Sixers face Nets in preseason matchup at Barclays Center
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:50 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers continue their preseason on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center, set for 7:30 p.m. EDT. Following a successful opener against the New York Knicks, the Sixers look to build team chemistry ahead of the regular season. Key players such as Tyrese Maxey, LeBron James, and Joel Embiid may see minutes after missing the first game. The Nets will be eager to establish their lineup as well during this early exhibition matchup.
- •Game scheduled for October 8 at 7:30 p.m. EDT
- •Sixers won their opener against the Knicks
- •LeBron James and Joel Embiid's participation is uncertain
- •Ariel Hukporti is out for the season
- •Nets will test their lineup in this preseason game
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Nets vs. 76ers preseason game preview: How to watch, injuries, lineups
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Sixers vs. Nets preseason: How to watch, lineups, broadcast info
"Here is the game preview of the Brooklyn Nets' preseason matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.
"The Philadelphia 76ers will take on the Brooklyn Nets as the preseason continues on Thursday on the road.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 8, 2026, 11:50 AMNets vs. 76ers preseason game preview: How to watch, injuries, lineups
Here is the game preview of the Brooklyn Nets' preseason matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsOct 8, 2026, 11:01 AMSixers vs. Nets preseason: How to watch, lineups, broadcast info
The Philadelphia 76ers will take on the Brooklyn Nets as the preseason continues on Thursday on the road.
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