The Washington Wizards (24-27) battle the Brooklyn Nets (31-20) Saturday. Tip from Barclays Center is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wizards vs. Nets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Wizards and Nets have played 3 times this season with the Nets winning all 3 and going 2-0-1 against the spread (ATS) — the most recent meeting was Dec. 12 with the Nets claiming a 112-100 road win as 5.5-point favorites. The Under hit in all 3 games.
The Wizards are coming off a 124-116 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers Friday, failing to cover as 4.5-point home favorites. The loss snapped a 6-game ATS cover streak for the Wizards, who are 24-24-3 ATS on the season.
The Nets are in turmoil with G Kyrie Irving having requested a trade. Brooklyn lost 139-96 at Boston Wednesday, failing to cover as a 9-point road underdog. It is 5-2 ATS over its last 7 and 24-25-2 ATS on the season.
Wizards at Nets odds
Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub Lines last updated at 11:42 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Wizards +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Nets -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
- Against the spread: Wizards +2.5 (-102) | Nets -2.5 (-118)
- Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)
Wizards at Nets key injuries
Wizards
- Not yet submitted
Nets
- F Kevin Durant (knee) out
- G Ben Simmons (knee) questionable
- F T.J. Warren (shin) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Wizards at Nets picks and predictions
Prediction
Wizards 114, Nets 112
Moneyline
SPRINKLE A LITTLE ON WASHINGTON125).
The Wizards have been winning on the road lately. Prior to Friday’s loss to Portland, they were riding a 6-game win streak, 5 of which were on the road.
The Nets are 2-3 at home without Durant in the lineup this season. With the stress put on the Nets by Irving coupled with Durant being sidelined and their struggles at home, back the WIZARDS125).
Against the spread
BET WASHINGTON +2.5102).
They will also be facing one of the most efficient defensive teams with Washington ranked 5th in the NBA in opponents’ field-goal percentage (46.3%). The Wizards should be able to keep their road luck alive here.
Between WASHINGTON +2.5102) and the moneyline of WASHINGTON125), divvy up 1.5 UNITS on the 2 wagers.
Over/Under
BET UNDER 228.5108).
Every matchup between these 2 teams has gone Under this season. The Nets are also 22-28 O/U this season. The Wizards have gone Under in 3 of their last 4 and have held their opponent to 106 or fewer in 3 of those 4. Their defense should thrive against a limited Brooklyn team.
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