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A four-game schedule featuring several intriguing matchups, with Philadelphia looking to bounce back from its latest defeat, Detroit aiming to strengthen its position near the top of the East and Minnesota attempting to extend its impressive winning streak.
The 76ers welcome Toronto in a meeting between Atlantic rivals, while the Pistons travel to Washington carrying one of the conference’s strongest defensive records.
TORONTO @ PHILADELPHIA
Odds: TOR +10.5 ($1.90) / PHI -10.5 ($1.90)
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| TOR | 5 | 6 | 2-3 | 3-3 |
| PHI | 9 | 3 | 4-2 | 5-1 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| TOR | 114.5 | 111.9 | +2.6 | 226.4 |
| PHI | 110.2 | 109.2 | +1.0 | 219.4 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| TOR | OVER | |
| +10.5 | 220.5 |
Toronto and Philadelphia meet for the first time this season at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday night. Last season’s four-game series finished 2-2, with both teams recording one home and one road victory. Tyrese Maxey averaged 31.5 points across the series.
Philadelphia are coming off a 123-101 defeat to Boston, marking their 16th loss from their last 21 home games against Atlantic Division opponents. The 76ers will be looking to improve that record after suffering a 22-point defeat.
Toronto suffered a 98-93 loss to Boston yesterday, with RJ Barrett shooting just 5-of-16 from the field (31.3%) in Scottie Barnes’ absence. The Raptors have now lost five straight games when Barrett shoots below 35.0%. LeBron James and Joel Embiid are both questionable for Philadelphia.
PICK – Over 220.5 Total Points
DETROIT PISTONS @ WASHINGTON WIZARDS
Odds: DET -9.5 ($1.90) / WAS +9.5 ($1.90)
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| DET | 7 | 3 | 3-2 | 4-1 |
| WAS | 4 | 8 | 2-2 | 2-6 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| DET | 112.7 | 104.6 | +8.1 | 217.3 |
| WAS | 107.5 | 113.4 | -5.9 | 220.9 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| DET | UNDER | |
| -9.5 | 220.5 |
Washington and Detroit meet for the second time this season at Capital One Arena on Thursday night. The Pistons won their first meeting 122-111 on Monday and have now won five straight road games against the Wizards.
Washington are coming off a 114-101 defeat to Indiana despite Kyshawn George recording 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 threes. The Wizards have now lost five straight games and face a quick turnaround on the second leg of a back-to-back.
Detroit defeated Washington 122-111 in their previous outing, with John Collins, Duncan Robinson and Daniss Jenkins each scoring at least 22 points. The Pistons overcame a 44-point performance from Anthony Davis to snap a two-game losing streak and will be looking to secure another victory over the Wizards.
PICK – Detroit Pistons -9.5
DALLAS MAVERICKS @ MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES
Odds: DAL +5.5 ($1.90) / MIN -5.5 ($1.90)
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| DAL | 7 | 4 | 5-2 | 2-2 |
| MIN | 8 | 3 | 4-1 | 4-2 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| DAL | 114.9 | 110.3 | +4.6 | 225.2 |
| MIN | 118.1 | 107.0 | +11.1 | 225.1 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| MIN | UNDER | |
| -5.5 | 226.5 |
Dallas and Minnesota meet for the first time this season at Target Center on Thursday night, separated by just 1.0 game in the Western Conference standings. The Timberwolves have won six straight against the Mavericks, including a 4-0 sweep of last season’s series.
Minnesota are coming off a 115-100 victory over Utah, with Ayo Dosunmu leading the way with 26 points. The Timberwolves have now won four straight games and will be looking to extend their winning streak against Dallas to seven.
Dallas defeated Indiana 125-122 on Monday, with Cooper Flagg delivering 43 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals on 16-of-25 shooting (64.0%). Kyrie Irving added 35 points as the Mavericks extended their winning streak to six games when Flagg scores at least 20 points.
PICK – Minnesota Timberwolves -5.5
CHARLOTTE HORNETS @ PHOENIX SUNS
Odds: CHA +6.5 ($1.92) / PHX -6.5 ($1.88)
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| CHA | 4 | 7 | 3-4 | 1-3 |
| PHX | 4 | 6 | 4-3 | 0-3 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| CHA | 98.8 | 110.4 | -11.6 | 209.2 |
| PHX | 112.8 | 118.1 | -5.3 | 230.9 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| CHA | OVER | |
| +6.5 | 214.5 |
Charlotte and Phoenix meet for the first time this season at Mortgage Matchup Center on Thursday night, with both teams holding four wins in 2026-27. The Suns have won five straight home games against the Hornets, including a 111-99 victory last season. Devin Booker averaged 26.0 points across their two meetings.
Phoenix are coming off a 133-110 victory over the Clippers, winning by 23 points. The Suns have now won three of their last four games and will be looking to extend their home winning streak against Charlotte to six.
Charlotte upset Cleveland 124-112 on Monday, with Grayson Allen recording 27 points and 6 threes on 8-of-14 shooting (57.1%). The 12-point victory snapped a six-game losing streak. Brandon Miller remains out for the Hornets, while Moussa Diabate is probable to return.
PICK – Over 214.5 Total Points
