Published on: Nov 13, 2022 10:50 pm IST|Updated on: Nov 13, 2022 10:50 pm IST
PHI vs UTA Dream11: The NBA Regular Season has been a great fun fair and we have already seen the battles that have been reaching astounding heights. This is a promising beginning to a season where many under-the-radar teams have sprung up to the scene. One of those teams is the Utah Jazz and they will take on the Philadelphia 76ers here.
The 76ers avenged their loss and handed a 121:109 loss to the Hawks as Joel Embiid dominated with 42 points and 10 rebounds. The 76ers are still a game below the 50% win mark. On the other hand, the Utah Jazz’s four game winning streak was broken by the Washington Wizards as they lost 112:121 despite a strong of impressive offensive performances. The Jazz are on fire with 10 wins and four losses. Host: Philadelphia 76ers Visitors: Utah Jazz Match Timing: 14 November, @ 06:00 AM Venue: Wells Fargo Center Philadelphia
76ers: Some amends to make
The 76ers have been unsteady thus far and their record speaks for itself. This record doesn’t justify the talent they have. With Joel Embiid in the middle, they have the Center match-up advantage for most nights. Tyrese Maxey is having another impressive scoring season whereas Tobias Harris is one of the more reliable Forwards in the league. PJ Tucker gives hustle and defense but the team isn’t that deep and after James Harden’s injury, Embiid and Maxey have had to play hero ball. Can the 76ers work a winning streak here or will they continue to be inconsistent?
Jazz: Story of the season
The Jazz’s impressive start was the most unprecedented one. They traded away their leading scorer Donovan Mitchell, their leading rebounder and shot-blocker Rudy Gobert, their high-scoring Forward Bojan Bogdanovic, and their hustle player Royce O’Neale, meaning they did away with four of their starters. They didn’t bring any star player to replace these players and Lauri Markkanen was their big signing. And how well has Lauri responded! What a sensational season he is having thus far, expanding his horizons as an offensive player. The Guard rotation of Conley, Clarkson, Beasley, and Sexton has multi-faceted abilities, Kelly Olynyk and Jarred Vanderbilt have been solid as the Jazz is home to one of the best benches in the league.
Utah Jazz | Philadelphia 76ers Games: 14 | 13 Wins: 10 | 06 Defeats: 04 | 07
Utah Jazz Team News
Jazz Expected Starting Five Frontline: PF: Lauri Markkanen | PF: Kelly Olynyk | PF: Jarred Vanderbilt Guards: SG: Collin Sexton | PG: Mike Conley
BENCH: Jordan Clarkson, Colin Sexton, Rudy Gay, Johnny Juzang, Simone Fontecchio, Ochai Agbaji, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Talen Horton-Tucker, Micah Potter, Walker Kessler.
Philadelphia 76ers Team News
Sixers Expected Starting Five
Forwards: PF: PJ Tucker | SF/PF: Tobias Harris Middle: C: Joel Embiid Guards: PG: Tyrese Maxey | SG: De’Anthony Melton
BENCH: Georges Niang, Danuel House Jr., Paul Reed, Matisse Thybulle, Jaden Springer, Julian Champagnie, Montrezl Harrell, Furkan Korkmaz, Shake Milton, Michael Foster Jr.
Lauri Markkanen(UTA) Points: 17 Rebounds: 05 Assists: 01 Blocks: 02 Lauri has expanded his offensive game with the Jazz and the ball distribution system has suited his needs well as he continues to have a career year. I believe he will be in 20-26 points, 7-10 rebounds, and 1-3 blocks range. He can be chosen as the Star/Pro Player in the Dream11 NBA scene.
Joel Embiid(PHI) Points: 42 Rebounds: 10 Assists: 06 Blocks: 02 Steals: 02 Without Harden, Embiid has once again elevated his game and has carried the 76ers offense for the most parts. I expect a 30-35 points, 10-14 rebounds, and 1-3 blocks/steals range.
Jordan Clarkson(UTA) Points: 18 Rebounds: 00 Assists: 01 Jordan’s solid handles coupled by a lovely shooting stroke and a strong in-between game makes him an automatic scorer. I believe he will be in 17-25 points range here.
Tyrese Maxey(PHI) Points: 26 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 09 Steals: 01 Guard Maxey is one of the best young players in the league and has shown All-Star potential in his young career. I believe he will be in 20-25 points and 6-9 assists range here.
Tobias Harris(PHI) Points: 21 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 02 Steals: 02 Harris is a proven veteran who knows how to get it done on both ends of the floor. I expect a 17-23 points and 5-8 rebounds range here.
Mike Conley (UTA) Points: 03 Rebounds: 03 Assists: 10 Steals: 01 Although Mike has declined as a scorer, he supplies an amazing amount of playmaking, defensive discipline and much-heralded perseverance and leadership. I believe he will be in 10-15 points, 8-11 assists, and 1-3 steals range.
PHI vs UTA Dream11 Lineup Balancers
(If Embiid plays) PG: M Conley, S Milton, C Sexton SG: J Clarkson SF: T Horton-Tucker PF: L Markkanen(PP), G Niang C: J Embiid(SP)
(If Embiid doesn’t play) PG: M Conley, S Milton SG: M Beasley, J Clarkson, T Maxey(SP) SF: P Tucker PF: L Markkanen(PP) C: K Olynyk
Can the scintillating Jazz get back to their winning ways after a loss? This game can be seen live through the NBA League Pass, which has all the live games and their full-game replay too. Scores, news, and stats are available on the official website of NBA. The extended highlights can be viewed on the official NBA YouTube channel.