Philadelphia 76ers coach Doug Collins expects to use the same lineup tonight against the Orlando Magic that he’s been using in the Sixers’ recent games: Jrue Holiday, Jodie Meeks, Andre Iguodala, Elton Brand and Lavoy Allen.
That’s what Collins said after Philly completed its shootaround this morning at Amway Center.
The Magic did not hold a shootaround this morning because they practiced Tuesday and Stan Van Gundy wants to give his players as much rest as possible. The Magic will hold a walkthrough on their practice court around 4 this afternoon.
The Sixers beat the Magic 74-69 on Jan. 30. With Jameer Nelson and Jason Richardson sitting out that game, the Orlando offense sputtered terribly, shooting just 33.3 percent. Collins said something akin to a “perfect storm” worked against the Magic that night, with injuries, fatigue and some tough recent losses playing a role.
Tony Battie was Philly’s starting center that night and did well against Dwight Howard. Battie could be limited tonight because he rolled his left ankle Tuesday, Collins said.
Here’s what Collins had to say about tonight’s game:
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