The Philadelphia 76ers simply just have a bad matchup against the Portland Trailblazers. Vintage Melo struck as the Sixers dropped their second in as many games against Portland on Thursday night. In game three of a four game western road trip, Philly will look to turn things back into the positive direction.
In a Saturday matinee matchup, the Philadelphia 76ers (18-8) visit the gritty Phoenix Suns (15-9) at 3 PM. Coverage begins on NBC Sports Philadelphia at 2:30 PM with radio coverage on 97.5 the Fanatic.
The spread for this game is currently even, with the over/under set at 223.