The Warriors facing a must-win task
West vs East, Stephen Curry vs Joel Embiid, first place vs sixth place. The general conditions of this duel speak for an explosive duel. If you take a closer look, however, it quickly becomes clear that the home team in Golden State Warriors vs. Philadelphia 76ers goes into the game as the clear favourite according to forecasts.
After a little more than a fifth of the season, the Golden State Warriors stand with the best statistics in the entire league and continue to surprise many. The Philadelphia 76ers, on the other hand, are struggling with immense injury woes. In the absence of some stars, they still managed to win their last league game.
In the match between the Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers, a bet on an away win by Philly would be more than surprising according to the bookmakers, given their current injury worries. Besides, the Warriors are playing the most successful basketball in the entire league so far.
Golden State Warriors – Statistics & current form
With 15 wins and two losses, the Warriors are exceeding everything that was predicted before the season. Many expected an improved team that would have a say in the battle for the playoffs. Still, first place after 17 completed games surprises most everyone watching.
Convincing offence, outstanding defence
The Warriors not only impress with a good offence (112.9 points on average per game), which is currently only surpassed by the Utah Jazz, but especially with an outstanding defence. First place in the overall league comparison is logical with a scoring average of 100 points allowed per game. Even though they have been above that average in their last two games, the Warriors remain in first place.
Jordan Poole MIP, Stephen Curry MVP?
Jordan Poole, who usually lines up as the sixth man in the rotation, is currently one of the reasons why the Warriors are greeting from the spot in the sun. Averaging over 18 points, three assists and three rebounds, the 22-year-old has put all doubters to rest in his third NBA season. With over six points per game more than last season, he is one of the hottest contenders for the Most Improved Player award. There it is all about the player who has improved the most compared to last season. Poole has scored over 30 points in each of the last two games.
Overshadowing his offensive performances in a Warriors jersey is only one man. Point guard Stephen Curry provides plenty of highlights almost without exception in every game. Recently named the best three-point shooter in NBA history, the man with the number 30 on his back always delivers exceptional performances. With 28.4 points and over 41% from the three-point line; it is one of his best seasons ever. Logically, given his own and the team’s performance, he is currently considered a prime candidate for the Most Valuable Player award. In the Golden State Warriors vs Philadelphia 76ers clash, betting odds involving his individual performance should be considered.
Philadelphia 76ers – Statistics & current form
The Philadelphia 76ers are not really to be envied this season. Ongoing problems with their point guard Ben Simmons, who does not want to play for the franchise anymore, cannot be solved. In addition, there continue to be no suitable trades on the horizon due to the all-star’s high salary, which would need to be compensated.
Apart from that, the 76ers are currently complaining about major injury worries. Not only is franchise player Joel Embiid currently unavailable, but also Tobias Harris, Danny Green and Seth Curry were missing against the Sacramento Kings. The starting five consisting of Niang, Drummond, Maxey, Thybulle and Korkmaz will probably be changed again against the Warriors. However, this still depends on the injured.
Tyrese Maxey starts through
The beneficiary of the Simmons issue is Tyrese Maxey, who is putting in strong performances in his second NBA season to take advantage of the playing time gained by the absence of Simmons. The 21st pick in last year’s first round draft is putting up career bests with 18.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 4.6 assists on average per game.
Good offense, stumbling defense
The absence of Ben Simmons is especially noticeable on the defensive end of the field. Philly ranks 23rd in the league in scoring. They allow an average of 109.7 points per game. In the upcoming matchup, Oakland will face the second best offense in the league. It is understandable to bet on a high-scoring game in Golden State Warriors vs. Philadelphia 76ers.
Prior to their recent win over the Kings, the 76ers lost six of seven games and slipped to sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings. They are only one win away from eleventh place. It is still too early to make long-term predictions, but it can already be said that Philadelphia urgently needs their injured players back. In addition, a solution should be found as soon as possible in the case of Ben Simmons if they want to play a good role in the playoffs this year.
Curry vs. Curry
Golden State vs 76ers also always means Curry vs Curry. Both guards are playing in their own spheres again this season in terms of efficient shooting. With 43.% from the three-point line, the younger Seth even surpasses his older brother. It remains to be seen if he can contribute again after his injury break.
Besides Curry, other stars such as Danny Green and Tobias Harris are also questionable for the game against the Warriors. Superstar Joel Embiid, on the other hand, is certain to miss the game and could make his comeback on Saturday.
Golden State Warriors – Philadelphia 76ers Head-to-head comparison / H2H-balance
The two duels last season when the Warriors struggled to even make the playoffs and the 76ers finished the regular season in first place in the Eastern Conference both ended with an away win. Each team also won once each two seasons ago.
Golden State Warriors – Philadelphia 76ers Tip
After just over a month, early trends in the NBA’s 75th season can already be discerned. While the Golden State Warriors, in the absence of their first pick James Wiseman, who is missing due to injury, and all-star Klay Thompson, who is in rehabilitation training after his serious injuries, are putting up the best statistics in the league with outstanding performances, the 76ers have so far attracted more attention with news off the court.
The Ben Simmons case is still unclear. Superstar Joel Embiid and other important players have been missing recently due to injury. There are still a number of holes for Coach Rivers. At least the 76ers were able to establish a dangerous offensive style of play.
For the upcoming duel between the Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers, our predictions at good odds go in the direction of a high-scoring game. If you want to bet on a winner, you can definitely consider a handicap win for the Warriors. It remains crucial how the 76ers’ personnel situation changes before the game. If the same players as last time are absent, it could be a debacle. We are betting 6 units on a game over 215.5 points.
