Cavs vs 76ers Preview Odds Injury Report TV

Cavs face 76ers in Philly after recent loss. 76ers struggle without Embiid. Cavs look to bounce back after slow start.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers for the third time this season, with the game taking place in Philadelphia. In their last meeting in Cleveland, the 76ers were able to secure a 123-121 victory over the Cavs, despite missing their star player, Joel Embiid. However, when the Cavs visited Philadelphia earlier in the season, they emerged victorious with a 122-119 win, thanks in part to the contributions of Craig Porter Jr., who recently signed a new four-year deal with the team.

The Cavs are looking to bounce back after a slow start to the second half of the season, having suffered a loss to the Orlando Magic in their previous game. With this in mind, they have added motivation to seek revenge against the 76ers in their upcoming matchup.

Meanwhile, the 76ers are facing their own challenges, as they strive to maintain their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race without the presence of Joel Embiid. The team has experienced a recent downturn, losing six of their last eight games and slipping to fifth place in the East. Tyrese Maxey has been a standout performer for the 76ers, averaging impressive statistics over their recent games.

Looking ahead, the Cavs are preparing for a demanding March schedule, with 17 games scheduled over a 31-day period, including 14 consecutive matchups in different cities. Despite this challenging schedule, the Cavs had been in strong form prior to the All-Star break, winning 18 of their last 20 games. The potential return of Donovan Mitchell to the lineup for the upcoming game provides further optimism for the team.

In terms of player availability, the Cavs may be without Donovan Mitchell due to illness, while Ty Jerome and Tristan Thompson are both confirmed as unavailable for the game.