Brooklyn Nets @ Washington Wizards - Prediction, Preview, and Odds

When: Wednesday, January 19th, 2022 at 7:00pm E.T.

Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How: NBA League Pass.

Spread: Wizards -2.

Total: 231.5.

Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook

Nets Spotlight

The Brooklyn Nets will be looking to bounce-back after coming off a rough loss in Cleveland as 4-point underdogs. Offensively on the road, the Nets rank 1st in points per game, 1st in field goal percentage, and 2nd in 3-point shooting. Defensively on the road, the Nets rank 12th in points allowed, 2nd in field goal percentage, 1st in 3-point shooting, and 9th in rebounding. 

Wizards Spotlight

The Washington Wizards just pulled off a nice victory against the Philadelphia 76ers as 1.5-point underdogs. Offensively at home, the Wizards rank 12th in points per game, 8th in field goal percentage, and 25th in 3-point shooting. Defensively at home, the Wizards rank 21st in points allowed, 18th in field goal percentage, 11th in 3-point shooting, and 14th in rebounding. 

Final Say

The Nets have not been profitable at all going 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games, while going just 1-9 SU in their last 10 versus the Wizards. The problem is the Wizards haven’t been profitable either going 1-6 ATS in their last seven games, and 1-4 ATS in their last five games at home. They also are 0-4 ATS following a SU win, and 0-5 ATS in their last five games as favorites. The Wizards are coming off a nice revenge win against the Sixers, while the Nets will be looking to avenge their most recent loss to the Cavaliers. Brooklyn has played the underdog role well lately, going 4-1 ATS in their last five instances, while they have been one of the best road teams going 13-2 SU in their last 15 on the road. With Irving and Harden handling the ball, the Nets are going to be a tough out for any team, which is why I like them to take out this lowly Wizards team. Grab the free points and back the Nets on the road.

Pick: Brooklyn Nets +2