Washington Wizards vs Miami Heat Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Washington Wizards (10-53) will face off against the Miami Heat (35-28) in a matchup at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Washington is coming off a rare win against Charlotte, while Miami recently lost to Oklahoma City. This game marks the third of four meetings between the teams this season, with Miami winning the first two matchups. Miami is favored to win, opening at -9.5 with no movement in the line. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 EST.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wizards +350 | Heat -455

Spread: Wizards +9.5 (-110) | Heat -9.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 229.75 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Miami will win straight-up is 82%.

Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards have been eliminated from playoff contention, making them the second team in the NBA to be out of the running after the Spurs. They recently snapped a 16-game losing streak with a victory over the Hornets, where Kyle Kuzma had an impressive performance with 28 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. Kuzma leads the team in scoring with 22.3 points per game and is the top shooter from beyond the arc. Jordan Poole, despite being moved to the bench, is still a key contributor to the team's offense. Deni Avdija and Tyus Jones also play significant roles in the team's line-up. The Wizards rank low in both offensive and defensive efficiency, but they play at the fastest pace in the league. They have a power ranking of 28, with strengths in scoring and offensive assists, but weaknesses in defensive rebounds and allowing points. Their shooting percentages are mid-range in the NBA. In terms of injuries, Marvin Bagley III is out, while Landry Shamet is questionable for the next game. JP. 👀 pic.twitter.com/AEvUVNXbOV