76ers Host Warriors Amid Key Injuries on December 4

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — The Philadelphia 76ers welcome the Golden State Warriors to the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Both teams enter the game with recent records of 2-3 over their last five games, showcasing contrasting paths to the matchup.

The Warriors are coming off a 124-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where they held a fourth-quarter lead but fell short. Meanwhile, the 76ers claimed a convincing 121-102 victory over the Washington Wizards just two days ago, with Tyrese Maxey scoring 35 points.

In what was expected to be a marquee matchup, injury concerns cloud both rosters. The 76ers might miss star players Joel Embiid (knee) and Quentin Grimes (calf), with their availability to be decided shortly before tipoff. For the Warriors, Stephen Curry has been ruled out due to a quadriceps injury, while Jimmy Butler is listed as questionable after sustaining a knee injury in Tuesday’s game.

Tyrese Maxey has emerged as the 76ers’ key offensive player, averaging 31.7 points and exceptional statistics in recent games. Being potentially without both Curry and Butler may provide Maxey an opportunity to exploit weaknesses in the Warriors’ defense.

The Warriors, typically known for their offensive dynamism, have shifted toward a more robust defensive strategy this season, ranking in the Top 10 for defensive rating and points allowed per game. They might need to lean on this defensive identity heavily during tonight’s game as they cope with the absence of their top scorers.

The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBA TV. It promises to be a pivotal matchup for both teams as they look to improve their standings in the league.