76ers Heavily Favored to Continue Up Win Streak to Five Against Raptors
The Philadelphia 76ers are featured in our NBA Championship predictions, and they took to continue their good run against the Raptors.
They have played only three games, winning the last two, and are favored to win by 8½ points.
It’s an all-Eastern Conference showdown, which could focus on defense.
Raptors Not Firing
After winning their season opener, the Raptors lost three on the bounce before beating Milwaukee 130-111 on Wednesday.
They are 3-2 against the spread at the sportsbook, but we’re still worried by their recent loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
The 99-91 setback highlighted the scoring troubles for the Raptors, who aren’t getting the usual production from their star players.
Bettors cashed in early with wins over Washington and Minnesota, but there is trepidation in NBA betting markets this time around.
They are the +8½ underdogs, so they’re not expected to keep up with the 76ers, who have looked impressive so far.
76ers Backed with Confidence
There is plenty of betting online confidence for the 76ers, who have looked impressive with consecutive wins.
They showed their offense skills with a 126-98 win over the Trail Blazers, which is an excellent form guide for this contest.
Joel Embiid showed why he was voted MVP last year, dropping 35 points.
“Third game of the season, home opener, love playing in front of the fans, especially in Philly,” Embiid told the media. “I don’t think I would have missed the first game of the season in Philly.”
“Now and then, I might kind of lose myself. That’s just a different me.”
NBA prop bets have value odds for Embiid to have another big game, and he could have a field day in the paint against the Raptors.
Raptors vs 76ers Head-to-Head
The Raptors have a 62-46 advantage over the 76ers, but Philadelphia is riding a four-game win streak. It prevailed 114-107 last month, which is the best form guide for the upcoming NBA game on Thursday.
Raptors vs 76ers Betting Lines
Toronto Raptors vs Philadelphia 76ers Game Information
- Game: Toronto Raptors (2-3) at Philadelphia 76ers (2-1)
- Date/Time: Nov. 2, 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia
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Raptors vs 76ers Game Prediction
Predicted Score: Philadelphia 76ers 110, Toronto Raptors 96
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Worth Betting Moneyline?
The odds for the 76ers to win outright are too short to back. However, they could be worth including in Thursday NBA parlays.
We can’t see the 76ers getting beaten given their current form.
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Worth Betting ATS?
The 76ers won by seven points against the Raptors last week, but we think these teams are going in different directions.
Philadelphia is playing much better basketball, and Toronto is regressing after a hot start. Therefore, we’re happy to take the 76ers -8½.
NBA Pick: Philadelphia -8½
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Worth Betting on the Totals?
The sportsbook expects a low-scoring game, which could have something to do with the Raptors.
We have 206 points being scored, so we’re locking in the under 216½ as a value bet.
NBA Pick: Raptors/76ers Under 215½
Questions Of The Day
Who are the most in-form players for the 76ers?
Joel Embiid is the best player for the 76ers, and could dominate the NBA once again.
Whose defense is more stifling in the Raptors vs 76ers game?
The 76ers are a much better defensive team, which could give the Raptors some trouble.
