Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers 4/20/2023 Picks, Predictions and Tips
East 1st Round – Game 2, PHI leads series 1-0
In a thrilling matchup in the NBA playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers clashed with the Brooklyn Nets in the first game of a Thursday night doubleheader on TNT at the Barclays Center. The 76ers, who secured the third seed, showcased their dominance on the road during the regular season, winning 25 out of 41 away games and ranking third in offensive efficiency. In Game Two of the series, Philadelphia displayed their defensive prowess, limiting the Nets to a mere 35 points in the second half, resulting in a commanding 96-84 victory on their home court.
Leading the charge for the 76ers was their young guard, Tyrese Maxey, who lit up the scoreboard with an impressive 33 points on 13-for-23 shooting, earning him the distinction of being the top scorer of the game. Maxey also contributed to his team’s success with game-best plus 17 ratings. All-Star center Joel Embiid showcased his versatility with 20 points, a stellar 19 rebounds, and seven assists, while Tobias Harris added 20 points and 12 rebounds to complete a formidable performance by the 76ers. One of the key factors in Philadelphia’s victory was their dominance on the glass, out-rebounding the Nets by a substantial margin of 56-33.
- Philadelphia is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 meetings with the Brooklyn Nets.
- The Philadelphia 76ers are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games against the Nets.
- The 76ers are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games on the road against Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers 4/20/2023 Picks, Predictions and Tips
On the other hand, the Brooklyn Nets struggled to find their rhythm on the road in the first two games of the series and had no answers for the imposing presence of Joel Embiid. Despite holding a 49-44 halftime lead in Game Two and leading by as many as ten points, the sixth-seeded Nets faltered in the face of Philadelphia‘s defensive pressure. Brooklyn struggled in the paint, being outscored 46-22, and also had a tough time finding the mark from the field, shooting a frigid 38 percent.
Brooklyn’s forward, Cameron Johnson, tried to keep his team in the game with a stellar performance from beyond the arc, knocking down 5-for-11 from three-point range and finishing with a team-high 28 points. Mikal Bridges also contributed with 21 points on 6-for-15 shooting, accompanied by seven assists and five rebounds. Spencer Dinwiddie chipped in with 12 points and six assists for the Nets, but it was not enough to overcome the relentless 76ers.
- The total stayed OVER in 4 of the Nets’ last 6 matches with the 76ers.
- The total went UNDER in 4 of Brooklyn’s last 5 games at home.
- Brooklyn is 3-7 SU in their last 10 games at home against Philadelphia.
Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers. The NBA pick for this game is the Philadelphia 76ers. Brooklyn PF Ben Simmons is dealing with a nerve impingement in his back and will not be playing in the postseason. Both squads rank in the top ten of the league in offensive efficiency. Look for the Nets to shoot better at home in a game that goes over the total. Final Score Prediction, Philadelphia 76ers win 111-106.
NBA Starting Time: 7:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA
Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: Philadelphia 76ers -4.5
NBA Totals: 209.5
