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Heat Defeat 76ers 117-105 to Extend Philadelphia’s Losing Streak to 12 Games

Miami overcame the absences of Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins with standout performances from Tyler Herro and Kel’el Ware.

Adem Bona guards Kel'el Ware.
Bam Adebayo (L) #13 of the Miami Heat and Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat reacts during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Kaseya Center on March 27, 2025 in Miami, Florida. Find out if the Heat's top two players will be on the court against the 76ers on Monday.
Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (7) greets Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo, right, after an NBA basketball game, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) shoots over Philadelphia 76ers guard Lonnie Walker IV (16) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Overview

  • The Miami Heat secured a 117-105 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, handing Philadelphia its 12th consecutive loss this season.
  • Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins were unavailable for Miami due to injuries, but Kel’el Ware stepped up with 19 points and a career-high 17 rebounds.
  • Tyler Herro returned from a thigh contusion to contribute 20 points, continuing his strong offensive season for the Heat.
  • The 76ers, missing key players like Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George, are employing a tanking strategy to improve their draft lottery odds.
  • The Heat now prepare for a critical play-in tournament matchup against the Chicago Bulls, with Bam Adebayo cleared to return and Wiggins listed as questionable.