Kings, 76ers Collide In Philly
The Philadelphia 76ers will host the Sacramento Kings at Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday.
The 76ers (14-12) are coming off a 131-113 win over the Charlotte Hornets at home on Sunday. During the win, Joel Embiid had an impressive outing. Embiid led the 76ers with 53 points, 12 rebounds, three assists and a block, in 34 minutes. James Harden followed up with 19 points, nine rebounds, 16 assists and a block, while Tobias Harris added 17 points, four rebounds, two assists, three steals and a block. The Sixers shot 55 percent from the field, including 13-of-27 from long range. Philadelphia has gone 9-5 at home and enters this game fresh off back-to-back wins, but the team has gone just 2-3 in its last five contests.
Danuel House (foot) has been tabbed as a game-time decision for Tuesday’s game, while Tyrese Maxey has been ruled out due to a foot injury.
The Kings (14-11) are coming off a disappointing 112-99 loss against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, and they continue their trip down the East Coast in this game. During that loss, Domantas Sabonis led the Kings with 20 points, adding 12 rebounds and four assists. Keegan Murray furnished 18 points and seven boards. Kevin Huerter supplied 17 points, six assists, five boards and two steals. Harrison Barnes posted 15 points, two rebounds and two assists. Malik Monk registered 12 points, four boards, one assist and one steal. The Kings have gone 6-7 on the road so far and have gone 3-2 in their last five, but they’ve also lost two of their last three games.
De’Aaron Fox (foot) practiced Monday but remains questionable for Tuesday’s game, while Alex Len (illness) has been ruled out.
The 76ers (14-12) are coming off a 131-113 win over the Charlotte Hornets at home on Sunday. During the win, Joel Embiid had an impressive outing. Embiid led the 76ers with 53 points, 12 rebounds, three assists and a block, in 34 minutes. James Harden followed up with 19 points, nine rebounds, 16 assists and a block, while Tobias Harris added 17 points, four rebounds, two assists, three steals and a block. The Sixers shot 55 percent from the field, including 13-of-27 from long range. Philadelphia has gone 9-5 at home and enters this game fresh off back-to-back wins, but the team has gone just 2-3 in its last five contests.
Danuel House (foot) has been tabbed as a game-time decision for Tuesday’s game, while Tyrese Maxey has been ruled out due to a foot injury.
The Kings (14-11) are coming off a disappointing 112-99 loss against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, and they continue their trip down the East Coast in this game. During that loss, Domantas Sabonis led the Kings with 20 points, adding 12 rebounds and four assists. Keegan Murray furnished 18 points and seven boards. Kevin Huerter supplied 17 points, six assists, five boards and two steals. Harrison Barnes posted 15 points, two rebounds and two assists. Malik Monk registered 12 points, four boards, one assist and one steal. The Kings have gone 6-7 on the road so far and have gone 3-2 in their last five, but they’ve also lost two of their last three games.
De’Aaron Fox (foot) practiced Monday but remains questionable for Tuesday’s game, while Alex Len (illness) has been ruled out.
Warriors and Bucks Set for Interconference Showdown
The Golden State Warriors take on the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on Tuesday night.
The Warriors (14-13) have been trending in the right direction of late, as they'll come into Tuesday's game having won six of their last nine contests. Their most recent success was notable, as they toppled the Boston Celtics by a 123-107 score on Saturday night. Klay Thompson led the Warriors with 34 points, adding five rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block. Stephen Curry delivered 32 points, seven assists, six rebounds and one block. Jordan Poole furnished 20 points, four assists, three rebounds and one block. Jonathan Kuminga registered 14 points, five boards and three assists. Draymond Green supplied 11 points, four rebounds, two assists and one block.
The Warriors will remain without Andrew Wiggins (groin) for Tuesday's contest. Green (ankle) will carry a probable tag.
The Bucks (19-7) have been even hotter than their opponent recently, as they're 7-2 in their last nine games. However, their most recent time on the floor resulted in a surprising 97-92 loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday night. Jrue Holiday led the Bucks with 25 points, complementing them with eight assists, six rebounds and three steals. Bobby Portis generated a 17-point, 15-rebound double-double that included two assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo produced 16 points, 18 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal. Grayson Allen netted 11 points.
The Bucks will list Holiday (illness) as questionable and Khris Middleton (ankle) as probable for Tuesday's contest. Joe Ingles (knee) will remain out.
Tuesday's game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. Golden State and Milwaukee split their two-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
The Warriors (14-13) have been trending in the right direction of late, as they'll come into Tuesday's game having won six of their last nine contests. Their most recent success was notable, as they toppled the Boston Celtics by a 123-107 score on Saturday night. Klay Thompson led the Warriors with 34 points, adding five rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block. Stephen Curry delivered 32 points, seven assists, six rebounds and one block. Jordan Poole furnished 20 points, four assists, three rebounds and one block. Jonathan Kuminga registered 14 points, five boards and three assists. Draymond Green supplied 11 points, four rebounds, two assists and one block.
The Warriors will remain without Andrew Wiggins (groin) for Tuesday's contest. Green (ankle) will carry a probable tag.
The Bucks (19-7) have been even hotter than their opponent recently, as they're 7-2 in their last nine games. However, their most recent time on the floor resulted in a surprising 97-92 loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday night. Jrue Holiday led the Bucks with 25 points, complementing them with eight assists, six rebounds and three steals. Bobby Portis generated a 17-point, 15-rebound double-double that included two assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo produced 16 points, 18 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal. Grayson Allen netted 11 points.
The Bucks will list Holiday (illness) as questionable and Khris Middleton (ankle) as probable for Tuesday's contest. Joe Ingles (knee) will remain out.
Tuesday's game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. Golden State and Milwaukee split their two-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
Rockets Look To Stay Hot At Home
By Dan Bruno
The Houston Rockets play host to the Phoenix Suns at Toyota Center on Tuesday evening.
The Rockets (8-18) have won three of their last five games and hope to keep the momentum going, as they face the second game of a seven-game home stand, with an opportunity to improve on their 5-5 home record. Jalen Green leads the team, averaging 21.6 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. Kevin Porter averages 18.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals, while Alperen Sengun averages 14.6 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists per game. The Rockets average 110.3 points per game, which is seventh fewest in the league, and they are giving up an average of 116.2, which is sixth most. Jae'Sean Tate (ankle) will remain out.
Meanwhile, the Suns (16-11) have lost four in a row and will look to get back on track as they face the third game of a four-game road trip, with a chance to build on their 4-8 road record. Devin Booker (hamstring) missed the last game and remains questionable for action on Tuesday. Deandre Ayton continues to play well, averaging 21.8 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 blocks over the last 10 games. Mikal Bridges averages 15.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.1 steals, while Chis Paul averages 9.9 points, 4.6 rebounds, 8.9 assists and 1.5 steals. The Suns average 116.1 points per game, which is sixth most in the league, while they are holding opponents to an average of 111.3 points. Cameron Johnson (knee) will remain sidelined.
The Rockets (8-18) have won three of their last five games and hope to keep the momentum going, as they face the second game of a seven-game home stand, with an opportunity to improve on their 5-5 home record. Jalen Green leads the team, averaging 21.6 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. Kevin Porter averages 18.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals, while Alperen Sengun averages 14.6 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists per game. The Rockets average 110.3 points per game, which is seventh fewest in the league, and they are giving up an average of 116.2, which is sixth most. Jae'Sean Tate (ankle) will remain out.
Meanwhile, the Suns (16-11) have lost four in a row and will look to get back on track as they face the third game of a four-game road trip, with a chance to build on their 4-8 road record. Devin Booker (hamstring) missed the last game and remains questionable for action on Tuesday. Deandre Ayton continues to play well, averaging 21.8 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 blocks over the last 10 games. Mikal Bridges averages 15.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.1 steals, while Chis Paul averages 9.9 points, 4.6 rebounds, 8.9 assists and 1.5 steals. The Suns average 116.1 points per game, which is sixth most in the league, while they are holding opponents to an average of 111.3 points. Cameron Johnson (knee) will remain sidelined.
Jazz Looking To Get Back On Track
By Dan Bruno
The Utah Jazz play host to the New Orleans Pelicans at Vivint Arena on Tuesday evening.
The Jazz (15-14) have dropped eight of their last 11 games, including the two most recent outings. They look to get back on track as they return home for a two-game home stand, with the chance to add to their 9-5 home record. Lauri Markkanen leads the team, averaging 22.2 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game. Jordan Clarkson averages 19.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists, while Kelly Olynyk is averaging 13.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game. The Jazz average 117.3 points per game, which is fifth most in the league. On the other end, they give up an average of 115.9 points against, while allowing opponents to shoot an average of 47.6 percent from the field. Collin Sexton (hamstring) remains sidelined.
Meanwhile, the Pelicans (18-8) will look to carry on the momentum of a seven-game win streak as they kick off a three-game road trip with the hopes of building on their 6-5 road record. Zion Williamson has been playing great lately, averaging 26.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.4 steals over the last 10 games. Jonas Valanciunas averages 13.2 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists, while C . McCollum is averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.1 steals per game. Brandon Ingram (toe) will remain sidelined, while Herbert Jones (ankle) is listed as probable for action. The Pelicans average 117.6 points per game, while shooting an average of 48.8 percent from the field. They have also been strong defensively, holding opponents to an average of 110.6 points per game.
The Jazz (15-14) have dropped eight of their last 11 games, including the two most recent outings. They look to get back on track as they return home for a two-game home stand, with the chance to add to their 9-5 home record. Lauri Markkanen leads the team, averaging 22.2 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game. Jordan Clarkson averages 19.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists, while Kelly Olynyk is averaging 13.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game. The Jazz average 117.3 points per game, which is fifth most in the league. On the other end, they give up an average of 115.9 points against, while allowing opponents to shoot an average of 47.6 percent from the field. Collin Sexton (hamstring) remains sidelined.
Meanwhile, the Pelicans (18-8) will look to carry on the momentum of a seven-game win streak as they kick off a three-game road trip with the hopes of building on their 6-5 road record. Zion Williamson has been playing great lately, averaging 26.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.4 steals over the last 10 games. Jonas Valanciunas averages 13.2 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists, while C . McCollum is averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.1 steals per game. Brandon Ingram (toe) will remain sidelined, while Herbert Jones (ankle) is listed as probable for action. The Pelicans average 117.6 points per game, while shooting an average of 48.8 percent from the field. They have also been strong defensively, holding opponents to an average of 110.6 points per game.
Lakers Host Celtics on Tuesday
The Los Angeles Lakers play host to the Boston Celtics at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday.
The Celtics (21-7) have been the best team in the NBA this season, but this west coast road trip has been unkind. They've played the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers on the road in their last two games, getting blown out in both of those. They did grab road wins versus the Phoenix Suns, Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets prior to that, though, and it's not a concern for this team to have a couple of bad losses against two of the best Western Conference teams. They still have the best record in the NBA and still sit Top-5 in offensive and defensive efficiency. As long as that continues, this club will have a lot of home games come postseason time.
The Lakers (11-15) had a tough three-game slide last week, losing on the road against the Toronto Raptors, Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers. Anyone would struggle with that sort of schedule, ending what was a promising run by the Lakers. They still have a 9-5 record across their last 14 games, with that three-game skid being the only blip on the radar. That's the team we expected to see at the beginning of the season, and it directly correlates with the health of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. AD has been the one carrying this team, averaging 31.4 points, 14.2 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 2.5 blocks across his last 13 games. Those are the MVP averages we've been waiting to see, and this team will keep winning as long as he's posting ridiculous statistics like those.
These teams split their two meetings last season, with the home team winning both outings.
The Celtics (21-7) have been the best team in the NBA this season, but this west coast road trip has been unkind. They've played the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers on the road in their last two games, getting blown out in both of those. They did grab road wins versus the Phoenix Suns, Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets prior to that, though, and it's not a concern for this team to have a couple of bad losses against two of the best Western Conference teams. They still have the best record in the NBA and still sit Top-5 in offensive and defensive efficiency. As long as that continues, this club will have a lot of home games come postseason time.
The Lakers (11-15) had a tough three-game slide last week, losing on the road against the Toronto Raptors, Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers. Anyone would struggle with that sort of schedule, ending what was a promising run by the Lakers. They still have a 9-5 record across their last 14 games, with that three-game skid being the only blip on the radar. That's the team we expected to see at the beginning of the season, and it directly correlates with the health of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. AD has been the one carrying this team, averaging 31.4 points, 14.2 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 2.5 blocks across his last 13 games. Those are the MVP averages we've been waiting to see, and this team will keep winning as long as he's posting ridiculous statistics like those.
These teams split their two meetings last season, with the home team winning both outings.