Accustomed to being at the top of the Eastern Conference and advancing to the playoffs without many complications in the last decade, the Sixers currently appear penultimate, with just two victories in 10 outings on the court.
Crucial in this bad start are the injuries to their stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, although the former is already back in the box.
On the contrary, the Cavs are going from strength to strength and full sail, immaculate in 12 games and looking to sign at least three more wins to complete the second best start in NBA history.
In the last five meetings the Sixers dominate 3-2, but the present tilts the balance towards the Ohio team, even though they have to play as visitors.
This Wednesday, Indiana Pacers-Orlando Magic, Boston Celtics-Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls-New York Knicks, New Orleans Pelicans-Oklahoma City Thunder and LA Clippers-Houston Rockets will also collide.
Igualmente serán rivales Detroit Pistons-Milwaukee Bucks, Washington Wizards-San Antonio Spurs, Memphis Grizzlies-Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves-Portland Trail Blazers y Phoenix Suns-Sacramento Kings.
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