Philadelphia 76ers @ Phoenix Suns Picks and Predictions - February 7th 2026

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Philadelphia 76ers (45-37) at Phoenix Suns (45-37) is slated for for Sunday, February 8, 2026, 2:00 AM US/Arizona. The market has Suns priced by 2.5 and the total at 225. The market has an opinion; the real question is whether it priced the matchup correctly.
The short-run trend split helps sharpen the side and total conversation here. The goal from here is simple: turn the market into a usable betting read by checking the spread, total, key matchup points, injuries, and props, and if you are still choosing where to bet, our best sportsbooks for NBA betting guide helps you shop for the right book and price.
Betting lines for Philadelphia 76ers at Phoenix Suns
Philadelphia 76ers has a context-first setup here, and the last five read as last-five ATS: 3-2-0 with extra texture from average margin: 42. Use Philadelphia 76ers game lines for a reliable reference while the market finalizes closer to tip.
The home read leans not as much on one-game variance, and Phoenix Suns brings last-five ATS: 3-2-0 with a handy companion stat: last-five over-under: 2-3-0. If you are validating a late move, Phoenix Suns game lines offers a direct view that stays current.
Top Usage% Leaders for Philadelphia 76ers at Phoenix Suns: Who Drives Possessions
The primary usage role here is held by Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers), and the table below connects that to the box-score and shooting splits. Their brief snapshot: Min 32, Usage% 33.7, 26.9 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 3.9 APG, TS% 60.5, eFG% 52.7, +/- 4.1, and TO/G 2.9.
Philadelphia 76ers’s leaders are Joel Embiid (33.7), Tyrese Maxey (29.6), and Paul George (23.4), and Phoenix Suns’s leaders are Devin Booker (32.5), Jalen Green (32.2), and Dillon Brooks (28.8), and this breakdown highlights who is most involved. A more tight top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a balanced top three can signal more shared creation and easier rotation coverage if one piece is limited.
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| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers | Joel Embiid | 32 | 33.7 | 26.9 | 7.7 | 3.9 | 60.5 | 52.7 | 4.1 | 2.9 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Tyrese Maxey | 38 | 29.6 | 28.3 | 4.1 | 6.6 | 58.8 | 53.6 | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Paul George | 31 | 23.4 | 17.3 | 5.3 | 3.6 | 57 | 53.6 | 2.4 | 1.7 |
| Phoenix Suns | Devin Booker | 34 | 32.5 | 26.1 | 3.9 | 6 | 58.5 | 50.7 | 3.1 | 3.1 |
| Phoenix Suns | Jalen Green | 26 | 32.2 | 17.8 | 3.6 | 2.8 | 51.6 | 49.1 | 1 | 2.3 |
| Phoenix Suns | Dillon Brooks | 30 | 28.8 | 20.2 | 3.6 | 1.8 | 54 | 50.1 | -0.9 | 1.8 |
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Days since last game is level (2 vs 2), so the spot tilts more on travel and weekly workload. If the strength row is accurate, Philadelphia 76ers drew the tougher opponent (62.7 vs 52.8), which raises the bar for what to expect next.
Games in the last 7 days reads flat (0 vs 0), keeping density from being the lone driver. The short-term travel split favors Philadelphia 76ers (358.3 vs 0), and that toll can show up at tip and late. Weekly miles travelled is balanced (0 vs 0), so the travel picture reads balanced.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 2 | 2 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 0 | 0 |
| Travel miles since last game | 358.3 | 0 |
| Games in last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 54 | 54.9 |
| Remaining schedule strength | — | — |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 62.7 | 52.8 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 59.6 | 56.9 |
Philadelphia 76ers at Phoenix Suns Quick Trends: Last 5 Form, Last 10 Scoring, and Recent Performance
Philadelphia 76ers has the stronger last-five run (4-1) compared with Phoenix Suns (3-2). over the last 10, the points split is not fully present, making the rows a simple momentum guide.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 4-1 | 3-2 |
| Win % | 80 | 60 |
| ATS record | 3-2-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Over/Under record | 2-3-0 | 2-3-0 |
| Average margin | 42 | 8 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 117.2 | 111.3 |
| Points allowed | 115.3 | 110.2 |
| Margin | 19 | 11 |
| FG % | 48.6 | 46.4 |
| 3PT % | 37.1 | 39.5 |
Season Profile Comparison: Philadelphia 76ers vs Phoenix Suns
This is a season snapshot, organized into four categories so you can see the main levers quickly. In close matchups, the deciding swing often shows up where one team wins both of the key stats in a section.
Record & Scoring
When win percentage and margin agree, it’s typically a reliable read—and here they both lean to Phoenix Suns (61, 1.5). For Philadelphia 76ers, the path is turning the game into runs instead of steady quarters, since steady quarters usually favor the better margin team.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 45-37 | 45-37 |
| Win Percentage | 53.7 | 61 |
| Points For | 115.9 | 112.6 |
| Points Against | 116.1 | 111.1 |
| Points Margin | -0.2 | 1.5 |
Efficiency
Efficiency points to Phoenix Suns on both key stats: shooting efficiency (112.8) and field goal efficiency (53.7). In close games, that usually shows up as fewer empty trips when the offense gets stuck late in the clock.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 110 | 112.8 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 53 | 53.7 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.5 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
Phoenix Suns leads net rating (1.3), yet Philadelphia 76ers leads turnovers (13), which often decides whether a game stays stable or gets run-heavy. If Philadelphia 76ers is the team getting the first clean shot more often, the rating edge has less room to show.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 102.3 | 100.1 |
| Net Rating | 0.5 | 1.3 |
| Offensive Rating | 112.5 | 112 |
| Defensive Rating | 112 | 110.7 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 13 | 13.5 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
With offensive boards and steals near even (0.3/0.3, 9.1/9.5), the edge becomes about finishing possessions—secure rebounds, smart outlets, and clean first passes. One short run created by two mistakes is often enough to win the section.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 43.6 | 43.1 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Assists Per Game | 24.6 | 24.6 |
| Assist Rate | 58.9 | 60.1 |
| Steals Per Game | 9.1 | 9.5 |
| Blocks Per Game | 5.7 | 4.2 |
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PHI at PHX Head-to-Head History
If you want a clean reference, start with the last meeting: Suns took 115-102, a 13 margin. The series summary below lays out the broader history behind it.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 115-102 |
| Last meeting winner | Suns |
| Last meeting margin | 13 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1.4 | 219.4 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.4 | 219.4 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
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- Game script (pace): Philadelphia 76ers is set up to press tempo, but Phoenix Suns benefits if it can steady possessions and keep the game in the half-court. The initial pace hint tends to follows the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): On the season profile, it tilts to Phoenix Suns when the possession battle stays tidier and the glass does not leak. Those added possessions can turn the number.
- Late filters (availability + market): The last piece is who actually plays and how the spot looks, since those factors can shift the closing lineup choices. If the market has moved, let it be a cue to validate assumptions instead of pushing a stance.