76ers vs Wizards Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have a chance to close the series against the Washington Wizards if they win Game 4 in Washington. That would be very convenient for Doc Rivers’ side because of the further stages and resting time. The series between the Atlanta Hawks and the New York Knicks might be over soon, while on the other hand, Philly’s players wouldn’t need to worry about the fatigue in the East semifinals. So far, the 76ers were smashing the team from DC, not having the slightest problems in the series so far.
76ers vs Wizards Schedule
- Where: Capital One Arena, Wawhicngont, DC
- When: Monday, May 31, 7pm ET
- How to Watch: TNT
76ers vs Wizards Odds
| Team | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 76ers | +7.5 | 230.5 |
| Wizards | -7.5 | 230.5 |
Embiid Trashing the Rivals
The Process scored 36 points in 28 minutes during Game 3, which ended 132-103 for the guests from Pennsylvania. He would shoot 14-for-18 from the field and eight boards and three steals. During the series, Philly’s center averages 29.3 points, with seven boards, while shooting 67.4% from the field and 54.5% for three-point territory.
Even though he sometimes crosses the boundaries of sportsmanship with trash talking and insults, we need to admit that the former third pick is one of the best players in the league right now.
However, his game wouldn’t be possible without Ben Simmons, who dictates the pace of the 76ers offense. Simmons and Embiid know one another perfectly, and they are, in fact, the axis of Doc Rivers’ unit. Also, the 24-year old guard is among the top five defenders in the league as well.
Wizards Hoping to Earn an Honorable Elimination
By honorable, we mean at least one win in the series, which would ease up the disappointment for the finished season. Yet, we need to add, this is a tough task for Scot Brooks’ side. Right now, they don’t look as if they might respond and hit back at least once.
The Wizards are inferior in all aspects of the game. Now, the one category where they simply need to be better is three-point shooting because that is the only area where they might generate some advantage over the Sixers. During Game 3, the hosts made just 8 of 35 attempts from downtown, which is unacceptable.
Bertans and Beal, the top two shooters, were 3-for-14 for three, and that pretty much tells everything. Beal had 25 points, but with 10-for-26 from the field, while Westbrook notched a triple-double with 26 points, 12 boards, and 10 assists.
76ers vs Wizards Head to Head
Right now, the 76ers have eight straight defeats against the team from Washington, with the stretch starting way back in December 2019.
76ers vs Wizards Prediction and Pick
There is really no need to explain why we suggest staking some money on Doc Rivers’ team. They are simply much better than Washington, and we strongly believe that the 76ers will secure their ticket for the Eastern Conference semis already this Monday night. The odds are low, but the risk is practically non-existent, so go for it. You might even try with Philly covering a -7.5-point spread.
Free NBA Pick: Philadelphia Wins
