The Brooklyn Nets (32-49) travel to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers (46-35) on Sunday, April 14th. This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and televised on NBCS. The 76ers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Nets are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Magic. Tip-off is set for 1:00 ET.

Nets vs 76ers

The Nets Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

In their most recent matchup, the Nets conveyed a message to the Knicks with a score of 111-107. As the second half got underway, the Nets were leading by a score of 63-54.

Coming into today’s game, the Nets are 32-49 overall and are hoping to spring an upset as +15.5 point underdogs. In the Eastern Conference, the team is 11th overall and 4th in the Atlantic division.

Brooklyn has an overall ATS record of 34-44 for the season so far. Brooklyn has not been good vs. the spread in their last three home games, and they are 20-18 ATS at home compared to 14-26 on the road.

The 76ers Are Coming Off A Win

The 76ers won vs. the Magic in their most recent game, ending with a score of 125-113. Not only did the 76ers win this game straight-up, but they also covered the spread as -6.5 point favorites. The over/under line heading into this matchup was 215 points in which the two teams surpassed.

As the 76ers square off against the Nets, they look to build on their above .500 record of 46-35. When playing at home, the 76ers are 24-16 compared to their 22-19 record on the road this season.

Philadelphia is currently performing above .500 against the spread with an ATS record of 48-32. With a eight game ATS win streak as favorites, the 76ers are 15-15 against the spread when they are underdogs.

Nets Offense Breakdown

Brooklyn has recorded an average of 110.7 points per game (24th) throughout 81 games games.

When it comes to scoring, the Nets are 24th in the league at 110.7 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 109.0 points per game (25th).

So far, Brooklyn has outscored the NBA scoring average in 38.3% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 25th in the league at 96.7 possessions per game.

When it comes to shooting, the Nets are 28th in field goal percentage at 45%. However, they are 8th in the league in three-point shooting at 36%.

76ers Offense Breakdown

Through 81 games games, Philadelphia is averaging 114.7 points per game (15th).

At home this season, the 76ers are averaging 115.7 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA. Overall, they are 15th in scoring at 114.7 points per game.

Philadelphia has been below the league average in scoring in 51.9% of their games this season. However, they have outscored their average in each of their last four contests.

When it comes to pace, the 76ers are 19th in the league at 97.3 possessions per game. They are also 21st in field goal percentage at 46%.

Nets Team Defense

Currently, the Nets’ defense holds the 15th rank in the NBA, allowing 113.3 points per game. Brooklyn struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Knicks, giving up 16. For the game, New York scored 111 points in the game.

76ers Team Defense

So far this season, the 76ers defense has been performing well, ranking 9th in the NBA at 111.9 points allowed per contest. The 76ers defense is coming off a game in which they held the Magic offense to just 47.7% shooting. Overall, they gave up 113 points to Orlando.

Key Players For The Nets And 76ers

For today’s matchup, we project Cam Thomas to lead the scoring for the Nets, putting up 22 points and shooting at a rate of 8/18. Throughout this season, his average stands at 22.5 points per game, along with 3.2 rebounds.

On the opposing side, we anticipate Joel Embiid to be the top scorer for the 76ers. Our projection has him finishing the game with 34, and he is expected to secure 11 rebounds. For the season, he has a field goal percentage of 52.9% and is averaging 34.7 points per contest.

Nets vs 76ers Trends

• Through their last five road contests, the Nets offense has averaged 105 points per game while allowing an average of 111. Brooklyn posted an overall record of 2-3 while going 2-3 ATS.
• In their last three home games, Philadelphia has averaged 119 points per game while allowing 109. The team’s record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 3-0 vs. the spread.
• The last ten games that Brooklyn was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 2-8 straight up.
• Philadelphia has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.

Nets vs 76ers Prediction

Coming in as the underdogs at +15.5, we have the Nets as the way to go on the point spread. Not only do we have them covering, but our projections show they have a good one of winning this one straight-up, if you’re looking for a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 213 and our model has the Nets and 76ers finishing with a combined 219 points. Our pick is to take the over.

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