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Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors Picks and Predictions – January 12, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers head to Scotiabank Arena for an Eastern Conference clash with the Toronto Raptors on Monday, January 12, 2026. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET, with Philly laying 2.5 points on the road and priced -145 on the moneyline. Toronto comes in as a +120 home underdog, and the total sits at 220.5.
This is the second meeting of the season between these two teams. The Sixers took the first matchup at home, but now travel north without a clear edge in recent form. Toronto’s been feisty at home and should have a healthy rotation, while Philly remains heavily reliant on Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to generate offense. With such a tight line, every possession — and mismatch — matters.
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Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers | -145 | -2.5 (-113) | O 220.5 (-110) |
| Toronto Raptors | +120 | +2.5 (-110) | U 220.5 (-110) |
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Form
Philadelphia enters this one at 24–14, 5th in the East, but not exactly peaking. They’ve split their last six and have struggled to put away middling teams on the road. Joel Embiid continues to put up MVP-caliber numbers (33.4 PPG, 11.2 RPG), but the offense drops off hard when he’s off the floor. Tyrese Maxey has cooled off slightly after a blazing start to the season, and the bench has been inconsistent.
Offensively, the Sixers run at a below-average pace and rely heavily on pick-and-rolls and isolation sets through Embiid. They get to the line more than any team in the NBA and generate a high free-throw rate, which can be a major factor in close games. However, against teams that switch and collapse early, the Sixers’ lack of elite perimeter shot creation becomes noticeable.
Defensively, they’re top 10 in efficiency, with Embiid protecting the rim and solid wing defenders like Tobias Harris and De’Anthony Melton holding up on the perimeter. The concern here is effort — the Sixers have played down to competition multiple times this year and haven’t covered well in short-road-favorite spots.
Keep an eye on the Philadelphia 76ers injury report for any updates on Embiid’s availability, as he’s been listed questionable frequently with knee management. For more stats, visit the full 76ers team page.
Toronto Raptors Betting Form
The Raptors are 17–21 and 11th in the East, but they’ve been a tougher out than expected since reshuffling their roster. The midseason trade of OG Anunoby opened more ball-handling and shooting opportunities for Scottie Barnes, who has emerged as the team’s offensive engine. Pascal Siakam continues to be a strong secondary option, and RJ Barrett has added real scoring punch since arriving from New York.
Toronto plays with balance — they’re 13th in offensive efficiency, 14th in defensive efficiency, and middle of the pack in pace. They move the ball well (top 10 in assist rate) and look to push in transition when possible. At home, they’ve played with more energy and covered 4 of their last 6, including wins over Boston and Miami.
Where they struggle is depth. The Raptors’ bench is thin, and when forced into small-ball lineups, they can get punished on the glass. Against a team like Philly with size and physicality, that could be a key issue late.
Check the Toronto Raptors injury report for any late scratches. Full trends and numbers are available on the Raptors schedule and stats.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors Matchup Breakdown
This one should be a half-court battle. Both teams play slower, with Toronto likely trying to push early before settling into a possession-based grind. The real key is how well the Raptors can contain Embiid without giving up free throws, and whether Barnes and Siakam can outpace Maxey and Harris on the other end.
- Free Throw Edge: Philly leads the league in FT rate.
- Interior Battle: Embiid vs Poeltl favors Philly heavily.
- Transition Offense: Raptors generate 17.2 PPG off turnovers — could be key.
- Late-Game Playmaking: Sixers have the best clutch-time efficiency in the East.
The Raptors don’t have a real answer for Embiid, but they can throw length and athleticism at Maxey and make his life harder. If they can force him into tough shots and control the boards, this game stays tight into the final minutes.
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Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors Predictions and Best Bets
Philly laying just 2.5 on the road feels like a trap at first glance — but recent play justifies it. The Sixers have struggled in short-favorite road spots, and the Raptors are more dangerous at home than their record suggests.
Still, if Embiid plays and is fully engaged, this is a game the Sixers should win and cover. His matchup advantage is overwhelming, and unless Toronto gets hot from three (which they rarely do), they’ll struggle to match Philly’s scoring efficiency.
The total at 220.5 is right in the middle. Leaning Under makes sense here given the pace, but the risk comes if both teams get to the line frequently. Neither side plays particularly fast, and both rank in the bottom half of 3-point volume, so unless there’s extreme shooting variance, it should stay under.
Look for value on alternate spreads too — Sixers -5.5 at plus money could be worth it if you trust Embiid to dominate.
Best Bet: 76ers -2.5 (-113).
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