Golden State enters Philadelphia battered and uncertain, with Steph Curry sidelined for the entire road trip and multiple rotation players nursing injuries ahead of Thursday’s meeting. Jimmy Butler’s status only adds to the concern as the Warriors try to halt a skid and find an offensive spark without their stars.
The Sixers aren’t fully healthy either, but Tyrese Maxey’s explosive scoring has kept them afloat while they navigate absences of their own. With both teams patching lineups together and searching for rhythm, this first meeting of the season becomes a test of depth, resilience, and who can create just enough continuity to claim a needed win.