Raptors vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jakob Poeltl has been ruled out for the Toronto Raptors, which will provide Collin Murray-Boyles with an opportunity to continue his solid performance as the team faces Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers. The Raptors are aiming for their fifth consecutive win but are positioned as 5.5-point underdogs in the second half of a back-to-back game.

The Raptors' recent success has been driven by the strong play of Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Brandon Ingram, who are all averaging over 20 points per game with field goal percentages above 50%. The team's depth has been a key factor in their winning streak, and it will be crucial in this matchup with Poeltl sidelined for load management after returning from a back injury.

In Poeltl's absence, the Raptors adopted a smaller lineup by starting rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, who averaged 11.3 points and shot 51.9% from the floor in three starts, playing over 25 minutes per game. Murray-Boyles is expected to start again, and with the 76ers ranking 23rd in defensive rating, he is likely to have scoring opportunities. This supports the best bet of Murray-Boyles scoring over 8.5 points, a feat he achieved in two of his three starts.