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The San Antonio Spurs will face the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday (October 22) in NBA action.
Spurs opened their account with a 137-134 win against the Indiana Pacers. Meanwhile, Joel Embiid and Co. have lost their opening two games, first to the Boston Celtics (126-117) and against the Milwaukee Bucks (88-90).
The Spurs play in the Western Conference, whereas the 76ers are from the Eastern Conference. Philadelphia has won the last five meetings between the two teams.
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San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers: Match Details
Fixture: San Antonio Spurs @ Philadelphia 76ers
Date & Time: Saturday, October 22; 06:00 pm EDT
Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers: Betting Odds
Joel Embiid is yet to find his MVP form this season. He has been rather disappointing in the first two games.
The only positive that has come out is James Harden, who has scored 30+ points in both games. Philadelphia is fifth in the Atlantic Division and 13th in the East. They have averaged 102.0 points per game.
They will hope to pick up their first win of the season against Spurs.
San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers: Important Statistics
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Spurs have won nine of their last ten meetings with the 76ers, averaging 115.5 ppg. Philadelphia is shooting over 40% from behind the arc against San Antonio, while Embiid averages 26.2 ppg against them. Greg Poppovich's team has to be careful when they step on to the court.
San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers: Pick
The Spurs will be looking to give the 76ers their third straight defeat. However, it is high-time Joel Embiid steps up and provides more points for his team.
The big center has averaged 20.5 ppg in two games, along with 13.5 rebounds and four assists. He will have to bring his A-game to prove his worth.
Pick: Joel Embiid Total Points Over 26.5 (-130)
San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers: Prediction
San Antonio is going through a transition, investing in young talent. It will take a lot from them to beat Philadelphia in their backyard even if the 76ers are struggling. After losing two games, the 76ers should win this one without too much difficulty.
Prediction: Philadelphia 76ers -13.5 (-110) & Total Over 223.5 (-110)
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