NBA: Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors Injury Reports, Predicted Lineups, and Starting 5s

In-Game 3 of their first-round series, the Philadelphia 76ers will face the Toronto Raptors in Toronto, Canada. The 76ers have gathered up steam after a poor start to the season and are demonstrating why they are one of the greatest teams in the league. Philadelphia has a new superstar in James Harden after moving on from Ben Simmons. Harden and Joel Embiid is projected to lead Philly to the championship this season. In their first-round series with the Raptors, they are up 2-0. The 76ers will try to win at least one game on the road before ending the series in Game 5 at home.

Meanwhile, the Raptors entered the playoffs as the Eastern Conference's fifth seed. They are under pressure to perform well in Games 4 and 5, as they cannot afford to lose any of their home games. Toronto won eight of their final ten regular-season games. They'll try to emulate that form as they try to carry the series to a conclusion.

Injury Report for the Philadelphia 76ers

The 76ers had a near-perfect health record heading into this game. Except for Matisse Thybulle and Charles Bassey, all of Doc Rivers' players are healthy and available for selection. Without vaccinations, the former is ineligible to enter Canada, while Bassey is suffering from a shoulder sprain.

Injury Update for the Toronto Raptors

The Raptors are also coming in with a nearly perfect health record. Only Gary Trent Jr. and Scottie Barnes' participation is in jeopardy owing to injuries. Trent Jr.'s status could change depending on the outcome of the game.

Predicted Lineups for Philadelphia 76ers vs. Toronto Raptors

Philadelphia 76ers

The two guards should be James Harden and Tyrese Maxey. The frontcourt might be led by Danny Green and Tobias Harris, with Joel Embiid serving as the center.

Toronto Raptors

The backcourt might be manned by Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr., while the forwards could be OG Anunoby and Chris Boucher. Pascal Siakam should be the starting point guard.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors: Predicted Starting 5s

Philadelphia 76ers

G - Tyrese Maxey; G - James Harden; F - Danny Green; F - Tobias Harris; C - Joel Embiid.

Toronto Raptors

G - Fred VanVleet; G - Gary Trent Jr.; F - OG Anunoby Barnes; F - Chris Boucher; C - Pascal Siakam.