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Heat vs. 76ers Score: Joel Embid helps Philadelphia win Game 3 over Miami in exchange for squad

Well, we have a series. With Joel Embiid back in action, the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Miami Heat 99-79 in Game 3 of their second round on Friday, reducing Miami’s lead to 2-1 in Game 4 on Sunday.

Embiid was not his best, but he had a huge presence on both sides, finishing with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Danny Green and Tyris Maxi, with 21 points each, were great, and James Harden scored 17 points as a result of the plus-27 match.

On the other hand, Jimmy Butler took the lead for Miami, scoring 33 points, nine assists and two rebounds, but he did not receive the assist made by Ambid, as Tyler Hero was the only other Heath player to overshadow the double-digit plate, finishing with 14 points.