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The Miami Heat will lock horns with the Washington Wizards in an exciting NBA 2021-22 Eastern Conference matchup at the Capital One Arena on Saturday.
In the last meeting between the two teams, Miami were dominant, taking a 112-97 win on the night. They will look to once again secure the bragging rights and continue their amazing form this season.
Jimmy Butler scored 32 points on 57.9% shooting from the field. The Heat were once again brilliant at the defensive end, forcing 17 turnovers, while only giving away six. They hold an 11-5 season record, and are perched below the Brooklyn Nets in second position in the East. A win in this game would solidify their position in the Conference standings.
Meanwhile, after leading the East for a week, the Wizards have slumped to losses against the Charlotte Hornets and the Heat. They will hope to bounce back by putting up a good performance against Miami at home.
Miami Heat Injury Report
The Miami Heat have reported Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro as questionable for this game against the Wizards. Markieff Morris will remain out, as he recovers from the neck injury he suffered after a push from Nikola Jokic. Victor Oladipo remains indefinitely out as he recovers from a right knee injury.
Washington Wizards Injury Report
The Washington Wizards have reported Davis Bertans, Rui Hachimura and Thomas Bryant as out for this game against the Heat. Wizards center Daniel Gafford is listed as questionable due to a right thumb sprain.
Miami Heat vs Washington Wizards: Predicted Starting Lineups
Miami Heat
Kyle Lowry and Duncan Robinson should keep their places in the backcourt. Jimmy Butler and PJ Tucker could share the frontcourt.
The duo will be responsible for providing toughness and defensive stability to the team. With Bam Adebayo being listed as questionable for this game, Dewayne Dedmond could be given the starting center spot.
Washington Wizards
The Wizards could go with the same lineup they have used since the start of the season.
Spencer Dinwiddie and Bradley Beal could start in the backcourt. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Kyle Kuzma could play at the small and power forward positions, respectively. Daniel Gafford is listed as questionable. In his absence, Montrezl Harrell could play the starting center position.
Miami Heat vs Washington Wizards: Predicted Starting 5s
Miami Heat
Point Guard - Kyle Lowry; Shooting Guard - Duncan Robinson; Small Forward - Jimmy Butler; Power Forward - PJ Tucker; Center - Dewayne Dedmond.
Washington Wizards
Point Guard - Spencer Dinwiddie; Shooting Guard - Bradley Beal; Small Forward - Kentavious Caldwell-Pope; Power Forward - Kyle Kuzma; Center - Montrezl Harrell.
