LAC vs PHI Dream11: NBA move towards the postseason window and this has to be the worst time for a team to hit a losing streak because from here on, the window to recover the record just keeps collapsing. Even if you enter the postseason in this shape, the rhythm can be off against teams that are especially at higher ranks or are coming in with a much better rhythm. And when we talk about the mid-tier teams, this is especially a crucial time. And the Los Angeles Clippers have lost their steam a bit and they will take on a loaded opponent in the Philadelphia 76ers during this battle.
The Clippers have been hit with multiple injuries and they are playing without their superstars. They have done a great job of holding on to the eighth spot. On the other hand, their opponents in this game, the Philadelphia 76ers have been dipping in enough wins to remain in play for the top spot in the East and are having a huge shot at the title with the duo of Embiid and Harden.
Host: LA Clippers
Visitors: Philadelphia 76ers
Match Timing: 26 March, @ 08:00 AM
Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Roster complexion
The 76ers are featuring a three-guard, big Forward, and Center lineup. Tyrese Maxey and Harden are the scoring guards where Harden performs the job of being the leading playmaker, and someone who can also dip in 20 points or more regularly. Maxey is also a key scorer, who can get around 15 or so regularly. On the other hand, Matisse Thybulle acts as a perimeter defender and he has a big role in containing high-scoring guards or wings of the other teams. Meanwhile, Embiid is of course the definition of the 76ers in the middle with his ability to score at a high clip, lead the team in rebounding while also giving great defense. Tobias Harris at the Power Forward is also vital as an additional scoring option and a scorer. Niang off the bench can be a sharpshooting wing but apart from him, there is a lack of scoring.
On the other hand, the LA Clippers are fielding a two-guard, a wing, a big Forward, and a Center lineup, which is the traditional model. Reggie Jackson as a PG handles the majority of the ball-handling duties and when he is hot, the Clippers are likely but when he isn’t shooting well, the Clippers’ game falls off. Amir Coffey, Terance Mann, and Luke Kennard share the off-guard minutes and among these three, Mann is the most versatile option, Kennard is a sharpshooting option while Coffey can chip in with a few points. The big Forward duties are shared by Robert Covington and Nicolas Batum, both defensive-oriented players. At wing, Marcus Morris has presented decent scoring while Ivica Zubac in the middle is having a mixed season.
LA Clippers (8th spot in West) | Philadelphia 76ers (3rd spot in East)
Games: 74 | 73
Wins: 36 | 45
Defeats: 38 | 27
Philadelphia 76ers Team News
Sixers Expected Starting Five
Forward: PF: Tobias Harris
Middle: C: Joel Embiid
Guards: SG: Matisse Thybulle | PG: James Harden| PG: Tyrese Maxey
BENCH: Georges Niang, Furkan Korkmaz, Paul Millsap, DeAndre Jordan, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Henry, Charles Bassey, Charlie Brown Jr., Braxton Key, Myles Powell, Aaron Johnson.
Los Angeles Clippers Team News
Clippers Expected Starting Five
Big Forward: PF: Nicolas Batum
Wing SF: Marcus Morris Sr.
Middle: C: Ivica Zubac
Guards: SG: Amir Coffey | PG: Reggie Jackson
BENCH: Terance Mann, Robert Covington(QUESTIONABLE), Luke Kennard, Isaiah Hartenstein, Brandon Boston Jr.
Reggie Jackson(LAC)
Points: 14
Rebounds: 04
Assists: 06
Steals: 01
Reggie has hit one of those cold shooting streaks and that has affected the Clippers’ win column, but he has shown the ability to get it together. The Guard has mostly been in 14-21 points and 5-9 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 23-36
Joel Embiid(PHI)
Points: 30
Rebounds: 10
Assists: 03
Steals: 03
Blocks: 03
Center Embiid has done well as a scorer, rebounder, and defender, being a big part of the 76ers’ success. He has mostly been in 26-31 points, 9-13 rebounds, and 1-2 steals/blocks range. He is usually the favorite for Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 45-60
Terance Mann(LAC)
Points: 24
Rebounds: 08
Assists: 04
Blocks: 01
Guard Mann has picked up his scoring again and he has been an all-around presence for the team throughout the season. He usually figures in 14-18 points, 4-8 rebounds, and 4-6 assists range these days.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 23-36
James Harden(PHI)
Points: 24
Rebounds: 07
Assists: 07
Steals: 01
Harden has added a much-needed playmaking dimension while also bringing quality rebounding and scoring to the floor. The Guard has mostly been in 21-26 points, 7-12 assists, 6-9 rebounds, and 1-3 steals range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 36-46
Ivica Zubac(LAC)
Points: 06
Rebounds: 05
Assists: 01
Blocks: 01
Zubac had a strong stretch in the first half of March and he needs to be on-point for the Clippers to succeed at this stage. He has mostly been in 9-14 points and 5-11 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 13-26
Tyrese Maxey(PHI)
Points: 21
Rebounds: 05
Assists: 07
Steals: 01
Guard Tyrese’s production may define how far the Sixers will go in the Playoffs. The young Guard has mostly been in the 15-21 points range when playing alongside Harden.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-32
PG: R Jackson
SG: N Batum, J Harden(PP)
SF: M Thybulle
PF: G Niang, A Coffey
C: J Embiid(SP), I Hartenstein
(Lineup may be updated)
Wouldn’t it be fun to watch Embiid going at it in the middle or Reggie Jackson running the Point for the Clippers! In an incredible piece of news for India-based NBA viewers, this game can be viewed on streaming services JIO TV and Voot, the two official streaming platforms for viewers in India. But there is a ton of other activities going on in the rest of the league, so how can you watch that action? Download or access the NBA League Pass and purchase the annual subscription (599 rupees per year), which provides you access to all live games while you also can get the full game replay if you are not able to watch the live stream. To learn the scores, stats, and news, visit the official website of the NBA.