
Golden State Warriors

Philadelphia 76ers
Preview
PHILADELPHIA (Interstat) — The Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers, both hovering near .500, will meet Thursday night in a cross-conference matchup at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The Warriors (11-10) arrive after a 104-96 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday. Jimmy Butler led the way with 24 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds. Golden State has gone 4-3 over its last seven games. The 76ers (10-9) are looking to rebound from a 142-134 shootout loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. In that game, guard Tyrese Maxey scored 44 points and added nine assists and seven rebounds in 52 minutes, while Quentin Grimes had 28 points and 10 rebounds. Philadelphia’s results have been volatile, mixing impressive wins with lopsided defeats. This game concludes a two-game homestand for the 76ers, who will visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. The Warriors continue a five-game road trip with games at Cleveland and Chicago this weekend. Thursday’s contest will feature a matchup of veteran forwards, with Golden State’s Butler facing Philadelphia’s Paul George. Both teams are seeking consistency as the early season progresses.