NBA Preview: Brooklyn Nets (21-35) vs. Washington Wizards (9-47)

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The Brooklyn Nets are set to face off against the Washington Wizards on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.

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Team Overview

Brooklyn Nets: The Nets are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference with a 21-35 record. They have been on a strong run recently, winning seven of their last 10 games. Brooklyn is coming off a thrilling 105-103 victory against the Philadelphia 76ers, with Nic Claxton scoring the game-winning basket at the buzzer. The Nets have been solid defensively, ranking eighth in the NBA in points allowed per game at 110.8.

Washington Wizards: The Wizards are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with a 9-47 record. They are currently on a six-game losing streak, with their last win coming against the Nets on February 5, 2025, when they won 119-102. Washington has struggled defensively, allowing an NBA-worst 121.4 points per game. The Wizards are also dealing with injuries, with key players like Malcolm Brogdon and Khris Middleton sidelined1.

Key Players

Brooklyn Nets:

  • Nic Claxton: Averaging 10.2 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2 assists per game. Claxton has been a key defensive anchor for the Nets.
  • Cameron Johnson: Leading the team with 19.1 points per game. Johnson had a standout performance against the 76ers, scoring 23 points.

Washington Wizards:

  • Jordan Poole: Leading the team with 20.9 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game.
  • Bilal Coulibaly: Averaging 12.3 points, 5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game.

Recent Form

Brooklyn Nets: The Nets have been in good form, going 7-3 in their last 10 games. They average 104.9 points per game while allowing 110.8 points.

Washington Wizards: The Wizards have been struggling, going 3-7 in their last 10 games. They average 111.3 points per game while allowing 118.7 points.

Brooklyn Nets                                   – 2.5

Washington Wizards                      213.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, February 23, 2025