POR vs MIA Dream11 Prediction: The Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat will play an inter-conference game at Moda Center Arena tomorrow. For the first time this season, Miami and Portland square off. The Trail Blazers have lost their last six games at Moda Center, and the Heat are looking for their fourth straight road victory.
Portland has been struggling lately with eight straight losses, while Miami has won four straight games. At this home game, the Blazers will try to snap their losing streak and earn a crucial victory.
Portland Trail Blazers vs Miami Heat Prediction
Portland Trail Blazers (15-41)
The Portland Trail Blazers currently sit second to last in the conference league table, as they are on an eight-game losing streak. However, they recently lost their last match against the Hornets at home by 80-93, as Deandre Ayton scored 26 points but was unable to secure a win for the team.
The Blazers are second to worst in the league in terms of scoring average per game (107.4), a reflection of their poor offensive performance this season. They rank 17th in the NBA in terms of defensive efficiency, allowing opponents to score an average of 116.5 points per game. Anfernee Simons, who leads Portland with 22.5 points and 5.2 assists per game, has become an outstanding player for the squad. Jerami Grant averages 21.6 points per game, and Deandre Ayton contributes double-doubles of 14.4 points per game and 10.6 rebounds per game, making them important players to watch for the Blazers.
Miami Heat (32-25)
With a four-game winning streak, the Miami Heat have won eight of their past ten games, moving them up to sixth place in the conference league table. With a 17–12 away record, the Miami Heat boasts one of the best records in the NBA. This season, the Heat’s offence has been their main issue as they rank 26th in the NBA with 110.7 points per game. On the other hand, their defence has been their strongest feature, ranking fourth in the league and allowing opponents to score 110.1 points per game with 43.0 boards per game.
Jimmy Butler led the Miami Heat once more, showcasing his abilities this season with an average of 21.4 points and 1.7 steals per game. Meanwhile, rookie Jamie Jaquez Jr. is making waves in this disaster with an average of 13.0 points and 49.5% shooting from the field. Heat centre Bam Adebayo leads the way with an average of 20.5 points and 10.6 rebounds per game, followed by Tyler Herro, who averages 20.8 points and 4.4 three-pointers per game.
POR vs MIA Basketball Match Info
Date: Wednesday, 28th February 2024
Time: 8:30 AM IST
How to Watch Live: Sports 18, Jio Cinema
Location: N Center Ct St, Portland
Arena: Moda Center
Portland Trail Blazers vs Miami Heat Lineups
POR (Blazers): Anfernee Simons, Jerami Grant, Shaedon Sharpe, Malcolm Brogdon, Deandre Ayton, Scoot Henderson, Duop Reath, Jabari Walker, Skylar Mays, Toumani Camara, Robert Williams III, Matisse Thybulle, Kris Murray, Moses Brown, Jamaree Bouyea, Justin Minaya, Rayan Rupert, Ish Wainright.
MIA (Heat): Bam Adebayo, Thomas Bryant, Jimmy Butler, Jamal Cain, R.J. Hampton, Tyler Herro, Haywood Highsmith, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jovic, Kevin Love, Kyle Lowry, Caleb Martin, Josh Richardson, Duncan Robinson, Orlando Robinson, Dru Smith, Cole Swider, Terry Rozier, Delon Wright
Portland Trail Blazers vs Miami Heat Injury Updates
POR (Blazers): Moses Brown (Wrist Injury), Robert Williams III (Ligament-out for season), Shaedon Sharpe (Thigh injury), Malcolm Brogdon (elbow injury), Rayan Rupert (ankle injury), Scoot Henderson (injured)
MIA (Heat): Dru Smith (knee injury), Josh Richardson (shoulder injury), Terry Rozier (knee injury), Orlando Robinson (back injury)
POR vs MIA Head To Head (Last 10 Matchups)
POR (Blazers): 3 games Won
MIA (Heat): 7 games won
Portland Trail Blazers vs Miami Heat Fantasy Leaders
Points: Anfernee Simons (22.5) vs Jimmy Butler (21.4)
Rebounds: Deandre Ayton (10.5) vs Bam Adebayo (10.6)
Assists: Malcolm Brogdon (5.5) vs Jimmy Butler (4.6)
Steals: Matisse Thybulle (1.6) vs Tyler Herro (1.4)
Blocks: Matisse Thybulle (0.80) vs Bam Adebayo (1.0)
Free Throw%: Anfernee Simons (91.2) vs Terry Rozier (95.8)
Field Goal Percentage%: Jerami Grant (45.7) vs Delon Wright (60.0)
Three Point Percentage%: Malcolm Brogdon (41.2) vs Delon Wright (50.0)
POR vs MIA Dream11 Prediction Team
Read More: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat Prediction, NBA 2023-24
