The Philadelphia 76ers vs. Phoenix Suns game will take place at Wells Fargo Center on Monday, January 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. The 76ers, with a 14-19 record, sit 11th in the Eastern Conference. They recently defeated the Brooklyn Nets 123-94 in their latest game.
Just behind them are the Suns, ranked 12th in the West with a 15-18 record. They are on a four-game losing streak, with their most recent loss coming to the Indiana Pacers 108-126. The 76ers and Suns faced off on November 4 earlier this season, where Phoenix won 118-116. In their 136 regular-season matchups, the 76ers have 60 wins, while the Suns have 76.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Phoenix Suns: Prediction
The 76ers’ 2024-25 season stats tell a story of struggles on both ends of the floor. On offense, they rank near the bottom of the league, averaging just 107.6 points per game, which is the fourth-worst in the NBA. Defensively, however, they’ve been a bit better, allowing 110.8 points per game, placing them 10th in the league. Rebounding has been a major issue, as they pull down only 39.9 boards per game, ranking second-worst. Their three-point shooting is another weak point, making 12.1 threes per game at a 33.9% clip, which puts them 22nd and 25th in the league for those categories.
The Suns have had a slightly better offensive season, averaging 112.1 points per game, ranking 15th overall. Defensively, they’ve allowed 114.4 points per game, ranking 20th in the NBA. On the rebounding front, they’re just above the 76ers, grabbing 42.6 boards per game, but they allow 44.1 rebounds per game, ranking 17th. The Suns are much stronger from beyond the arc, making 14.2 three-pointers per game at a 37.6% shooting percentage, ranking 9th and 6th in the league for those categories.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Phoenix Suns: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Philadelphia 76ers
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PG Tyrese Maxey
SG Eric Gordon
SF Paul George
PF Caleb Martin
C Joel Embiid
Phoenix Suns
PG Monte Morris
SG Devin Booker
SF Bradley Beal
PF Kevin Durant
C Jusuf Nurkic
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Phoenix Suns: Injuries Update
The 76ers will be without Jared McCain, who is out due to a meniscus injury, and Kenyon Martin, who is sidelined with a foot injury. Kelly Oubre is listed as questionable with a hand injury and may be a game-time decision.
The Suns, on the other hand, will be missing Royce O’Neale, who is out with an ankle injury. Tyus Jones and Oso Ighodaro are both questionable for the game due to illness and could be unavailable depending on their recovery.
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