The NBA Regular Season is kicking off with an exciting game between the Toronto Raptors and the Philadelphia 76ers. The game will take place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Fans can watch the action unfold on NBCS.
The Toronto Raptors come into this game with a 5-6 record. Head Coach Darko Rajakovic's team is ranked 7th in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors are looking to bounce back from a two-game losing streak.
On the other hand, the Philadelphia 76ers hold a 9-3 record this season. Under the guidance of Head Coach Nick Nurse, the 76ers are ranked 2nd in the Eastern Conference. They aim to recover quickly from a recent loss against the Boston Celtics.
Philadelphia is favored in this matchup with a spread of -10.5, while Toronto has a spread of +10.5. The over/under for the game is set at 220.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring encounter.
76ers vs Raptors At a Glance
- Game Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena
- Game Time: Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- Home Team Record: Philadelphia 76ers (9-3)
- Away Team Record: Toronto Raptors (5-6)
- TV Broadcast: NBCS
- Game Odds: 76ers favored with a -10.5 spread
The Philadelphia 76ers Prepare for Their Next Game
Offensive Performance
The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 110.2 points per game this season. They rank 24th in the league in scoring. Their field goal percentage is 44.4%, placing them 24th.
The team takes 88.1 field goal attempts per game, which ranks 13th. They are also 5th in two-point attempts per game. However, their two-point shooting percentage is 51.2%, ranking 26th.
Defensive Strengths
Defensively, the 76ers allow 109.2 points per game, ranking 8th in the league. Their field goal percentage allowed is 45.0%, placing them 10th. They are also 7th in blocked shots per game with 4.2.
Their three-point percentage allowed is 33.1%, which is 7th best in the league. This helps them control opponents' scoring from beyond the arc. Despite this, they struggle in rebounding, allowing 47.3 per game, ranking 26th.
Key Players to Watch
Tyrese Maxey is leading the team with an average of 26.7 points per game. His shooting accuracy is impressive at 49.1%. He also contributes 5.3 assists per game.
Jaylen Brown adds 21.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. Joel Embiid, although questionable for the game, averages 17.7 points and 9.3 rebounds.
Injury Concerns
LeBron James is dealing with a back issue and is listed as questionable. Joel Embiid also faces uncertainty with a foot injury. Dominick Barlow, Adem Bona, and Ariel Hukporti are out with longer-term injuries.
Team Betting Trends
- 76ers have won 75% of their games this season.
- As favorites, they have won 85.7% of games.
- Against the spread in their last 3 games, they are 0-3.
- The team is 4-8 in over/under bets this season.
Toronto Raptors Ready to Take on the 76ers
Offensive Performance
The Toronto Raptors average 114.5 points per game this season, ranking 14th in the league. They attempt 91.8 field goals per game, the second-most in the NBA. Their field goal percentage sits at 45.2, placing them 22nd overall.
From beyond the arc, the Raptors make 11.6 three-pointers per game, ranking 25th. Their three-point shooting percentage is 32.4, which is 27th in the league. They are also seventh in free throw attempts per game but only 28th in free throw percentage.
Defensive Insights
Defensively, the Raptors allow 111.9 points per game, ranking 12th in the league. They lead the NBA by allowing the fewest field goal attempts per game at 79.8. Their opponents, however, have a high shooting percentage against them, ranked 23rd.
The team is strong in blocking shots, ranking fifth with 4.2 per game. Despite their defensive efforts, they allow 23.8 free throws made per game, which is second-worst in the league. They rank ninth in rebounds allowed per game.
Key Players to Watch
RJ Barrett is a key player for the Raptors, averaging 20.5 points per game. Immanuel Quickley also contributes significantly with 16.7 points and 5.6 assists per game. Scottie Barnes is questionable for the game due to an injury but has been a strong performer, averaging 23.5 points.
Jakob Poeltl is a reliable presence in the paint, averaging 8.2 points and 6.8 rebounds. Ja'Kobe Walter adds depth with 11.5 points per game. The absence of Kawhi Leonard due to a knee injury will be felt, as he is one of their top players.
Recent Game Performances
In their recent game against the Boston Celtics, the Raptors lost by five points, scoring 93 points. RJ Barrett had 12 points, while Ja'Kobe Walter scored 17. Against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Raptors fell short with a 16-point loss, where Jamal Shead led with 20 points.
However, the Raptors secured a win against the Milwaukee Bucks, scoring 121 points. Jakob Poeltl and Collin Murray-Boyles both scored 19 points each. Jamal Shead also contributed with 16 assists.
Betting Trends
- The Raptors are 1-2 in their last 3 straight-up games.
- As favorites, they have a 5-1 record straight up this season.
- They are 0-5 straight up as underdogs.
- Against the spread, they are 5-6 overall this season.
- The Raptors have hit the over in 5 of their 11 games.
76ers vs Raptors Prediction: Over 220.5
The 76ers are scoring 110.2 points per game. They have a strong record at home with 4-2, showing they can perform well on their court.
The Raptors average 114.5 points per game. Their defense allows 111.9 points per game, which could lead to a high-scoring game.
The previous head-to-head games have often seen high scores. The teams have gone over 220 points in multiple recent games.
Considering both teams' scoring abilities and defensive stats, the total is likely to go over 220.5. The projected final score supports this with high scores from both teams.
- 76ers vs Raptors Prediction: Over 220.5
- 76ers vs Raptors Score: 76ers 118 - Raptors 112
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