Toronto Raptors vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction & Picks - NBA

Prediction published on 11/8/25, 4:17 PM  by Erik Gibbs | Modified on 11/8/25 at 10:10 PM in NBA Picks

The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Toronto Raptors on Monday at 6:30 PM Eastern Time in an early-season NBA showdown. The Sixers have started the 2025–26 season solidly at 5–3, sitting in the upper half of the Eastern Conference. After a 3–4 start marked by inconsistency, Philadelphia have won two straight to move above .500.

Under new head coach Nick Nurse — who faces his former team — the Sixers are evolving offensively while maintaining strong defensive standards. They're among the league's best in points allowed, anchored by elite rim protection. In their last game, a 107–105 overtime win against Charlotte, they showed grit but also signs of offensive adjustment in the post-Harden era. Philadelphia will look to make it three in a row and continue finding rhythm within Nurse's new system.

Toronto enter at 4–4, an even start that mirrors expectations for a competitive but developing roster. The Raptors began 3–1 before dropping three straight, then bounced back with a win in their last outing. Their offense has been inconsistent — alternating between high-scoring nights and tough half-court stretches — but defense remains their calling card.

Under Darko Rajaković, Toronto's ball pressure and length have frustrated opponents, holding teams under 105 points in five of eight games. Execution late in games has been a weakness, though, particularly during their losing streak. Back home at Scotiabank Arena, they'll aim to protect their court and climb above .500 against a conference contender.