The Philadelphia 76ers will be on the road to face the Indiana Pacers on Saturday. Philly is 11th in the Eastern Conference with a 15-24 record, while Indiana is fifth with a 23-19 record.
Just when it seemed the Sixers were turning a corner, a fresh wave of injuries has impeded their chance of moving up the standings. They are on a four-game losing streak and have won just three of their last 10 games.
Philly is coming off a 125-119 overtime loss to the New York Knicks on Wednesday. Tyrese Maxey led the team with 33 points, while Paul George had 26 points. The team was once again without Joel Embiid, who is out with a knee injury.
Meanwhile, the Pacers defeated the Detroit Pistons 111-100 on Thursday. Myles Turner led the team in scoring with 28 points. Pascal Siakam had 26 points, Tyrese Haliburton had 17 and Andrew Nembhard had 12.
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Indiana is going through a purple patch and has won eight of its previous 10 outings. It has an 11-7 record at home, which bodes well for Saturday’s game.
The two teams have faced each other on 198 occasions, with Philly holding a 111-87 lead. This will be their third meeting this season, with the series tied 1-1. They last played on Dec. 13, as the Pacers won 121-107 behind Haliburton’s 32 points and 11 assists. Maxey led the 76ers with 22 points.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers: Injury Reports
76ers injury report for Jan. 18
The Sixers have a long list of injuries. Joel Embiid is out with knee swelling, and so are Kyle Lowry (hip), Caleb Martin (groin), Andre Drummond (toe), KJ Martin (foot) and Jared McCain (knee). Paul George (left groin tightness) and Guerschon Yabusele (knee) are questionable for Saturday’s game.
Pacers injury report for Jan. 18
The Pacers didn’t report any new injuries, as Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman continue to be sidelined with Achilles injuries.
Here’s a look at the Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers’ starting lineups and depth charts for Jan. 18.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers: Starting lineups and depth chart
76ers starting lineup and depth chart
Pacers starting lineup and depth chart
Where and how to watch Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers?
The Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers matchup is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. EST from Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network - Indiana and NBC Sports Philadelphia. Fans can also stream it live on NBA League Pass and fuboTV.
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