by Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets (29-17) take on James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers (30-16) in a high-profile Eastern Conference showdown Wednesday at the Wells Fargo Center. The Nets have won two straight games, including a 120-116 win over the Golden State Warriors on Jan. 22. Philadelphia, meanwhile, is red hot, winning five straight games and seven of their last eight games. Joel Embiid (foot) is listed as questionable for the 76ers, and Kevin Durant (knee) is out for the Nets.
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Caesars Sportsbook lists the 76ers as a 5-point favorite in the latest Nets vs. 76ers odds, and the over/under for the total score is 226. Before hitting Nets vs. 76ers picks, be sure to check out the NBA predictions and betting advice from SportsLine’s proven computer model.
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- Nets vs. 76ers Spread: Philly -5
- Nets vs. 76ers Over/Under: 226 points
- Nets vs. 76ers moneyline: Philadelphia -205, Brooklyn +175
- BKN: Nets are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games played on a 2-day break
- PHI: 76ers are 15-4 ATS in their last 19 home games
- Nets vs. 76ers Tips: See tips here
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Why the 76s can cover
Guard James Harden is a three-tiered scorer with exceptional playmaking ability. Harden likes to push the pace and is able to quickly dissect defenses. The 10-time All-Star can thread the needle as a presenter and averages 11.2 assists with 21.5 points and 6.5 rebounds. He has handed out at least 13 assists in four of his last six games. On January 19, Harden recorded a triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists.
Guard Tyrese Maxey is an effective goalscorer in backcourt. Maxey creates his own offense with good ball grips and a reliable outside knight. The Kentucky product averages 21.1 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. He also shoots 38% from 3-point land. On Saturday, Maxey finished with 32 points and six dimes.
Why the nets can cover
Guard Kyrie Irving is one of the best ball handlers in the NBA. Irving possesses a combination of speed, quickness and dexterity. The seven-time All-Star does not shy away from contact at the basket. Irving averages 26.7 points, 5.1 rebounds and 5.0 assists. He has at least 30 points in three straight games. On January 20, Irving had 41 points, 11 rebounds and six assists.
Center Nic Claxton is a tall and active tall man of color. Claxton has fast feet and instincts to defend the rim at speed. The Georgia product also thrives on cutting to the brim and is effective at pick and roll. With 12.7 points per game, he ranks first in the NBA in field goal percentage (73%) and blocks (2.7). Additionally, Claxton has ended five of his last seven matchups with a double-double. He had 24 points, 15 rebounds and three blocks in the win over Golden State on Jan. 22.
How to make Nets vs. 76ers picks
SportsLine’s model takes the total and projects the teams to 231 points. The model also says that one side hits over 50% of the time. The model selection is only available from SportsLine.
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