The Philadelphia 76ers will visit the Washington Wizards at the Capital One Arena. The game is set for Wednesday, April 09, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to improve their records as the season nears its end.
The 76ers have struggled recently, losing their last three games. They fell to the Miami Heat by 12 points, with Quentin Grimes scoring 29 points. Before that, they lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Milwaukee Bucks, despite strong performances from players like Adem Bona and Guerschon Yabusele.
The Wizards have also faced difficulties, losing their last three games. They lost to the Indiana Pacers by 6 points, with Alexandre Sarr and Justin Champagnie each scoring 20 points. The team also suffered losses against the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic, with Bub Carrington showing notable performances.
Wizards Preview
The Washington Wizards are led by head coach Brian Keefe. This season, their record stands at 17 wins and 62 losses. At home, they have won 8 games and lost 32. In their last 10 games, they have won 2 and lost 8.
The Wizards are ranked 15th in the Eastern Conference. In the Southeast Division, they hold the 5th spot. They are 46 games behind the leading team in their conference. The team has struggled to find consistency this season.
In recent games, the Wizards faced the Indiana Pacers, Boston Celtics, and Orlando Magic. Against the Pacers, they lost by 6 points with a score of 104-98. Alexandre Sarr and Justin Champagnie both scored 20 points in that game. Bub Carrington also contributed with 13 points.
Jordan Poole leads the team in scoring with 20.5 points per game. Alexandre Sarr is the top rebounder with 6.6 rebounds per game. Bub Carrington leads in assists, averaging 4.3 per game. The Wizards’ offensive and defensive stats show areas for improvement, especially in field goal and three-point percentages.
76ers Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a challenging season. Their overall record stands at 23-56. At home, they have managed to win 12 games while losing 27. In their last 10 games, they have not secured a win.
The 76ers’ offense averages 109.5 points per game. This places them 26th in the league. They attempt about 87.2 field goals per game, hitting 45.5% of them. Their three-point shooting percentage is 34.3%, ranking them 27th.
Defensively, the 76ers allow 115.8 points per game. They rank 21st in this category. They block 4.4 shots per game, which is 5th in the league. However, their opponents have a field goal percentage of 49.0%, the highest in the league.
Tyrese Maxey leads the team in scoring with 26.3 points per game. Quentin Grimes follows with 14.6 points per game. Kelly Oubre Jr. contributes 15.1 points and leads in rebounds with 6.1 per game. Guerschon Yabusele and Paul George also add valuable points and assists.
Statistical Breakdown for Wizards vs 76ers
The game between the Washington Wizards and the Philadelphia 76ers could be shaped by their offensive and defensive stats. The Wizards score 108.2 points per game, ranking 27th, while the 76ers score 109.5 points, ranking 26th. Defensively, the Wizards allow 120.5 points per game, which is 29th, and the 76ers allow 115.8 points, ranking 21st. Both teams struggle with field goal percentages, with the Wizards at 43.9% and the 76ers at 45.5%. Rebounding and assists will also be key, as both teams rank low in these areas.
- Wizards Points Per Game: 108.2 (27th)
- 76ers Points Per Game: 109.5 (26th)
- Wizards Points Allowed Per Game: 120.5 (29th)
- 76ers Points Allowed Per Game: 115.8 (21st)
- Wizards Field Goal Percentage: 43.9 (28th)
- 76ers Field Goal Percentage: 45.5 (21st)
- Wizards Three Point Percentage: 33.5 (29th)
- 76ers Three Point Percentage: 34.3 (27th)
- Wizards Assists Per Game: 25.0 (25th)
- 76ers Assists Per Game: 23.2 (29th)
- Wizards Offensive Rebounds Per Game: 10.6 (21st)
- 76ers Offensive Rebounds Per Game: 10.3 (23rd)
Betting Insights
The Philadelphia 76ers and Washington Wizards meet with interesting betting trends to consider. The 76ers have struggled against the spread (ATS) this season, while the Wizards show a slightly better record. Both teams have unique over/under patterns that could influence betting decisions. Here are the top five trends to keep in mind for this game:
- The 76ers have a poor overall ATS record of 21-35-3.
- The Wizards have a slightly better overall ATS record of 25-30-2.
- The 76ers have hit the over 46 times this season, with an average combined score of 225.37.
- The Wizards are on a 4-game under streak.
- The 76ers’ average over/under line is 222.15, while their games average 225.37 points.
Free Betting Prediction for Wizards vs 76ers
The game between the Washington Wizards and the Philadelphia 76ers is set to be close. Both teams have had challenging seasons. The Wizards have struggled at home, while the 76ers have not performed well on the road. The 76ers have a slight edge in scoring and defense, but not by much.
Jordan Poole and Tyrese Maxey are key players to watch. Poole leads the Wizards in scoring, while Maxey is the top scorer for the 76ers. The Wizards’ defense has allowed more points per game, which could be a factor. The 76ers’ ability to block shots might help them defensively.
Given the stats and recent performances, the 76ers might have a slight advantage. However, the Wizards have shown some resilience at home. The game could be decided by a few key plays. The spread is narrow, reflecting the expected closeness of the game.
- Our Free Prediction: 76ers -1.0
