Prediction for 76ers vs. Nets: Cui Yongxi Aims for More Playing Time, Nets Seek Second Straight Win

On the morning of October 17 at 7 AM, the NBA preseason continues with the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the Brooklyn Nets.

The 76ers bolstered their roster this summer by acquiring All-Star Paul George, forming a trio with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, significantly enhancing the team’s strength. In their previous four preseason games, the 76ers have a record of 2 wins and 2 losses, defeating the New Zealand Breakers and the Atlanta Hawks while losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Boston Celtics. In these four games, their key center Joel Embiid has been absent due to injury and will not participate in the upcoming preseason games.

In the last game against the Hawks, George left the game with a left knee injury and will be re-evaluated in a week, also missing the remaining preseason games. In the previous four games, the 76ers rested all their starters in the game against the Celtics, resulting in a 50-point loss. In the other three games, players like Maxey, Ubre, and McCain performed well. For this home game, it is likely that the 76ers’ starters will play.

The Nets traded away Mikal Bridges during the offseason, signaling a full rebuild. The team has gained significant attention from Chinese fans due to the presence of Chinese player Cui Yongxi. The Nets have played two preseason games so far, losing by 9 points to the Los Angeles Clippers in their first game and then winning by 39 points against the Washington Wizards in the second. In both games, Cui Yongxi saw action but with limited minutes. He played 9 minutes in the first game, scoring 1 point and grabbing 2 rebounds, and played 5 minutes in the second game, scoring 5 points and 1 rebound, showing good form. Whether Cui Yongxi will get more playing time in this game is a focal point for Chinese fans.

In their win over the Wizards, the Nets displayed a balanced offensive attack, with seven players scoring in double digits. Thomas led the team with 17 points and 5 rebounds, and Simmons also scored in double digits. Although the current Nets roster lacks star power, the young players are taking the games very seriously and are not an easy opponent. Despite being on the road, their goal is to secure another win. The Nets have several players on the injury list, including Bojan Bogdanovic, Day’Ron Sharpe, and Trendon Watford, who are out, while Nic Claxton, Jalen Hayes, and Keon Johnson are questionable.

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