Preview: 76ers Visit Raptors in Key Eastern Conference Matchup TORONTO (Interstat) — The Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors, two teams jockeying for position in the Eastern Conference, will meet Sunday at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors (23-15) enter with a slightly better record than the visiting 76ers (20-15) and have won three straight games, including a 97-96 road victory over Charlotte on Wednesday. Toronto forward RJ Barrett is averaging 20.6 points per game this season and is coming off a 28-point, 7-rebound performance against the Hornets. Philadelphia arrives after a 131-110 home win over Washington on Wednesday, which snapped a two-game skid. The 76ers are led by perennial MVP candidate Joel Embiid, who scored 28 points in just 25 minutes against the Wizards. Over his last 10 games, Embiid is averaging 27.7 points, 8.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists. The season series is tied 1-1. The 76ers won 130-120 at home on Nov. 8, but the Raptors responded with a 121-112 victory in Philadelphia on Nov. 19. This contest features a contrast in recent scoring trends. Toronto has topped 130 points in three of its last five games, while Philadelphia’s offense has been inconsistent, scoring 102 and 104 points in two late-December losses before its recent outburst. For the Raptors, Barrett’s scoring surge and the interior presence of rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, who grabbed 15 rebounds against Charlotte, will be key. The 76ers counter with their star trio of Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey, who combined for 73 points in the win over Washington. Following this game, both teams face challenging schedules. Philadelphia begins a five-game homestand, while Toronto embarks on a six-game road trip. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. EST.