Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 4, 2025

Two neighboring teams in the Eastern Conference standings meet in Saturday’s Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets matchup. The 76ers are on a two-game losing streak, while the Nets are coming off a tough win against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Here’s an in-depth preview of the Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets game, set to tip off at 6 p.m. ET at Barclays Center in New York.

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Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction, Preview and Odds

Moneyline: 76ers (-285) vs Nets (+232)

Spread: 76ers -7.5 (-110) vs Nets +7.5 (+110)

Total (O/U): 76ers o215.5 (-110) vs Nets u215.5 (-110)

Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

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Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets preview

The 76ers (13-19) and Nets (13-21) are positioned close together in the Eastern Conference standings, despite having different objectives. Philadelphia is in "win-now" mode after acquiring Paul George, but their goal remains distant, despite recent improvements.

Meanwhile, the Nets are in rebuilding mode, recently trading Dennis Schroder and Dorian Finney-Smith for assets.

In the last 10 games, as Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey have seen more time together, the 76ers have posted a top-10 offensive rating, though their defense remains in the bottom 10.

Embiid is averaging 24.1 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists, while Paul George is averaging 16.3 ppg, his fourth-lowest in his career.

The 76ers have a long climb ahead in the standings, especially after a blowout loss to the Golden State Warriors in their last game.

The Nets have one of the league's worst defenses, and though they've fought hard, their primary aim is to secure a high draft pick.

They almost let a 24-point lead slip away against the Bucks on Thursday but managed to hold on for the win. Cam Johnson scored 26 points in the win but sustained an injury.

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Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets predicted starting lineups

For the 76ers, Kelly Oubre is questionable due to a hand injury, while Joel Embiid is also questionable because of a foot injury. Jared McCain and Kenyon Martin are both out due to a meniscus issue and a foot injury, respectively.

For the Nets, De'Anthony Melton is out for the season with an ACL injury. Ben Simmons and Cameron Johnson are both questionable due to back and ankle injuries, respectively. Maxwell Lewis, Bojan Bogdanovic and Trendon Watford are out. Cam Thomas and Noah Clowney are also questionable due to hamstring and back injuries.

76ers

G - Tyrese Maxey | G - Kyle Lowry | F - Paul George. | F - Cakleb Martin | C - Joel Embiid

Nets

G - D’Angelo Russell | G - Cam Thomas | F - Keon Johnson| F - Jalen Wilson| C - Nic Claxton

Editor's note: These are the predicted lineups and could change based on the availability of players.

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Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets betting props

• Cam Thomas to score under 23.5 points is -115 on DraftKings. Expect him to go under.
• D'Angelo Russell to score over 15.5 points is -110 on DraftKings. Expect him to exceed this mark.

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Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets prediction

The 76ers are expected to break their losing streak tonight. The game should be a great opportunity for the team’s big three to shine and secure a victory.