Portland Trail Blazers vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction

🔮 Expert Prediction

The key matchup here is Tyrese Maxey against Anfernee Simons; whoever wins that backcourt battle likely swings the game. The Sixers are reeling, having dropped seven of their last ten, including a particularly ugly home loss to the Knicks where they shot just 36.8% from the field. Portland, on the other hand, has won three straight, riding the hot hand of Simons, who just dropped 32 points on the Hawks.

Thing is, the Sixers still have more talent, even without Joel Embiid. They’re due for a breakout performance, and Portland often struggles to contain dynamic guards like Maxey. I’m taking the Sixers in a close one. Philadelphia 76ers 118, Portland Trail Blazers 112.