Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers 4/17/2023 Predictions, Free Picks and Odds
East 1st Round – Game 2, PHI leads series 1-0
The Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia will host the Monday night NBA on TNT playoff doubleheader as the Brooklyn Nets face off against the Philadelphia 76ers in an exciting matchup. Brooklyn, ranked sixth in the league, has shown good defensive efficiency, but the team may not be equipped to handle the skills of Philadelphia’s All-Star C, Joel Embiid. In the previous game, Brooklyn suffered a 121-101 road loss against the 76ers, committing 20 turnovers in the process.
Mikal Bridges, the Nets’ F, played exceptionally well, scoring 30 points on 12-for-18 shooting and grabbing five rebounds. Cameron Johnson made four out of six shots from long range, finishing with 18 points, and Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 14 points and seven assists. Despite their impressive performance, the Nets still fell to the 76ers.
- Brooklyn is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 matches with the 76ers.
- The Brooklyn Nets are 0-5 SU in their last 5 games against Philadelphia.
- The total went OVER in 5 of Brooklyn’s last 7 games on the road.
Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers 4/17/2023 Predictions, Free Picks and Odds
Philadelphia won 29 out of 41 home games in the regular season, and their offensive efficiency ranked third in the league. The 76ers outscored the Nets in every quarter and made an impressive 21-for-43 from beyond the arc in their previous matchup. The team also assisted on 32 of 42 made field goals and had a lead of up to 25 points.
In the previous game, Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 26 points (11-11 FT) and five rebounds, while James Harden scored 23 points, sinking seven out of thirteen three-point attempts. Tobias Harris also had a strong showing with 21 points, four rebounds, and four assists. This game is expected to be an intense and closely contested affair.
The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 121 points on 47.2 percent FG shooting and allowing 101 points on 55.7 percent shooting. Embiid is averaging 26 points and 3 assists, while PG James Harden is averaging 23 points and 13 assists. SF Tobias Harris is the third double-digit scorer and Tyrese Maxey is grabbing 6 rebounds. The 76ers are shooting 48.8 percent from beyond the arc and 100 percent from the free throw line.
- The total went OVER in 4 of Philadelphia’s last 5 contests with the Nets.
- The Philadelphia 76ers are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games at home.
- The 76ers are 9-2 SU in their last 11 games at home against Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers. The NBA pick for this game is the Philadelphia 76ers. Brooklyn Nets SG/SF Ben Simmons has a nerve impingement in his back and will miss the entire postseason. The Philadelphia 76ers were one of the most profitable home teams against the spread and could be on their way to sweeping this series. Take Philadelphia to win and cover at home. Prediction: Philadelphia 76ers win 115-99.
NBA Starting Time: 7:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA
Date: Monday, April 17, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: Philadelphia 76ers -10
NBA Totals: 230.5
