76ers Aim to Extend Win Streak Over Raptors Despite Key Injuries

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to face the Toronto Raptors on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario. This matchup comes as the 76ers look to bounce back from their opening week loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, a game in which they were significantly undermanned due to injuries.

Key to the 76ers’ challenges is the absence of star players Joel Embiid and Paul George. Embiid has been ruled out for the entire opening week, while George was also ruled out for the games against the Raptors and the upcoming match against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday.

Despite these setbacks, the 76ers have a strong recent history against the Raptors. Last season, they swept the regular season series and extended their multi-year win streak over Toronto. A win on Friday would mark their eighth consecutive victory over the Raptors, with the last Raptors win coming nearly two years ago.

Tyrese Maxey, who had a standout performance against the Bucks despite his own critical assessment of his game, will be crucial in leading the 76ers. The team will rely on his scoring and playmaking abilities to overcome the injuries and secure a win.

The betting odds favor the 76ers, with a spread of -4.5 and a moneyline of -200. The total over/under is set at 218.5 points. The game will be broadcast on NBCS-PH and TSN, and can also be streamed live.