The Phoenix Suns (26-17) face the Philadelphia 76ers (23-18) in a cross-conference matchup on the second night of a back-to-back for both teams. The Suns are coming off a road win in Brooklyn, while the Sixers secured a home victory over Indiana. This game pits two playoff contenders against each other, with Phoenix holding the edge in recent head-to-head history. Expect a competitive battle featuring star guards and strong interior play, potentially influenced by key injuries.
Game Details
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT)
Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
TV Broadcast: NBCS-PH, AZFamily, Suns+
How to Watch: NBA League Pass (streaming available)
Recent Team Forms
The Suns have won three of their last five, showing resilience on the road. The Sixers are 2-3 in their last five, with losses to Cleveland highlighting defensive issues but a recent win over Indiana providing momentum.
Phoenix Suns Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Jan 19 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W | 126-117 |
| Jan 17 | @ New York Knicks | W | 106-99 |
| Jan 15 | @ Detroit Pistons | L | 105-108 |
| Jan 13 | @ Miami Heat | L | 121-127 |
| Jan 11 | vs. Washington Wizards | W | 112-93 |
Philadelphia 76ers Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Jan 19 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W | 113-104 |
| Jan 16 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L | 115-117 |
| Jan 14 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L | 107-133 |
| Jan 12 | @ Toronto Raptors | W | 115-102 |
| Jan 11 | @ Toronto Raptors | L | 115-116 (OT) |
Injury Report
Both teams could be missing key contributors, which may impact scoring and defense.
Phoenix Suns: Jalen Green (G) – GTD (Hamstring). Devin Booker recently dealt with ankle soreness but played in the last game; monitor for updates.
Philadelphia 76ers: Paul George (F) – GTD (Knee). Joel Embiid has been managed for knee issues but played recently.
No other major injuries reported as of the latest updates, but both teams submitted reports late due to the back-to-back.
Key Player Matchups
This game features exciting guard battles and interior clashes. Phoenix’s perimeter scoring will test Philadelphia’s defense, while the Sixers’ stars could exploit the Suns’ slower pace.
Devin Booker (Suns) vs. Tyrese Maxey (Sixers): Booker (25.3 PPG, 6.4 APG) is Phoenix’s primary scorer and playmaker. Maxey (30.2 PPG, 6.7 APG, 40% 3PT) ranks third in the NBA in scoring and will match Booker’s shot-making. Expect a high-volume duel from beyond the arc.
Dillon Brooks (Suns) vs. VJ Edgecombe (Sixers): Brooks (20.7 PPG) brings defensive intensity and could guard Maxey or Edgecombe (15.6 PPG, 42.7 FG%). Edgecombe, the No. 3 draft pick, adds athleticism and rebounding (5.3 RPG).
Mark Williams (Suns) vs. Joel Embiid (Sixers): Williams (12.3 PPG, 8.3 RPG) anchors Phoenix’s paint. Embiid (24.2 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 1.1 BPG) is a dominant force when healthy, potentially overwhelming Williams inside.
Bench Impact: Suns’ Grayson Allen (16.4 PPG) and Royce O’Neale (10.5 PPG) provide spacing. Sixers’ Quentin Grimes (13.8 PPG) and Kelly Oubre Jr. add scoring depth.
Philadelphia ranks 11th in offensive efficiency and 10th defensively, while Phoenix is 10th offensively and 8th defensively.
The Suns play slower (22nd in pace), which could favor Embiid’s post-up game.
Series History
The Suns hold a strong all-time edge, leading 77-60 in 137 regular-season meetings.
Phoenix has dominated recently, winning the last three encounters:
Jan 6, 2025: Suns 109-99 @ Sixers
Nov 4, 2024: Suns 118-116 vs. Sixers
Mar 20, 2024: Suns 115-102 vs. Sixers
The Suns average a +8.3 margin in their last three wins over Philadelphia.
Betting Trends
Spread:
Suns are 29-12-2 ATS overall (69.8% cover rate) and 15-9 ATS on the road.
Sixers are 22-18-1 ATS but just 10-12 ATS at home and 6-9 ATS as home favorites.
Over/Under: 223.5-224.5 points. Combined, these teams average 231.4 PPG, exceeding the total by 6.9. Opponents average 227.3 PPG against them. Sixers games hit over 51.2% (21/41); Suns 41.9% (18/43).
Under 233.5 has hit in 10 of the last 11 Sixers home games vs. Suns.
Other Trends: Suns cover in 32 of last 45 games (+17.70 units ROI).
Sixers are 13-7 SU as favorites in last 20.
Phoenix has won both meetings this season.
Game Odds
Phoenix Suns 223.5
Philadelphia Sixers – 1.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, January 19, 2026
