The Philadelphia 76ers, riding a wave of strong performances and aiming to extend their road winning streak, face off against the Toronto Raptors in an Eastern Conference clash. The Sixers have been bolstered by their star trio when healthy, while the Raptors, dealing with multiple injuries, rely on their depth and home crowd to stay competitive in the playoff race. This matchup could hinge on Philadelphia’s offensive firepower against Toronto’s resilient defense.
Venue Location
The game will be held at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This modern venue, with a capacity of over 19,800, is the home of the Raptors and known for its passionate fans and high-energy atmosphere during divisional games.
Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 PM ET (5:00 PM CT). It will be broadcast on NBC Sports Philadelphia and TSN, with streaming options via NBA League Pass.
Injury Report
Injuries are a major factor here, with both teams managing key absences. Reports are as of January 10, 2026, and subject to last-minute changes.
Philadelphia 76ers:
Joel Embiid (C): Questionable – Left knee injury management. Has been playing through it but often rests on back-to-backs.
Andre Drummond (C): Out – Right foot fracture. Expected to miss extended time.
Robert Williams III (C): Questionable – Right knee soreness. Depth piece whose status could impact frontcourt rotations.
Justin Edwards (G): Out – G League assignment. Not expected to contribute.
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The Sixers’ frontcourt could be thin if Embiid and Williams sit, forcing more minutes on Paul George in small-ball lineups.
Toronto Raptors:
RJ Barrett (SF): Out – Right ankle sprain. Recently returned from a knee injury but suffered this setback.
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Jakob Poeltl (C): Out – Groin strain. Key defensive anchor whose absence weakens the paint.
Scottie Barnes (SF): Questionable – Right knee sprain. Star forward’s potential absence would hurt Toronto’s versatility.
Brandon Ingram (SF): Questionable – Right thumb sprain. Recently acquired wing could provide scoring if available.
The Raptors’ wing and frontcourt depth is severely tested, likely forcing reliance on players like Immanuel Quickley and Gradey Dick.
Key Player Matchups
With injuries looming, matchups could shift, but expect these battles to influence the game. The Sixers’ perimeter attack versus Toronto’s defense will be crucial.
Joel Embiid (Sixers C, if available) vs. Kelly Olynyk or Bruno Fernando (Raptors C): Embiid’s dominance inside (averaging high points and rebounds) against makeshift centers due to Poeltl’s absence. This could be a mismatch favoring Philadelphia’s scoring in the paint.
Tyrese Maxey (Sixers PG) vs. Immanuel Quickley (Raptors PG): Maxey’s speed and scoring (recently explosive) versus Quickley’s defensive quickness and three-point shooting. Maxey could exploit for drives if Quickley tires.
Paul George (Sixers SF) vs. Scottie Barnes (Raptors SF, if available) or Ochai Agbaji: George’s veteran scoring and defense against Barnes’ athleticism. If Barnes sits, George might feast on mismatches.
Kelly Oubre Jr. (Sixers SF) vs. Gradey Dick (Raptors SG): Oubre’s energy on the wings versus Dick’s shooting. This could dictate perimeter spacing and transition opportunities.
Overall, the Sixers’ Big Three (Embiid, Maxey, George) hold the edge if healthy, but Toronto’s guards could keep it close with outside shooting.
Recent Team Forms
Philadelphia 76ers: The Sixers are surging, going 7-3 in their last 10 games with four straight road victories. Their latest win was a 103-91 defensive masterclass against the Orlando Magic on January 9, holding opponents under 100 points. Prior: 131-110 blowout over Washington (Jan 7). Offense averages 115+ in wins, led by Maxey’s scoring bursts. Last 5: W-W-W-W-L (loss earlier in January).
Toronto Raptors: The Raptors have been solid but inconsistent, posting a 6-4 record in their last 10. They recently edged Charlotte 97-96 (Jan 7) but have struggled against top teams. Defense allows under 110 in wins, but injuries have impacted scoring. Last 5: W-L-W-L-W (mixed results against Eastern foes).
Series History
All-time, the Toronto Raptors lead the Philadelphia 76ers 67-50 in 117 regular-season games. In playoffs, the Sixers hold an 11-9 edge across 20 meetings. Recently, the series has been competitive, with Toronto winning 60 of 107 since 2004, but Philadelphia taking 3 of the last 5 (including a 130-120 win on Nov 8, 2025). At Scotiabank Arena, Toronto has a home advantage, but the Sixers have won recent road games in the series.
Betting Trends
Trends favor under, as Sixers games hit under in 6 of last 10, and Raptors average lower totals at home (around 225).
Sixers are 7-3 ATS in last 10, 4-1 ATS on road. Raptors are 4-1 SU in last 5 but 3-2 ATS; they struggle ATS when missing key players (2-5 in such games). Head-to-head, under has hit in 4 of last 6.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Sixers – 4.5
Toronto Raptors 223.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 10, 2026
