Is Joel Embiid playing vs. Heat tonight? Final status for 76ers star
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The Philadelphia 76ers will be seeking a third straight win when they travel to Miami to take on the Heat on Monday night.
It will be the third and final game of the season between the teams. The Sixers and Heat split the first two meetings, so whoever wins on Monday night will claim the season series, which could prove important as both teams are in the midst of a tight battle for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.
Joel Embiid will play vs. Heat on Monday night
For the game in Miami, the Sixers will have their former NBA MVP available.
Star center Joel Embiid isn’t listed on the official injury report for the contest, indicating that he will be available to play. It will be the third consecutive game played by Embiid after an extended layoff due to an oblique strain.
On the season, Embiid has played in 35 games and is averaging 26.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.1 blocks per performance.
This story will be updated.
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