Brooklyn Nets vs
Washington WizardsPredictions & Preview

Wizards Favored to Prevail Against Struggling Nets in Closely Contested Eastern Conference Battle

The Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards, both of which are among the worst NBA teams in the Eastern Conference, will face off on Saturday, March 29. Despite being eliminated from playoff contention, the Nets hold a 23-51 record, while the Wizards are 16-57 and have lost six of their last seven games. Washington has previously defeated the Nets twice this season. The matchup is set for 7 P.M. EST, with Brooklyn opening as the betting favorite at -1.5, but the current line now favors Washington at -1.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nets -105 | Wizards -115
• Spread: Nets +1 (-110) | Wizards -1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 218 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Brooklyn will win straight-up is 51%.

Brooklyn vs Washington Stats

Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets have had a challenging season, currently holding a record of 23-51. They are officially out of playoff contention, trailing the Heat by nine games for the final spot. The team has struggled on the road, with a record of 12-26, and have lost 16 of their last 18 games. In their most recent game, a 132-100 loss to the Clippers, the Nets had difficulty maintaining their lead and struggled with shooting accuracy and turnovers. Despite their offensive struggles, Cameron Johnson leads the team in points and assists per game, while Nic Clayton leads in rebounds. Defensively, the team is allowing 111.6 points per game, ranking ninth overall. The Nets have performed better against the spread this season, with a record of 39-34-1. In terms of statistics, they rank low in offensive efficiency but slightly better in defensive performance. Several players are listed as out or questionable for upcoming games.

Washington Wizards Analysis

The Washington Wizards are currently 16-57 overall this season, with the second-worst record in the NBA. They have a 7-28 home record and have lost six of their last seven games. In their most recent game, they were defeated 162-109 by the Pacers at home. The team is led by Jordan Poole in points and assists, and Alex Sarr in rebounds. Despite their struggles, the Wizards have had success against the Nets this season, winning both matchups in February. On offense, they rank near the bottom in points scored and shooting percentages, while on defense they rank last in points allowed. The team has a 30-41-2 record against the spread this season. Several key players are likely to miss their upcoming game due to injury. In power rankings, the Wizards are ranked 25th overall and 27th in offense, with poor shooting percentages and defensive statistics compared to the rest of the league.

Wizards Favored to Prevail Against Struggling Nets in Closely Contested Eastern Conference Battle

This upcoming game is expected to be a closely contested match between two Eastern Conference teams currently ranked towards the bottom. The Brooklyn Nets have been struggling lately, having lost 16 out of their last 18 games, with a recent significant defeat against the Los Angeles Clippers. Conversely, the Washington Wizards have benefitted from having more rest time this season, boasting an 11-9 record against the spread under such circumstances. Washington also holds an offensive advantage with players like Alex Sarr and Jordan Poole consistently contributing on the scoring end in recent weeks. On the other hand, the Nets have not fared well when favored on the road, with a 1-2 record against the spread. Based on these factors, it is advisable to consider the Wizards to cover in this match.

Sources: [ 1 ] [ 2 ]