For the second straight game Friday, the Toronto Raptors host Joel Embiid, James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers as the Raptors look for the mini-sweep.
Toronto is a 1-point favourite on the NBA odds.
76ers vs. Raptors NBA Betting Odds
Toronto is 1-1 in these baseball-type series so far, splitting two games in Miami on Saturday and Monday. It is pretty tough to win or lose both of a two-game set like this outside of the postseason just because it’s still an unusual setup for the players.
The Dinos will have a handful more of these series – not counting a home-and-home – and next on Dec. 9 and 11 in Orlando. The next home such series is Jan. 10 and 12 vs. Charlotte. It’s the first time the 76ers play the same team in the same location in back-to-back games this year. Big disadvantage for Philly as well because it plays again Saturday in Chicago, so it’s not out of the question that star Joel Embiid sits out Friday.
Philadelphia is 6-16 against the spread in its past 22 in Toronto.
Philadelphia 76ers
The Sixers dropped to 1-4 with Wednesday’s 119-109 loss at Scotiabank Arena, and there’s growing speculation that Coach Doc Rivers might be in trouble. Joel Embiid had 31 points as did Tyrese Maxey in the loss. James Harden had 18 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, but Tobias Harris was largely invisible with three points. De’Anthony Melton was in question but added 12 points off the bench. It’s not exactly rocket science but when the Sixers share the ball and don’t turn it over, they win. Philadelphia is 9-1 in its past 10 when having at least 25 assists and under 10 turnovers. On Wednesday, they had 29 assists but 12 turnovers. The Sixers are 3-14-1 ATS in their past 18 road games.
Toronto Raptors
Reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes returned from a one-game injury absence in Wednesday’s win and had 16 points, 10 rebounds and five assists. Gary Trent Jr. led with 27 points, while Pascal Siakam had 20 points and 13 assists. Chris Boucher was solid off the bench with 13 points and four rebounds in 17 minutes. The Raptors outscored the Sixers by 11 when he was on the court. Offseason addition Otto Porter Jr. has yet to debut due to a hamstring injury but now also is dealing with some personal issues and will not play anytime soon. Toronto is 4-1 ATS in its past five games. As we noted, tough to sweep these series so we’ll take Philly – unless Joel Embiid does sit.
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Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
| time | fav | line | total |
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| Opening 27 Oct 10:37pm | PHI | -1 -110 | O +213.5 -110 |
| Closing 28 Oct 11:22pm | PHI | -3.5 -110 | O +214 -110 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
76ers Team Leaders
| Points |
33.08 |
| Assists |
10.66 |
| Rebounds |
10.15 |
| FG% |
75 |
| Steals |
1.64 |
| Blocks |
1.7 |
| Points |
24.23 |
| Assists |
7.17 |
| Rebounds |
9.12 |
| FG% |
65.2 |
| Steals |
1.91 |
| Blocks |
1.31 |
| Points |
23.67 |
| Assists |
8.27 |
| Rebounds |
9.78 |
| FG% |
100 |
| Steals |
1.82 |
| Blocks |
2.78 |
| Points | |
| Assists | |
| Rebounds | Did not qualify |
| FG% | |
| Steals | |
| Blocks |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Raptors Team Leaders
| Points |
33.08 |
| Assists |
10.66 |
| Rebounds |
10.15 |
| FG% |
75 |
| Steals |
1.64 |
| Blocks |
1.7 |
| Points |
24.23 |
| Assists |
7.17 |
| Rebounds |
9.12 |
| FG% |
65.2 |
| Steals |
1.91 |
| Blocks |
1.31 |
| Points |
23.67 |
| Assists |
8.27 |
| Rebounds |
9.78 |
| FG% |
100 |
| Steals |
1.82 |
| Blocks |
2.78 |
| Points | |
| Assists | |
| Rebounds | Did not qualify |
| FG% | |
| Steals | |
| Blocks |
Injuries
Tyrese Maxey (PG)
Danuel House Jr. (SF)
Jalen McDaniels (PF)
Dewayne Dedmon (C)
Danuel House Jr. (SF)
James Harden (SG)
Tobias Harris (SF)
Georges Niang (SF)
James Harden (SG)
Tobias Harris (SF)
O.G. Anunoby (SF)
Fred VanVleet (PG)
Precious Achiuwa (PF)
O.G. Anunoby (SF)
Will Barton (SG)
Precious Achiuwa (PF)
Gary Trent Jr. (SG)
Joe Wieskamp (SG)
Christian Koloko (C)
Dalano Banton (SF)
Injuries
| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| Tyrese Maxey (PG) | day-to-day | Ankle - 01 / 05 / 23 | 4-3 | 4-3 | + - |
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Maxey exited Monday's game with an ankle injury, and it is unknown if he will return. |
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| Danuel House Jr. (SF) | Prob Mon | Illness - 20 / 04 / 23 | 5-3 | 4-5 | + - |
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House Jr. is ailing from an illness, but it is anticipated that he will suit up against the Celtics Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. |
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| Jalen McDaniels (PF) | Prob Thurs | Illness - 19 / 04 / 23 | 5-3 | 4-5 | + - |
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McDaniels is nursing an illness, but it is not expected to affect his status against the Nets in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round. |
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| Dewayne Dedmon (C) | Prob Sat | Undisclosed - 14 / 04 / 23 | 7-3 | 6-5 | + - |
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Dedmon has an unspecified ailment, but it is projected that he will participate in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round versus the Nets. |
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| Danuel House Jr. (SF) | Prob Sat | Foot - 12 / 04 / 23 | 7-3 | 6-5 | + - |
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House Jr. has a foot injury, but it is likely that he will suit up against the Nets in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round. |
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| James Harden (SG) | Prob Sat | Achilles - 08 / 04 / 23 | 8-3 | 7-5 | + - |
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Harden is managing a left Achilles injury, but it is not expected to affect his status for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round versus the Nets. |
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| Tobias Harris (SF) | Prob Sat | Hip - 08 / 04 / 23 | 8-3 | 7-5 | + - |
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Harris is nursing a left hip injury, but it is expected that he will be in the lineup for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round against the Nets. |
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| Georges Niang (SF) | Prob Sat | Knee - 08 / 04 / 23 | 8-3 | 7-5 | + - |
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Niang is tending to left knee soreness, but it is likely that he will partake in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round versus the Nets. |
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| James Harden (SG) | Out Fri | Rest - 07 / 04 / 23 | 8-4 | 8-5 | + - |
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Harden will not face the Hawks on Friday as he will be given a day of rest. |
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| Tobias Harris (SF) | Out Fri | Rest - 07 / 04 / 23 | 8-4 | 8-5 | + - |
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Harris is out of the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Hawks as he will be handed a day of rest. |
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| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| O.G. Anunoby (SF) | Prob Wed | Ankle - 08 / 04 / 23 | 1-1 | 2-0 | + - |
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Anunoby is dealing with right ankle soreness, but he is expected to be available against the Bulls in the Eastern Conference Play-in tournament. |
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| Fred VanVleet (PG) | Prob Wed | Thumb - 08 / 04 / 23 | 1-1 | 2-0 | + - |
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VanVleet is nursing left thumb soreness, but it is anticipated that he will face the Bulls in the Eastern Conference Play-in tournament. |
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| Precious Achiuwa (PF) | Prob Tues | Illness - 04 / 04 / 23 | 3-2 | 3-2 | + - |
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Achiuwa has an illness, but it is projected that he will take on the Hornets on Tuesday. |
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| O.G. Anunoby (SF) | Prob Tues | Ankle - 03 / 04 / 23 | 3-2 | 3-2 | + - |
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Anunoby exited the previous contest with a mild ankle sprain, but it will not affect his status for Tuesday's contest versus the Hornets. |
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| Will Barton (SG) | Prob Tues | Ankle - 26 / 03 / 23 | 5-3 | 4-5 | + - |
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Barton has been absent from the last three games with a left ankle sprain, but he is expected to return against the Hornets in Tuesday's clash. |
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| Precious Achiuwa (PF) | Prob Sun | Hamstring - 22 / 03 / 23 | 6-4 | 5-6 | + - |
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Achiuwa has sat out the last two contests with right hamstring tightness, but it is likely that he will participate in Sunday's tilt versus the Wizards. |
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| Gary Trent Jr. (SG) | Prob Wed | Back - 22 / 03 / 23 | 6-4 | 5-6 | + - |
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Trent Jr. has missed the last two games due to back spasms, but it is expected that he will suit up Wednesday against the Celtics. |
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| Joe Wieskamp (SG) | Out indefinitely | Hamstring - 22 / 03 / 23 | 6-4 | 5-6 | + - |
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Wieskamp is out of the lineup with a right hamstring strain, and he will miss an undetermined amount of time. |
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| Christian Koloko (C) | Ques Sat | Nose - 16 / 03 / 23 | 9-4 | 8-6 | + - |
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Koloko exited the previous contest with a fractured nose, leaving his status for Saturday's tilt with the Timberwolves cloudy. |
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| Dalano Banton (SF) | Prob Sun | Thumb - 13 / 03 / 23 | 9-5 | 9-6 | + - |
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Banton has been sidelined due to a left thumb sprain, but it is predicted that he will return to face the Hornets in Sunday's tilt. |
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Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
time fav line total Opening 27 Oct 10:37pm PHI -1 -110 O +213.5 -110 Closing 28 Oct 11:22pm PHI -3.5 -110 O +214 -110 -
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
76ers Team Leaders
Points 33.08
Assists 10.66
Rebounds 10.15
FG% 75
Steals 1.64
Blocks 1.7
Points 24.23
Assists 7.17
Rebounds 9.12
FG% 65.2
Steals 1.91
Blocks 1.31
Points 23.67
Assists 8.27
Rebounds 9.78
FG% 100
Steals 1.82
Blocks 2.78
Points Assists Rebounds Did not qualify FG% Steals Blocks -
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Raptors Team Leaders
Points 33.08
Assists 10.66
Rebounds 10.15
FG% 75
Steals 1.64
Blocks 1.7
Points 24.23
Assists 7.17
Rebounds 9.12
FG% 65.2
Steals 1.91
Blocks 1.31
Points 23.67
Assists 8.27
Rebounds 9.78
FG% 100
Steals 1.82
Blocks 2.78
Points Assists Rebounds Did not qualify FG% Steals Blocks -
Injuries
Tyrese Maxey (PG)
day-to-day Ankle - 01 / 05 / 23Danuel House Jr. (SF)
Prob Mon Illness - 20 / 04 / 23Jalen McDaniels (PF)
Prob Thurs Illness - 19 / 04 / 23Dewayne Dedmon (C)
Prob Sat Undisclosed - 14 / 04 / 23Danuel House Jr. (SF)
Prob Sat Foot - 12 / 04 / 23James Harden (SG)
Prob Sat Achilles - 08 / 04 / 23Tobias Harris (SF)
Prob Sat Hip - 08 / 04 / 23Georges Niang (SF)
Prob Sat Knee - 08 / 04 / 23James Harden (SG)
Out Fri Rest - 07 / 04 / 23Tobias Harris (SF)
Out Fri Rest - 07 / 04 / 23O.G. Anunoby (SF)
Prob Wed Ankle - 08 / 04 / 23Fred VanVleet (PG)
Prob Wed Thumb - 08 / 04 / 23Precious Achiuwa (PF)
Prob Tues Illness - 04 / 04 / 23O.G. Anunoby (SF)
Prob Tues Ankle - 03 / 04 / 23Will Barton (SG)
Prob Tues Ankle - 26 / 03 / 23Precious Achiuwa (PF)
Prob Sun Hamstring - 22 / 03 / 23Gary Trent Jr. (SG)
Prob Wed Back - 22 / 03 / 23Joe Wieskamp (SG)
Out indefinitely Hamstring - 22 / 03 / 23Christian Koloko (C)
Ques Sat Nose - 16 / 03 / 23Dalano Banton (SF)
Prob Sun Thumb - 13 / 03 / 23Injuries
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Tyrese Maxey (PG) day-to-day Ankle - 01 / 05 / 23 4-3 4-3 + - Maxey exited Monday's game with an ankle injury, and it is unknown if he will return.
Danuel House Jr. (SF) Prob Mon Illness - 20 / 04 / 23 5-3 4-5 + - House Jr. is ailing from an illness, but it is anticipated that he will suit up against the Celtics Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Jalen McDaniels (PF) Prob Thurs Illness - 19 / 04 / 23 5-3 4-5 + - McDaniels is nursing an illness, but it is not expected to affect his status against the Nets in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round.
Dewayne Dedmon (C) Prob Sat Undisclosed - 14 / 04 / 23 7-3 6-5 + - Dedmon has an unspecified ailment, but it is projected that he will participate in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round versus the Nets.
Danuel House Jr. (SF) Prob Sat Foot - 12 / 04 / 23 7-3 6-5 + - House Jr. has a foot injury, but it is likely that he will suit up against the Nets in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round.
James Harden (SG) Prob Sat Achilles - 08 / 04 / 23 8-3 7-5 + - Harden is managing a left Achilles injury, but it is not expected to affect his status for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round versus the Nets.
Tobias Harris (SF) Prob Sat Hip - 08 / 04 / 23 8-3 7-5 + - Harris is nursing a left hip injury, but it is expected that he will be in the lineup for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round against the Nets.
Georges Niang (SF) Prob Sat Knee - 08 / 04 / 23 8-3 7-5 + - Niang is tending to left knee soreness, but it is likely that he will partake in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first round versus the Nets.
James Harden (SG) Out Fri Rest - 07 / 04 / 23 8-4 8-5 + - Harden will not face the Hawks on Friday as he will be given a day of rest.
Tobias Harris (SF) Out Fri Rest - 07 / 04 / 23 8-4 8-5 + - Harris is out of the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Hawks as he will be handed a day of rest.
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes O.G. Anunoby (SF) Prob Wed Ankle - 08 / 04 / 23 1-1 2-0 + - Anunoby is dealing with right ankle soreness, but he is expected to be available against the Bulls in the Eastern Conference Play-in tournament.
Fred VanVleet (PG) Prob Wed Thumb - 08 / 04 / 23 1-1 2-0 + - VanVleet is nursing left thumb soreness, but it is anticipated that he will face the Bulls in the Eastern Conference Play-in tournament.
Precious Achiuwa (PF) Prob Tues Illness - 04 / 04 / 23 3-2 3-2 + - Achiuwa has an illness, but it is projected that he will take on the Hornets on Tuesday.
O.G. Anunoby (SF) Prob Tues Ankle - 03 / 04 / 23 3-2 3-2 + - Anunoby exited the previous contest with a mild ankle sprain, but it will not affect his status for Tuesday's contest versus the Hornets.
Will Barton (SG) Prob Tues Ankle - 26 / 03 / 23 5-3 4-5 + - Barton has been absent from the last three games with a left ankle sprain, but he is expected to return against the Hornets in Tuesday's clash.
Precious Achiuwa (PF) Prob Sun Hamstring - 22 / 03 / 23 6-4 5-6 + - Achiuwa has sat out the last two contests with right hamstring tightness, but it is likely that he will participate in Sunday's tilt versus the Wizards.
Gary Trent Jr. (SG) Prob Wed Back - 22 / 03 / 23 6-4 5-6 + - Trent Jr. has missed the last two games due to back spasms, but it is expected that he will suit up Wednesday against the Celtics.
Joe Wieskamp (SG) Out indefinitely Hamstring - 22 / 03 / 23 6-4 5-6 + - Wieskamp is out of the lineup with a right hamstring strain, and he will miss an undetermined amount of time.
Christian Koloko (C) Ques Sat Nose - 16 / 03 / 23 9-4 8-6 + - Koloko exited the previous contest with a fractured nose, leaving his status for Saturday's tilt with the Timberwolves cloudy.
Dalano Banton (SF) Prob Sun Thumb - 13 / 03 / 23 9-5 9-6 + - Banton has been sidelined due to a left thumb sprain, but it is predicted that he will return to face the Hornets in Sunday's tilt.