The Golden State Warriors will take on the Philadelphia 76ers tonight at 10:00 p.m. EST, marking their first meeting of the season. Last year, the Warriors swept the season series against the 76ers. Philadelphia enters this matchup on the second night of a back-to-back, following a tough loss to the Sacramento Kings, while Golden State enjoys a rest advantage.
However, the Warriors are dealing with significant injury concerns. Five players are listed on their injury report, including Steph Curry, who is questionable due to a right thumb sprain, and Draymond Green, who is probable with a left lower back contusion. Brandin Podziemski is out with right abdominal tightness, Kyle Anderson is questionable with an illness, and Gary Payton II will miss the game due to a left calf strain.
On the other hand, the 76ers also have several key players sidelined. Joel Embiid is questionable with a left foot sprain, having appeared in only 11 games this season while averaging 23.7 points, 7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists. Kelly Oubre Jr. will miss his second consecutive game with a left-hand sprain, and both Andre Drummond and KJ Martin are out due to injuries. Jared McCain is also unavailable as he recovers from left knee meniscus surgery.
