Upcoming Matchup: 76ers vs. Suns
In a highly anticipated matchup this Saturday at 9 p.m. EST, the Philadelphia 76ers are set to visit the Phoenix Suns, looking to extend their current winning streak to six games. The 76ers, holding a record of 29-21, currently rank sixth in the Eastern Conference, while the Suns, with a record of 31-21, find themselves in seventh place in the Western Conference.
Team Performance
The Suns have proven formidable at home, boasting an impressive 17-8 record on their home court. Defensively, they rank third in the Western Conference, allowing just 111.4 points per game and limiting their opponents to a shooting percentage of 46.8%. Conversely, the 76ers, who are 14-9 on the road, stand out in offensive rebounds, tallying an average of 12.3 per game, with standout Charles Bassey leading the charge at 3.5 rebounds.
Scoring and Shooting
When it comes to scoring, Phoenix averages 113.8 points per game, slightly trailing the 76ers’ defensive allowance of 115.4. However, Philadelphia excels in three-point shooting, knocking down an average of 12.9 shots from beyond the arc each game, slightly outpacing the Suns in this category. These two teams are meeting for the second time this season, with their last encounter resulting in a 116-110 victory for Phoenix on January 21.
Key Players
Highlighting the individual performances for Phoenix, Mark Williams has been a significant contributor, averaging 12.3 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. Dillon Brooks has also been hot lately, putting up an average of 22.0 points and 4.9 rebounds across his last ten appearances. On the other side, star center Joel Embiid leads the 76ers with an average of 26.1 points and 7.4 rebounds, while Tyrese Maxey has added 20.7 points and 3.0 rebounds over his past ten games.
Injury Updates
As both teams prepare for this crucial game, the Suns will be monitoring several key players who are day-to-day, including Isaiah Livers (shoulder), Grayson Allen (knee), Jalen Green (hip), and Devin Booker (ankle). In contrast, the 76ers have no injury updates affecting their roster.
