The Philadelphia 76ers (22-42) travel to face off against the Toronto Raptors (22-43) on Wednesday, March 12th. This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto and televised on NBCS. The Raptors are coming off a win in their previous game, while the 76ers are looking to get back on track from a loss to the 76ers. Tip-off is set for 7:30 ET.

76ers vs Raptors

The 76ers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The 76ers fell to 22-42 on the season after a 132-123 road loss to the Hawks on Monday. Philadelphia entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread, losing by nine. The total score of 255 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 229 by 26 points.

Philadelphia trailed 97-80 going into the 4th quarter after losing the 2nd and 3rd quarters by a combined 15 points. They made a push in the final period, outscoring the Hawks 43-35, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.

The Raptors Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Toronto improved to 22-43 on the season with a 119-104 win over the Wizards on Monday. The Raptors, favored by 7 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 223 fell short of the O/U line of 231.

A key moment came when the Raptors went on a 10-0 run, stretching their lead from 61-60 to 71-60. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring Washington 34-19, and maintained control in the 4th, entering with a 93-79 lead and edging the Wizards 26-25 in the final period.

76ers Offense Breakdown

Quentin Grimes poured in 35 points, including 17 in the 4th quarter, as the 76ers fell to the Hawks. Ricky Council added 14 of his 19 points in the final period, while Jeff Dowtin contributed 9 of his 17 points in the 3rd quarter.

The 76ers shot 50.5% from the field and connected on 16 threes at a 38.1% clip. Grimes hit 5 threes, shooting 45.5% from deep, and Dowtin added 4 threes, hitting 66.7% from beyond the arc.

Raptors Offense Breakdown

A.J. Lawson’s 32 points and 12 rebounds, including 7 made threes at a 50% clip, led the Raptors to a win over the Wizards. Despite shooting just 39.4% from the field, Toronto hit 16 threes, shooting 32.7% from beyond the arc.

Immanuel Quickley added 15 points, while Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett each contributed 14. Barnes also grabbed 13 rebounds. Lawson scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 3rd.

76ers Team Defense

The 76ers struggled defensively against the Hawks, giving up 132 points while allowing at least 31 points in every quarter. Atlanta shot 54% from the field, taking advantage of Philadelphia’s defensive lapses throughout the game.

From beyond the arc, the Hawks hit 15 threes at a 40% clip. The 76ers sent Atlanta to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. Philadelphia recorded 8 steals and 3 blocks but gave up 14 offensive rebounds.

Raptors Team Defense

The 76ers struggled defensively against the Hawks, allowing 132 points while giving up at least 31 points in each quarter. Atlanta shot 54% from the field, taking advantage of Philadelphia’s defensive lapses.

From beyond the arc, the Hawks hit 15 threes at a 40% clip. The 76ers sent Atlanta to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. Philadelphia recorded 25 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards, along with 8 steals and 3 blocks.

76ers vs Raptors Trends

• Across the 76ers last ten road games, the team averaged 110 points per game while allowing 121. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 3-7, while going 1-9 straight-up.
• The Raptors are 3-2 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
• In their last three games as the betting underdog, the 76ers have a straight up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 1-2.
• Through their last five games as the favorite, the Raptors have an ATS record of 3-2 and a straight up mark of 3-2.

76ers vs Raptors Prediction

Coming in as the underdogs at +3.5, we have the 76ers as the way to go on the point spread. Not only do we have them covering, but our projections show they have a good one of winning this one straight-up, if you’re looking for a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 219.5, and our model projects the 76ers and Raptors to reach a combined total of 147 points. Our bet is on taking the under.

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