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

On Monday night, the Philadelphia 76ers will take on the Toronto Raptors at Wells Fargo Center. This will be the second game of the first-round series between the two teams in the NBA playoffs in 2022, with the 76ers leading 1-0. After missing the playoffs the previous season, the Raptors had a successful season. Their start to the seven-game series, though, was not what they had hoped for. In Game 1, they were trounced by Philadelphia, losing 111-131.

Pascal Siakam, who shot 50% from the field, led the Toronto Raptors in scoring with 24 points. Fred VanVleet and OG Anunoby also contributed, but they will be asked to do a lot more in the next games. In Game 1, Joel Embiid and James Harden had dismal shooting percentages, but Tyrese Maxey led the Philadelphia 76ers to victory with 38 points. Maxey's explosion was his most in the playoffs.

Injury Update for the Toronto Raptors

Scottie Barnes' status is labeled as questionable due to a sprain in his left ankle. Thaddeus Young's left thumb was hyperextended, and he is also listed as questionable. Gary Trent Jr. is rated as questionable since he has a non-COVID ailment.

Injury Report for the Philadelphia 76ers

Because of a contusion in his right knee, Jaden Springer is categorized as doubtful. Charles Bassey, meanwhile, will be absent due to a sprain in his right shoulder.

Predicted Lineups for Toronto Raptors vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Toronto Raptors

The team's backcourt will most likely be filled by Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent, with OG Anunoby providing help at small forward. Pascal Siakam is expected to start at power forward, with Chris Boucher set to take over at center for Scottie Barnes.

Philadelphia 76ers

The team's starting backcourt will be James Harden and Tyrese Maxey, with Harden playing point guard. The forward positions will be filled by Danny Green and Tobias Harris, with Joel Embiid manning the paint to finish out the starting five.

Toronto Raptors vs Philadelphia 76ers: Predicted Starting 5s

Toronto Raptors

Point Guard – Fred VanVleet | Shooting Guard – Gary Trent | Small Forward – OG Anunoby | Power Forward – Pascal Siakam | Center – Chris Boucher.

Philadelphia 76ers

Point Guard – James Harden | Shooting Guard – Tyrese Maxey | Small Forward – Danny Green | Power Forward – Tobias Harris | Center – Joel Embiid.