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Heat Secure Fourth Straight Win as 76ers Officially Eliminated from Playoff Contention

Tyler Herro's 30-point performance leads Miami's push for the Play-In Tournament, while Philadelphia shifts focus to draft positioning after a disappointing season.

Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Miami Heat shoots the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the first quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on March 08, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
Philadelphia 76ers' Guerschon Yabusele, center, goes up for a shot between Miami Heat's Pelle Larsson, left, and Haywood Highsmith during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Heat forward Alec Burks (left) celebrates with teammate Davion Mitchell against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at the Wells Fargo Center on March 29, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro goes up for a shot against Philadelphia 76ers' Justin Edwards during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Overview

  • The Miami Heat defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 118-95, marking their fourth consecutive victory after a 10-game losing streak.
  • Tyler Herro scored 30 points and contributed seven assists, continuing his standout performances during Miami's resurgence.
  • The victory solidifies the Heat's hold on the final Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament spot as they aim to clinch postseason play.
  • The 76ers, officially eliminated from playoff contention, have now lost seven straight games and 24 of their last 28 since January 31.
  • Philadelphia is prioritizing draft lottery odds with a top-six protected pick, sidelining stars Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey for the remainder of the season.