Match Preview: Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors
The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Toronto Raptors on 28th April 2022, in what will be the 6th game of their ongoing first-round series in the Eastern Conference.
76ers were 3-0 up in the series and were on the verge of sweeping the Raptors, but the team from Toronto has bounced back and won two straight. The Raptors will look to level up the series at their home court.
76ers:
| PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matisse Thybulle | SF | Tue, Apr 26 | Not Injury Related | Expected to be out until at least Apr 30 |
| Charles Bassey | C | Tue, Apr 26 | Shoulder | Game Time Decision |
Raptors:
| PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred VanVleet | PG | Tue, Apr 26 | Hip | Game Time Decision |
Siakam has carried the Raptors throughout the series. In what could be a season-defining match for the Raptors, he is expected to show up and have a big game.
Embiid needs to step up big time in this game. If the Raptors are able to level the series in game 6, it would be a travesty for Embiid and the 76ers. He is likely to dominate and close out the series in this game.
The Philadelphia 76ers need to win this game and close out the series, otherwise, pressure will be at an all-time high for them if the Raptors force a game 7.
Prediction:
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