Los Angeles Lakers – Philadelphia 76ers: Luka vs Maxey
It’s the second and final meeting of the season between the Lakers and the Sixers, landing on trade-deadline day. Both clubs sit well in the playoff hunt and don’t look likely to shake things up before tonight’s cut-off. Bottom line: expect a high-octane showdown between two teams still chasing the Larry O’Brien in June.
Los Angeles Lakers: home-court edge 
Sitting sixth in the West, the Lakers have the Suns nipping at their heels in seventh. Facing the 76ers, the Luka Doncic and LeBron James-led group has a big task in front of the home crowd — where the Lakers have been solid this season (12 wins in 20 games). With Jaxson Hayes out (suspended for punching the Wizards’ mascot), Deandre Ayton will carry more minutes at centre, and he’s got to deal with a red-hot Joel Embiid across the floor.
In their last three games, JJ Redick’s side grabbed two wins against beatable teams: the Wizards (142-111) and the Nets (125-109). The loss to the Knicks (100-112) still highlights how the Angelenos can struggle versus top squads, especially ones with momentum. Hosting Philadelphia will be a proper test for the Lakers back at Crypto.com Arena.
INJURY REPORT : Adou Thiero (OUT) – Jaxson Hayes (OUT)
Philadelphia 76ers: sixth straight win?
The 76ers are sizzling — five wins on the spin, including impressive road victories at the Clippers (128-113) and the Warriors (113-94). Nick Nurse’s men are riding a Joel Embiid who looks close to his MVP-best form; right now the Cameroonian is practically untouchable.
For Philly the objective is obvious: beat the Lakers to keep pace with the Cavs and avoid falling behind the Knicks and Celtics, with an eye on finishing inside the East’s top two. With Paul George sidelined (25-game suspension), the supporting cast around Tyrese Maxey and Embiid needs to step up — just like Dominic Barlow did against the Clippers (26 points, 16 rebounds).
INJURY REPORT : Paul George (OUT) – Joel Embiid (questionable)
NBA Prediction Los Angeles Lakers vs Philadelphia 76ers
Over 228.5 points
Neither team is a pushover on defense, but both pack more offensive firepower than defensive depth. They’ve shown they can pile up points — games where both teams hit 120 are routine. With scorers like Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, plus confident role players around Philly, this one looks set to be an offensive shootout.
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