Philadelphia 76ers vs Miami Heat injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (March 30, 2026)

The Philadelphia 76ers face the Miami Heat on Monday, March 30, 2026, in an important late-season game in the Eastern Conference. Both teams are close in the standings, and this result could affect where they finish before the playoffs begin.This is not just about star players. It is more about who is available and how both teams manage their lineups. With several players dealing with injuries or limited minutes, this game will depend on depth and smart rotations.Philadelphia’s main group includes Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Andre Drummond. They also have players like Quentin Grimes and Kyle Lowry, along with younger names such as VJ Edgecombe and Jared McCain.Injury updates: • Joel Embiid - questionable (right oblique strain) • Johni Broome - out indefinitely (knee surgery) • Paul George - probable (knee soreness/load management) • Tyrese Maxey - questionable (finger strain) • Kelly Oubre Jr. - probable (elbow sprain)Projected rotation: • Starters: Maxey/Grimes, Paul George, Oubre, Embiid, Drummond • Bench: Lowry, Edgecombe, McCain, Bona, WatfordIf Embiid plays, the team will slow the game and use size inside. If he sits, they will rely more on guards and quicker play.Miami’s core includes Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell, Norman Powell, and Kel’el Ware. Their bench also adds good depth.Injury updates: • Norman Powell - questionable (back spasms) • Terry Rozier - out for season (personal leave) • Nikola Jovic - questionable (back management) • Davion Mitchell - probable (shoulder) • Andrew Wiggins - probable (knee soreness)Projected rotation: • Starters: Mitchell, Wiggins, Powell (if available), Adebayo, Ware • Bench: Herro, Fontecchio, Jaquez Jr., JovicMiami has more balance in its rotation, which helps when players are in and out.Miami leads the all-time series 76-68 and has been stronger at home.Philadelphia scores around 118-120 points per game. Maxey leads the scoring, with Embiid and George also contributing. They rebound well but are average on defense.Miami scores about 120.2 points per game. They move the ball well and defend better as a team, with Adebayo leading inside.The key areas are inside play versus outside speed, guard matchups between Maxey and Mitchell, and wing battles with George, Wiggins, and Powell. If Embiid plays, Philadelphia has an advantage inside. If not, Miami’s pace and defense could decide the game.This matchup will come down to which team stays healthier and manages its players better in a game that feels close to playoff conditions.