Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview, Prediction, and Odds
The Washington Wizards and Philadelphia 76ers are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Wednesday, December 06, 2023, at 07:00 PM ET at the Capital One Arena (Washington). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
Match Prediction Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers
This game is hard to predict. The 76ers are the better team, but the Wizards have been playing well lately. I think the 76ers will win the game, but it will be close.
Prediction: Philadelphia 76ers 112, Washington Wizards 105
Head to Head
- Philadelphia 76ers: 206-139 (59.7%)
- Washington Wizards: 139-206 (40.3%)
| Category | Philadelphia 76ers | Washington Wizards |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 113.1 | 110.7 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 46.6 | 47.3 |
| Assists Per Game | 25.9 | 25.2 |
| Field Goal Percentage | .473 | .458 |
| Three-Point Percentage | .383 | .372 |
| Free Throw Percentage | .811 | .784 |
Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview
The Washington Wizards (9-22) host the Philadelphia 76ers (20-12) on Wednesday night at Capital One Arena. The Wizards have been one of the worst teams in the NBA this season, but they have shown some signs of improvement as of late. They have won three of their last five games, including a win over the Boston Celtics last week.
The 76ers have been one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference this season. They are currently in second place in the standings and are on a 5-game winning streak. Joel Embiid is playing like an MVP candidate, averaging 32.2 points and 10.3 rebounds per game.
Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers Odds
- Moneyline: Philadelphia 76ers -140, Washington Wizards +120
- Spread: Philadelphia 76ers -6
- Over/Under: 220.5
FAQs for Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers
Why are they called the Washington Wizards?
In 1973, after moving to Landover, Maryland, they played a season as the Capital Bullets, and in 1974 they became the Washington Bullets, a name they kept until 1995, when owner Abe Pollin renamed the team the Washington Wizards because of the violent overtones of the word bullet.
What is the Wizards 76er’s record?
The Philadelphia 76ers are 190-127 versus the Wizards all-time.
When was the last time the Washington Wizards won an NBA championship?
1977–78: NBA Championship season
It remains the only NBA title won by the team as of 2023.
How popular are the Washington Wizards?
The Wizards play their home games at the Capital One Arena in the Chinatown area of Washington D.C.. During the 2021/22 NBA season, the average regular season home attendance for a Wizards game was 15,541, and total attendance for that season amounted to 637,215.
How many championships does 76ers have?
The franchise has won three National Basketball Association (NBA) championships (1955, 1967, and 1983) and has advanced to the NBA finals on nine occasions.
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Conclusion
The Philadelphia 76ers are the clear favorite in this game, but the Washington Wizards have been playing well lately. It should be a close game, but I think the 76ers will prevail in the end and win.
