Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia-76ers Picks and Predictions February 12th 2025

Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia-76ers February 12th 2025

At 7:30 ET, the Philadelphia 76ers (-134) will take on the Brooklyn Nets (+113) at the Barclays Center. The 76ers are favored by 2 points over the Nets, and the over/under line is currently sitting at 212.5.

Philadelphia is currently on a 4-game losing streak and is 11th in the Eastern Conference, while Brooklyn has won 2 straight and is 12th in the East.

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76ers vs. Nets Key Information

The 76ers dropped to 20-33 on the season after a 106-103 home loss to the Raptors on Tuesday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as -10.5 favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points of 209 fell short of the 225-point O/U line.

Toronto’s 13-0 run early on shifted the momentum, but the 76ers responded with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring the Raptors 34-24. However, they couldn’t capitalize, as Toronto edged them 34-29 in the 3rd, and both teams scored 22 points in the 4th.

In their 106-103 loss to the Raptors, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting just 40.7% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 23.7% clip. Joel Embiid led the way with 27 points and 12 rebounds, adding 9 points in the 2nd quarter.

Jared Butler contributed 15 points, with 8 coming in the 2nd and another 7 in the 4th. Paul George added 14 points, knocking down 2 threes, while Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre chipped in 13 and 12 points, respectively.

Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they held the Raptors to 22 points, the 76ers couldn’t overcome a tough 3rd quarter, giving up 34 points in a 106-103 loss. Philadelphia did a good job limiting Toronto’s three-point shooting, allowing just 11 made threes on 33% shooting.

The 76ers sent the Raptors to the line 23 times, where they converted 19 free throws. Philadelphia finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 10 offensive boards. They also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks in the game.

Brooklyn improved to 19-34 on the season with a 97-89 win over the Hornets on Monday. The Nets were favored by 5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 186 points fell well short of the 212-point line.

Brooklyn built a big lead by outscoring Charlotte 27-19 in the 2nd quarter and 24-16 in the 3rd. They led 85-65 going into the 4th but were outscored 24-12 in the final period.

In their win over the Hornets, the Nets struggled offensively, shooting just 39.8% from the field and 23.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 10 threes. Nicolas Claxton led the way with 16 points, while Cameron Johnson and Day’Ron Sharpe each added 14.

Trendon Watford contributed 13 points, with 8 coming in the first quarter. D’Angelo Russell and Ziaire Williams both scored 11, with Russell putting up 7 in the 3rd quarter and Williams adding 7 in the 1st.

The Nets gave up 30 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up defensively, allowing just 19 points in the 2nd and 16 in the 3rd to secure a win over the Hornets. They allowed 24 points in the 4th but held Charlotte to 89 points overall.

Brooklyn limited the Hornets to 41% shooting, including just 19% from three-point range, with Charlotte making only 6 threes. The Nets also recorded 10 steals and 6 blocks in the game.

We’re calling a win for the 76ers, with a final score of 144-97, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the 76ers at -2.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 212.5, and our model projects the 76ers and Nets to reach a combined total of 241 points. Our bet is on taking the over.

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Sputtering Sixers Seek Turnaround vs. Improving Nets

The Philadelphia 76ers and Brooklyn Nets are heading in opposite directions as they face off Wednesday in Brooklyn.

Can the Sixers End Their Losing Streak?

Philadelphia (22-35) has lost four straight games and six of its last seven, falling to a season-worst 13 games under .500. The Sixers’ struggles have largely stemmed from inconsistent availability of their stars, with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George rarely on the court together.

Embiid played in Tuesday’s 106-103 home loss to Toronto, recording 27 points and 12 rebounds. However, the Sixers’ offense stalled late, and head coach Nick Nurse acknowledged the team’s shooting woes.

“The offense is pretty clunky right now,” Nurse said. “We’ve got to find a rhythm.”

Maxey, who had scored at least 30 in eight of his previous 10 games, managed just five points against Toronto. Nurse suggested the guard may be playing through an injury.

“I have a feeling that there’s something bothering him physically,” Nurse said.

If Embiid sits Wednesday (he has yet to play in both ends of a back-to-back this season), the Sixers will lean on George, who has struggled offensively, failing to score more than 14 points in five straight games.

Brooklyn’s Defense Is Leading the Charge

Brooklyn (19-37) has turned its season around, going 5-1 in its last six games. The key? Defense. The Nets have held each of their past five opponents under 100 points, limiting them to 41 percent shooting or worse.

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In Monday’s 97-89 win over Charlotte, Brooklyn outscored the Hornets 51-35 in the second and third quarters. Center Nic Claxton led the team with 16 points and has reached double figures in five of his last six games.

“We remember when that list came out. We definitely keep that in the back of our heads,” Brooklyn reserve Trendon Watford said, referencing preseason projections that had the Nets finishing among the NBA’s worst teams. “They doubted us.”

Claxton (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday’s game, meaning Day’Ron Sharpe could see increased minutes. Sharpe has shot 65.7 percent from the field over the past 11 games.

Will the Sixers Bounce Back, or Will Brooklyn Stay Hot?

Philadelphia has won both matchups against Brooklyn this season, but the Sixers are reeling while the Nets are peaking. Will Philly stop the slide, or will Brooklyn’s defense dominate again?