Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers
PREVIEW: The Philadelphia 76ers arrive in Charlotte without two of their top players, as Joel Embiid and Paul George sit out for injury management , leaving the team to lean heavily on its backcourt. Tyrese Maxey has stepped into a starring role, averaging nearly 30 points per game with stellar efficiency , while VJ Edgecombe provides 15.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game as a dynamic rookie presence. The 76ers struggle from three-point range, ranking 25th in inefficient three-point shooting, and their defense against rim attacks ranks 30th , exposing vulnerabilities that Charlotte may be able to exploit....