Washington-wizards vs Brooklyn Nets Picks and Predictions February 24th 2025

Washington-Wizards vs Brooklyn Nets February 24th 2025

At 7:00 ET, the Wizards (9-47) will host the Nets (21-35) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Washington is currently on a six-game losing streak, while Brooklyn is favored by 3.5 points (-154 moneyline).

This game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington and can be seen on MNMT.

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Nets vs. Wizards Key Information

The Nets pulled off a 105-103 road win over the 76ers on Saturday, moving to 21-35 for the season. Brooklyn entered the game as +11 point underdogs and not only covered the spread but also came away with the victory. The total points for the game were 208, falling short of the 212.5 over/under line.

Brooklyn jumped out to a strong start, leading 40-30 after the 1st quarter and extended their lead slightly by winning the 2nd quarter 23-22. They entered the 4th quarter up 83-76, but the 76ers made a push, outscoring the Nets 27-22 in the final period.

In their win over the 76ers, the Nets shot 50.6% from the field, despite struggling from beyond the arc, hitting just 7 threes at a 25% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 23 points, including 10 in the opening quarter.

Nicolas Claxton and Trendon Watford each added 16 points, with Watford scoring 11 in the 4th. Ziaire Williams and Keon Johnson contributed 11 points apiece, with both players scoring 6 in the 1st quarter.

The Nets tightened up defensively after a rough 1st quarter, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd to help secure a 105-103 win over the 76ers. Brooklyn held Philadelphia to 42% shooting from the field, including just 10 made threes on 25% shooting from beyond the arc.

Brooklyn sent the 76ers to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws. The Nets grabbed 30 defensive rebounds while allowing 15 offensive boards. They also contributed 10 steals and 8 blocks in the game.

Washington’s tough season continued with a 110-90 road loss to the Magic on Sunday, dropping their record to 9-47. The Wizards entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 200 points fell short of the 215.5-point O/U line.

After a competitive 1st quarter, the Magic took control with a 13-0 run, extending their lead from 33-29 to 42-33. Washington struggled offensively, scoring just 17 points in the 3rd quarter while allowing Orlando to put up 32 points.

In their 110-90 loss to the Magic, the Wizards struggled offensively, shooting just 41% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 26.3% clip. Jordan Poole led the team with 16 points, adding 8 of those in the 4th quarter.

Bub Carrington contributed 13 points, including 7 in the final period, while Tristan Vukcevic added 12 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Both Richaun Holmes and Bilal Coulibaly chipped in 11 points, with each scoring 5 in the opening quarter.

Defensively, the Wizards held the Magic to 110 points on 44% shooting in their game on Sunday. Washington’s best defensive effort came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, but they gave up 32 points in the 3rd quarter.

From beyond the arc, the Wizards limited the Magic to 11 made threes on 34% shooting. Washington sent Orlando to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 19 attempts. The Wizards finished with 5 steals and 4 blocks.

Our bet is on the Nets for a win, and we project the score to be 93-76. Additionally, we expect them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to wager on the Nets with the spread at -3.5.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 214.5 and given that our model is projecting 169 points between the teams, we like the under.

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Wizards Look to Defeat Nets Again to End Skid

The Washington Wizards will attempt to end their six-game losing streak on Monday when they host the Brooklyn Nets in Washington, D.C.

The Wizards previously secured a 119-102 road victory over the Nets on Feb. 5, marking the end of their longest winning streak of the season. Seven Washington players scored in double figures in that game. However, the team has since lost six straight, including a 110-90 defeat against Orlando on Sunday.

Washington Battling Injuries and Struggles

Washington continues to struggle with injuries, as Malcolm Brogdon missed Sunday’s contest with an ankle injury. Khris Middleton, acquired in the trade that sent Kyle Kuzma to Milwaukee, was also sidelined with his own ankle issue.

“We won’t use inexperience as an excuse around here,” Wizards coach Brian Keefe said. “Lessons to be learned; come out better in the third quarter.”

The Wizards’ current skid is their third-longest of the season, following two 16-game losing streaks that spanned from Nov. 2 to Dec. 5 and Jan. 3 to 30. Their 90-point performance on Sunday was their lowest output since scoring just 82 against Toronto during their January slump.

Nets Gaining Momentum

Brooklyn rebounded from its February loss to Washington by winning four of its last five games, including a dramatic 105-103 buzzer-beating victory over Philadelphia on Saturday. Nic Claxton’s put-back at the horn sealed the win and continued the Nets’ recent surge.

“He’s been working really hard,” Brooklyn coach Jordi Fernandez said of Claxton. “It was a little bit of an up-and-down (season). Right now, consistently, he’s been getting better and better and better, being the anchor of the defense.”

Claxton, who finished with 16 points on Saturday, has reached double figures in four of Brooklyn’s last five games. He has also grabbed at least nine rebounds in that stretch, boosting his season averages to 10.2 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.

Defensively, Brooklyn ranks eighth in the NBA, allowing just 110.8 points per game. Meanwhile, Washington has struggled all season on that end, surrendering an NBA-worst 121.4 points per game.

Offensive Challenges for Both Teams

While Brooklyn has excelled defensively, its offense has been inconsistent. The Nets rank 29th in the league in scoring at 104.9 points per game, surpassing that mark only twice in their last nine contests. However, they have held six of their last nine opponents below 100 points.

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Washington’s offense is also limited following Kuzma’s departure. Jordan Poole leads the team with 21 points per game, the only Wizard averaging more than 13 points. Bilal Coulibaly follows with just over 12 points per game.

Brooklyn’s Cam Thomas, averaging 24.7 points, has not played since Jan. 2, but Cameron Johnson, putting up 19.1 points per game, led the Nets with 23 in their win over Philadelphia.

Can the Wizards end their skid, or will the surging Nets continue their push for a play-in berth?