Washington Wizards (3-18) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (14-7)
Washington Wizards vs. Philadelphia 76ers 12/11/23As the Washington Wizards and Philadelphia 76ers get set to meet on Monday, December 11th at 7 PM ET at Wells Fargo Center, fans and bettors are looking for daily premium sports picks as they navigate this intriguing matchup. While the Wizards currently stand at 3-18, while 14-7 Philadelphia are expected to dominate.
The Washington Wizards have had an arduous season. Averaging 117.3 points per game on offense with an effective field goal percentage of 48.7% has provided them with respectable scoring output; yet their defensive struggles are evident, contributing to their poor win-loss record. While their three-point and free throw line conversion rates of 35.7% and 78.9%, respectively are notable, it hasn’t translated to wins; their rebounding average stands at 38.7 per game showing competitive edge on board control despite high turnover rates of 13.4 per game undermining efforts on a daily basis.
Philadelphai 76ers have had an exceptional season. Averaging 120.7 points per game – slightly more than Washington Wizards- with an excellent field goal percentage of 47.7%, their strength lies in 3-point shooting accuracy of 37.4% and free throw percentage of 85.1% (one of the best in league). Their rebounding game boasts 45 rebounds per game for second chance opportunities while they maintain an impressive 12.7 turnover rate which indicates better ball handling discipline.
Washington Wizards vs. Philadelphia 76ers 12/11/23 Game Info
| When: | Monday, December 11, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Wells Fargo Center |
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| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Kyle Kuzma SF vs. Joel Embiid C
Kyle Kuzma, the Wizards’ outstanding small forward, has had an excellent season so far with averages of 23.2 points and 5.9 rebounds per game, along with an assist rate of 4.8 assists per game and playmaking skills shown by an assist rate of 24.2 per game. Unfortunately however, Kuzma’s turnover rate of 2.4 per game and lower defensive impact (0.3 steals and 0.7 blocks per game) remain areas of concern.
Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers has had an MVP-caliber season so far, averaging 33.1 points and 11.4 rebounds per game for an incredible average of 33-11.4. On defense, his presence can be felt with 1.8 blocks per game; while on offense his high turnover rate of 3.8 can give the Wizards an opening.
When these two key players clash, it will be an epic contest of Kuzma versus Embiid’s dominance and versatility. Kuzma will need to demonstrate his ability to stretch the floor and create plays against Embiid’s defensive strength and rebounding capabilities; this contest may decide the outcome of any game they encounter.
NBA Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds for this matchup have yet to be released; however, given both teams’ recent performances, the 76ers are likely to be considered favorites by bookies. Bettors should keep in mind that recent performances by the Wizards indicate they may cover spreads despite their overall record.
Washington Wizards Betting Trends
The Wizards have demonstrated remarkable resilience against the spread, going 3-2 over their last five games and outperforming expectations in road contests (8-4 against the spread). Yet their overall performance suggests caution before expecting outright wins.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Trends
The Philadelphia 76ers have been reliable favorites over the last five games and against the spread, going 3-2 both against and with each scoreboard total going over in five of those five contests. Road games proved especially strong (6-4 against), as totals went OVER five of their five road contests! This strong performance makes the 76ers favorites worthy of betting consideration.
Washington Wizards vs. Philadelphia 76ers 12/11/23 Betting Picks
Based on trends and analysis, it appears as though the Philadelphia 76ers will win this game comfortably; however, the Wizards may keep it close. A big question will be whether their offense can match up against Philadelphia’s strong defense and scoring efficiency.
Bettors looking for free NBA predictions may wish to keep an eye on how well the Wizards cover the spread, which may make them an attractive bet for spread wagering.
Free Pick & Prediction: Philadelphia 76ers 112, Washington Wizards 104.