76ers vs. Wizards Picks and Prediction – 4/9/2025
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Philadelphia 76ers (23-56) vs. Washington Wizards (17-62)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
TV: NBC Sports Washington
Previous Games:
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76ers: Lost 117-105 to the Heat on Monday
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Wizards: Lost 104-98 to the Pacers last night
Head-to-Head:
Philadelphia has won 7 of the last 10 meetings against Washington. While the 76ers have the edge historically, both teams are in rebuilding mode and neither has shown much on the defensive end lately.
Philadelphia 76ers Breakdown:
The Sixers have dropped 12 straight games and are struggling defensively, giving up 119.8 points per game over their last 10. Despite their record, the offense has been functional, with Quentin Grimes (questionable) and Lonnie Walker IV each scoring 29 points last game. Rookie big Adem Bona continues to contribute solid minutes in the paint.
Key Players:
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Quentin Grimes: 19.5 PPG, 2.8 3PM
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Adem Bona: 6.6 RPG, 59.3 FG%
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Jared Butler: 5.4 APG
Washington Wizards Breakdown:
The Wizards continue to play at a high pace but with very little defense, ranking 29th in defensive efficiency and allowing 120.5 points per game. They blew a 16-point lead to Indiana last night and have dropped 17 of their last 20 home games. Young players like Alex Sarr and Justin Champagnie are filling the stat sheet, but team defense remains a major issue.
Key Players:
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Jordan Poole: 18.8 PPG, 41.6% 3PT
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Justin Champagnie: 7.6 RPG, 13.1 PPG
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Bub Carrington: 5.5 APG
Betting Trends:
Philadelphia 76ers:
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Over is 6-4 in last 10
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Allowing 119.8 PPG in last 10
Washington Wizards:
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Over is 5-5 in last 10
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Allowing 119.3 PPG in last 10
Exact Score Prediction:
Philadelphia 76ers 118 – Washington Wizards 112
Our Best Bet:
Over 226.5
Neither team can defend, both play fast, and with young scorers playing free and loose, this is a prime spot for points. Washington’s high pace and Philly’s defensive collapse make the Over the most logical value play tonight.