The Philadelphia 76ers go against the defending champions, Golden State Warriors with aims of chasing the title. The 76ers is one of the teams who are now with a secured spot in the playoffs. However, their aspiration does not stop there as they are chasing the title this season. As for the Warriors, their controversial yet important win against the Mavericks increase their chances this season. With just less than 10 games in the regular season, every win is important for the Warriors. 76ers are headed to the home of the Warriors for this match on March 25, 2023, at 10:00 AM (GMT+8).
This meeting will only be the second and last meeting between these two teams. On their last meeting, it was the visitors who had the 118-106 win. This is an interconference match-up with the hosts on the West and the visitors are from the East. The hosts are now at the sixth in the East, following their win against the Mavericks. From their 74 regular season matches, they won 38 games. Meanwhile, the visitors are currently sitting at the third in the East, and are already secured of a spot in the playoffs. They had 49 wins from their 72 matches, a run they want to still improve.
Philadelphia 76ers
From their last 10 matches prior to this game, the 76ers are actually doing well as they won nine of their last 10 games. This winning run gives them the confidence no just in this game but for the playoffs as well. They are from a 116-91 win against the Bulls, even without their top two men in their squad. However, if they still want the second spot, they need to win as much games as possible. Winning their remaining games could make them pass the Celtics, who are currently at the second in the East. They are shooting over 48.6% in the field, while shooting an astounding 83.5% in the free-throw line. Offensively, they are 14th, scoring 115.4 points per game, and third in defense, allowing 110.2 points per game.
Joel Embiid, and James Harden leads the 76ers with 33.2 and 21.4 points per game respectively. However, it is unfortunate that both are listed as questionable in this game, along with Jalen McDaniels.
Golden State Warriors
The Warriors on the other hand is from a controversial 127-125 win against the Mavericks. That win puts them in the sixth in the West, with bigger advantage from the teams under them. However, it seems like they are not doing quite well in their last 10 matches as they only won four of those last 10 game. Their last match against the Mavericks is important as they are battling for their positions in the standings. With a win in that match, they were able to strengthen their lead. However, they need to win more games to try reaching higher positions in the playoffs. They are shooting 47.7% in the field, while their free-throw shooting percentage is at 79.3%. Offensively, they are at the second with 118.4 points per game, but 25th in defense, allowing 118 points per game.
Warriors’ splash brother lead their team having 29.6 and 21.8 points per game apiece. However, it is unfortunate that they still have games who cannot participate in this match. Gary Payton II, Andre Iguodala, Ty Jerome, Adrew Wiggins, and Ryan Rollins all remain out.
Prediction:
Golden State Warriors
Total Under: 113.5
Odds: 0.89
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