‘The Beard’ makes his debut for the Sixers!

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers face off in a top-of-the-table matchup. The only edition so far this season has been a real nailbiter, as the decision only came after a double overtime and maximum close in favour of the Wolves 121-120!

This also allowed the home side to end a black streak of eight previous defeats in this pairing. For the undoubtedly once again very exciting game between Minnesota and Philadelphia on 26.02.2022 from 02:00 o’clock, you can read an NBA tip below!

Minnesota Timberwolves – Statistics & current form

The Timberwolves will come out a little tired as they play a back-to-back. Last night they already faced the Grizzlies from Memphis and the encounter ended with a 119-114 victory. Further proof that the 2004 Northwest Division winners are coming on strong this season.

Memphis, as third in the West, has long been an extended circle of title candidates, which is why the success is to be highly valued. In the game, Karl-Anthony Towns was once again very reliable with a double-double in points and rebounds.

The centre, who won the three-point contest at the last All-Star Weekend, remains the most important player on both sides of the court for Head Coach Chris Finch’s team. His very good balance in the last game was also particularly remarkable, as he had to spend about half of the last quarter on the bench due to already five fouls.

Philadelphia 76ers – Statistics & current form

The Sixers have consistently made the playoffs in the past four seasons. However, the run in the postseason was always comparatively short, as they failed to reach more than the second round. To make things better this year, James Harden was recently signed by the Nets.

With the MVP of 2018, the visitors now have another very accurate player on their hands and “The Beard” should relieve Joel Embiid in particular. The Cameroonian centre could well become the next MVP, but has had too little support in Philly so far.

So far, Harden has not been able to help his new team because a hand injury has kept him out of action. However, he is now set to make his debut for the Sixers!

Minnesota Timberwolves – Philadelphia 76ers Tip

76ers head coach Doc Rivers will be banking on his side’s away strength in this encounter. No team in the East has a higher winning percentage in its away games. The three-time champions have won just under two-thirds of their 29 away games to date, the last time being in 1983.

For the game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers, the tip also includes another away win. This is due to the fact that the men from the target centre have to play back-to-back and therefore have a physical disadvantage.

Furthermore, James Harden will make his debut for the Sixers. Of course, the guard will still be a little rusty due to his long break from the game, but with him on board, the 76ers are unquestionably in a stronger position once again. In addition, his debut should give the rest of the visiting team another mental boost.