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Philadelphia 76ers Seek to End Road Losing Streak Against Washington Wizards in Wednesday Night Matchup

The Philadelphia 76ers (23-56) will be looking to end their six-game road losing streak as they visit the Washington Wizards (17-61) at Capital One Arena on Wednesday night at 7 PM ET. In their previous games, the 76ers lost to Miami while the Wizards suffered a defeat against Boston. Philadelphia holds a 7-3 record in their last 10 matchups against Washington, with the season series currently tied at 1-1. The 76ers are favored to win, opening at -1, with the line remaining unchanged. **Please note that this preview was written prior to Tuesday's game.**

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: 76ers -120 | Wizards +100
• Spread: 76ers -1 (-110) | Wizards +1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 227.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 55%.

Philadelphia vs Washington Stats

Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers are struggling, currently on a 12-game losing streak and facing a tough matchup against the Wizards. They are aiming to end both their losing streak and their road game losing streak. Offensively, they average 109.5 points per game and shoot 43.2 percent from the field and 31.6 percent from three-point range. Quentin Grimes led the team in scoring in their last game with 29 points. Defensively, the 76ers are giving up 115.8 points per game and have a defensive efficiency ranking of 26th in the league. They allow opponents to shoot 49 percent from the field and 38 percent from three-point range. Guerschon Yabusele and Justin Edwards are questionable for the upcoming game. In terms of rankings, the 76ers are 26th overall with a power ranking of 27. They rank 26th in offense, scoring an average of 109.60 points per game, and 21st in defense, allowing 115.81 points per game. They have a record of 23-56 (28-51 ATS) this season. Offensive statistics include shooting 45.56 percent from the field, 78.17 percent from the free-throw line, and 34.29 percent from three-point range. Defensively, the 76ers allow opponents to shoot 48.98 percent from the field, 79.48 percent from the free-throw line, and 37.93 percent from three-point range. They average 39.36 rebounds, 23.22 offensive assists, and 12.76 turnovers per game. Philadelphia also averages 28.37 defensive assists and 15.26 turnovers per game on the defensive end.

Washington Wizards Analysis

The Washington Wizards are looking to rebound from recent losses and secure their second win in three home games when they play on Thursday. Despite averaging 108.3 points per game, they only scored 90 points in their last game, with a field goal percentage of 40.7 and a three-pointer percentage of 26.7. Key players Alex Sarr, Justin Champagnie, and Jordan Poole led the team in scoring and rebounds. Defensively, the Wizards are struggling, giving up 120.7 points per game and ranking 27th in defensive efficiency. Injuries to Richaun Holmes, Anthony Gill, and Tristan Vukcevic may impact their upcoming game. The Wizards currently have a power ranking of 29 and rank 27th in offense and 29th in defense, with an overall record of 17-61. Against Philadelphia, they have struggled in recent matchups. Their shooting percentages and defensive stats place them near the bottom in the league.

Washington Wizards on Track to Outperform Philadelphia 76ers in Upcoming Game

The Washington Wizards have shown promising statistics in their recent games, with a 46 percent shooting accuracy and over 76 percent success rate at the free throw line in their last three games. Additionally, they excel in rebounding, averaging more than 10 offensive rebounds per game, which creates additional scoring opportunities. Their improved ball control and defensive strategy also indicate a strong performance potential. In contrast, the Philadelphia 76ers have struggled defensively, allowing more than 118 points per game in their last three matches. Given these trends, it is highly likely that the Wizards will outperform the 76ers in their upcoming game. It is recommended to place a bet on the Wizards to cover the spread.

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