Philadelphia Sixers vs Miami Heat prediction and betting tips on April 18, 2024
On April 18, their meeting in the NBA play-in will be held Philadelphia Sixers - Miami Heat, the prediction for the match of these rivals is made by our analysts.
Philadelphia Sixers
The regular season was uneven for Philadelphia, at first the team quietly held in the group of leaders, but then the leader Embiid was injured, after which there was a decline in results. Sixers finished the championship with a spectacular series of eight wins in a row, but even this did not help to finish in the top-6. The team finished a disappointing seventh place, behind only Orlando and Indiana in extra points. To still make the playoffs, they need to beat a tough opponent. Embiid is already playing, but he still has health issues.
Miami Heat
Miami had a tough season, finishing eighth in their conference with 46 wins and 36 losses. Now they have to try to make the playoffs. The club finished the regular season well, winning three games in four contests. The Heat have a good lineup, a lot of experienced players who are able to show their maximum in crucial meetings.
Interesting facts about the match and the history of personal meetings
- The rivals have played each other four times in the current season, so far the score is 2:2.
- Philadelphia has 25 wins with 16 defeats on its parquet.
- Miami plays solidly on the road, 24 wins and 17 losses.
Philadelphia Sixers vs Miami Heat Prediction
On paper, Philadelphia is listed as a slight favorite, we should expect an interesting and intense battle, after all, a trip to the playoffs is at stake. The losing team will have a chance to qualify for the playoffs against the winner of Chicago Bulls - Atlanta Hawks. Let's bet on a total of less than 212 points, the result will be in first place.