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Rockets Aim for Fourth Straight Win Against Struggling 76ers

1/23/2026

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On January 22, 2026, the Houston Rockets (26-15) host the Philadelphia 76ers (23-19) at Xfinity Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. ET.
Houston enters on a three-game winning streak while Philadelphia has dropped three of its last four.
Houston is favored by 2.5 points.
Key players are Kevin Durant for the Rockets and Tyrese Maxey for the 76ers, with Joel Embiid probable and Paul George questionable for Philadelphia.

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Story summary

On January 22, 2026, the Houston Rockets (26-15) host the Philadelphia 76ers (23-19) at Xfinity Mobile Arena, 7 p.m. ET.
Houston enters on a three-game winning streak while Philadelphia has dropped three of its last four.
Houston is favored by 2.5 points.
Key players are Kevin Durant for the Rockets and Tyrese Maxey for the 76ers, with Joel Embiid probable and Paul George questionable for Philadelphia.