The Philadelphia 76ers (40-27) will take on the Washington Wizards (24-43) Wednesday at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Arena in Reunion, Fla., for a 4 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the 76ers-Wizards NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.
76ers vs. Wizards: Key injuries
76ers
- SG Glenn Robinson III (hip) doubtful
- PF Mike Scott (knee) out
Wizards
- PG John Wall (Achilles) out
- SG Bradley Beal (shoulder) out
- PF Davis Bertans (personal) out
- PG Gary Payton II (COVID-19) out
- SF Garrison Mathews (ankle) out
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76ers vs. Wizards: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips
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Prediction
76ers 122, Wizards 110
Moneyline (ML)
The 76ers (-625) open this contest against the Wizards (+450) as monster favorites and it’s not hard to understand why. Washington has lost all four of their games in the NBA restart by a combined 39 points as their roster just isn’t talented enough to compete with playoff-caliber teams.
While the 76ers have been up and down all season long, they have to be considered a big favorite here; however, there just isn’t enough value on the moneyline. PASS on this bet in favor of the point spread.
Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
The 76ERS -10.5 (-110) are rare double-digit favorites over the Wizards Wednesday afternoon in Orlando.
It’s worth noting the 76ers have covered the spread in only two of their last six games, as they have been one of the NBA’s most inconsistent teams. Washington hasn’t fared much better, failing to cover the spread in four of its last five contests. The Wizards just don’t have the size or shooting to hurt the 76ers and they will likely struggle mightily on the boards,
This one will likely come down to the wire and there is certainly potential for a backdoor cover by Washington, but take the 76ers laying 10.5 points against the Wizards Wednesday.
Over/Under (O/U)
The total for this Eastern Conference matchup is set at 229.5, which feels about right considering how poorly each defense has played in the NBA restart so far. The 76ers allowed 130 points to a banged-up San Antonio Spurs team Monday and another 127 to an Indiana Pacers team Saturday night. Washington’s defense hasn’t been much better, allowing at least 111 points in all four of their games inside the bubble.
Take the OVER 229.5 (-110) here as this should be a fast-paced game with a bunch of scoring.
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