Tucker, Max Strus, and Caleb Martin.

Predicted Lineups for the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Miami Heat

The starting backcourt combo will be James Harden and Tyrese Maxey, with the former slated to control the offense at the point. The forward spots will be filled by Danny Green and Tobias Harris, with Paul Reed presumably filling in for Embiid at the center position. Gabe Vincent and Max Strus are expected to be the team's starting backcourt duo, with Jimmy Butler at small forward providing assistance. P.J. Tucker will start at power forward, with Bam Adebayo in the paint rounding out the lineup.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Miami Heat: Predicted Starting 5s

Philadelphia 76ers

Point Guard – James Harden | Shooting Guard – Tyrese Maxey | Small Forward – Danny Green | Power Forward – Tobias Harris | Center – Paul Reed

Miami Heat

Point Guard – Gabe Vincent | Shooting Guard – Max Strus | Small Forward – Jimmy Butler | Power Forward – P.J. Tucker | Center – Bam Adebayo