Schuyler Callihan: Hornets 103, 76ers 96.
I almost feel half crazy picking the Hornets against the Sixers, but this is not the same Philly team they hoped they would have down the stretch. They're down a few key players and have really fallen off offensively in the last month or so. I'll pick the upset to go down with a big night from Miles Bridges.
Prediction record: 21-9.
James Plowright: Hornets 110, 76ers 107.
Charlotte are on the second night of a back to back but have played better as of late. The Sixers are 1-5 in their last five games and have struggled without Embiid/Melton. I back the Hornets to spoil the Kai Jones revenge game.
Prediction record: 27-9.
Sam Dracula: 76ers 117, Hornets 100.
Philly is at home and fighting for positioning in the eastern conference playoff picture. That, plus the Kai Jones wildcard piece to this matchup is very interesting. I have a hard time backing this Hornets team lately. I think the 76ers comfortably handle their business at home.
Prediction record: 6-1.
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