Golden State Warriors Vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction, Preview, And Betting Odds
The Philadelphia 76ers and Golden State Warriors are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 08:00 PM ET at the Chase Center (San Francisco). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
- Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM PST
- Location: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- TV: ABC
Match Prediction Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors
This game is a tough call to make, especially with Stephen Curry still sidelined and Draymond Green potentially out. The 76ers have the advantage at home with Joel Embiid in MVP form, but the Warriors are a resilient team with a championship pedigree. If Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole find their rhythm offensively, they could keep the game close.
My Predicted Score:
- 76ers 115, Warriors 110
Head to Head
- Overall Record: Warriors lead 24-15
- Points per game: Warriors 107.1, 76ers 103.3
- Home win percentage: Warriors 73.7%, 76ers 47.4%
- Away win percentage: Warriors 52.6%, 76ers 26.3%
Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors Preview
This matchup features two playoff-caliber teams with contrasting strengths and weaknesses. The Warriors are known for their high-powered offense led by the Splash Brothers (when healthy) and Draymond Green’s playmaking. However, they’ve struggled defensively and on the road this season, missing Stephen Curry for a significant stretch and dealing with Draymond Green’s injury issues.
The 76ers boast the dominant MVP candidate Joel Embiid, who’s averaging 32.6 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. Tobias Harris and James Harden complement Embiid well, providing scoring and playmaking from the perimeter. Defensively, Philadelphia is solid, anchored by Embiid’s interior presence and Matisse Thybulle’s perimeter lockdown.
Injury Report:
- Warriors: Stephen Curry (out, shoulder), Draymond Green (questionable, quad), Klay Thompson (probable, knee), Andrew Wiggins (out, adductor)
- 76ers: Tyrese Maxey (out, foot)
Golden State Warriors vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Warriors +275 | 76ers -330
- Spread: Warriors +7.5 (-110) | 76ers -7.5 (-110)
- Over/Under: 228.5 points (Over -110 | Under -110)
- The 76ers are favored to win, but the Warriors have covered against the spread in 6 of their last 7 games.
- The under has hit in 4 of the Warriors’ last 5 games.
- Embiid is averaging 34 points per game against the Warriors in his career.
FAQs for Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors
What happened to the Philadelphia Warriors basketball team?
The Warriors stayed in Philadelphia through the 1961-62 season before moving west for the 1962-63 season. There they took on the name San Francisco Warriors for nine seasons, before becoming the Golden State Warriors in the 1971-72 season.
What is the record between the Warriors and the 76ers?
In all, the teams have met 325 times in the regular season and for 34 playoff contests, with the Sixers holding the edge 170-155. The 76ers and Warriors split their season series with one win each in the 2022-23 season.
Why are they called the 76ers?
A contest was held to decide on a new name for the team. The winning name, chosen by Walter Stalberg, was the “76ers”. The name comes from the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia in 1776, although “Sixers” was also utilized for shorter referencing.
What is the point spread on the Warriors 76ers game?
Warriors vs. 76ers spread: Warriors -5.5. Warriors vs. 76ers over/under: 234.5 points.
Who holds the best NBA record?
The best single regular season record was recorded by the Golden State Warriors in the 2015–16 season. In that season, the Warriors recorded 73 wins and 9 losses with a winning percentage of.
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Conclusion
This game is a toss-up with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. The 76ers have home-court advantage and the MVP-caliber play of Joel Embiid, but the Warriors are a proven championship team with experience overcoming adversity.
