Nets vs. Wizards Picks and Prediction – 3/29/2025

Brooklyn Nets (29-48) vs. Washington Wizards (16-57)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
TV: NBA League Pass

Previous Games:

  • Nets: Lost 5 straight games, coming off a 112-99 loss vs. Miami

  • Wizards: Lost 3 straight games, most recently a 162-109 blowout vs. Indiana

Head-to-Head:

Brooklyn has dominated this matchup, winning 7 of the last 10 meetings against Washington. The Nets have struggled mightily on the road, but the Wizards have been even worse at home, dropping 17 of their last 20 games at Capital One Arena.

Brooklyn Nets Breakdown:

The Nets have lost 9 of their last 10 games, averaging just 103.4 points per game while allowing 113.9 points per game. With Cam Thomas out for the season, Brooklyn has struggled to find consistent scoring. Cameron Johnson (14.3 PPG) has been one of their few reliable offensive pieces, while Nic Claxton (8.0 RPG, 1.5 BPG) continues to anchor their defense.

Key Players:

  • Cameron Johnson: 14.3 PPG, 4.2 APG

  • D’Angelo Russell: 13.5 PPG, 5.7 APG

  • Nic Claxton: 8.0 RPG, 1.5 BPG

Washington Wizards Breakdown:

The Wizards have been one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA, surrendering 121.0 points per game this season. They’ve allowed 124.1 PPG over their last 10 games, including an embarrassing 162 points to Indiana in their most recent loss. Offensively, Alex Sarr (19.2 PPG) and Jordan Poole (3.3 3PM per game, 40.7%) have been their most effective scorers.

Key Players:

  • Alex Sarr: 19.2 PPG, 7.0 RPG

  • Jordan Poole: 16.8 PPG, 3.3 3PM (40.7%)

  • Justin Champagnie: 6.5 RPG

Betting Trends:

Brooklyn Nets:

  • 2-8 SU in last 10 games

  • 7-3 ATS in last 10 games

  • 4-6 O/U in last 10 games

Washington Wizards:

  • 3-7 SU in last 10 games

  • 3-7 ATS in last 10 games

  • 7-3 O/U in last 10 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Brooklyn Nets 117 – Washington Wizards 110

Our Best Bet:

Brooklyn Nets -1.5 (-110)

Despite their struggles, Brooklyn is the better defensive team and should take advantage of Washington’s inability to stop anyone. With the Wizards allowing 124+ PPG in their last 10 games, the Nets should do enough to cover the small spread.

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