PHILADELPHIA–The Philadelphia 76ers returned home on Monday for Game 5 with the Toronto Raptors looking to close out and move on to Round 2. Considering the thumb injury that is bothering Joel Embiid, the Sixers needed a win to ensure he gets enough rest to prepare for Round 2.
However, the Raptors had other plans. Led by their Rookie of the Year in Scottie Barnes as well as their former All-Star in Pascal Siakam, Toronto was able to overcome the absence of Fred VanVleet in a 103-88 win and force this series back to Scotiabank Arena for a Game 6 on Thursday.
Embiid led Philadelphia with 20 points and 11 rebounds, Danny Green had 14 points, Tobias Harris had 16 and seven rebounds, and James Harden had 15 on 4-for-11 shooting and seven assists. Tyrese Maxey added 12 points.
Here are the player grades following the loss at home: