The Philadelphia 76ers are looking to start a new winning streak as they face the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco on Thursday night. This comes after their recent loss to the Sacramento Kings, where they blew a late nine-point lead and went scoreless in the final 3:34 of the game. Joel Embiid, who has been dealing with a sore left foot, sat out the game, and the 76ers lost 113-107.
The Warriors, on the other hand, are coming off a tough 122-86 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, where Stephen Curry struggled, shooting just 4-for-14, and Draymond Green managed only two points on 1-for-10 shooting. Golden State has been struggling, winning just four of their last 17 games.
Key Points to Watch
- Joel Embiid’s Return: Embiid’s status is uncertain, but his presence would be a significant boost for the 76ers.
- Warriors’ Struggles: Golden State has been inconsistent, and their recent poor performances could give the 76ers an opportunity to capitalize.
- Turnovers: The Warriors have committed 46 turnovers in their two meetings with the 76ers this season, leading to 55 Thunder points.
- Paul George’s Health: George played through a back issue against the Kings and will be a key factor for the 76ers if he can perform at his best.
Predictions
The Warriors are favored by 2.5 points, and the over/under is set at 217.5 points. The 76ers will look to bounce back from their recent loss and start a new winning streak, while the Warriors will aim to regain their form and secure a much-needed win.
It will be interesting to see how the 76ers perform without Embiid and whether the Warriors can overcome their recent struggles.
