San Antonio Spurs (15-13) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (9-17)
December 23, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Philadelphia 76ers -5.5; Over/Under: +221.5
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The San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia 76ers meet Monday in NBA action at the Wells Fargo Center. Here’s a Philadelphia 76ers vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction. This article will include a Philadelphia 76ers vs San Antonio Spurs Pick.
San Antonio Spurs Betting Preview
The San Antonio Spurs beat the Hawks and Trail Blazers, and they play the Knicks, Nets, and Timberwolves next. The San Antonio Spurs are averaging 111.7 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 113.4 points on 46.6 percent shooting. Victor Wembanyama is averaging 24.5 points and 10.1 rebounds, while Devin Vassell is averaging 16.6 points and 2.7 assists. Jeremy Sochan is the third double-digit scorer and Julian Champagnie is dishing 1.5 assists. The San Antonio Spurs are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free throw line. The San Antonio Spurs are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.7 rebounds per game.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Hornets, lost to the Cavaliers, and they play the Celtics, Jazz, and Trail Blazers next. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 106 points on 44.3 percent shooting and allowing 110.5 points on 47.7 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 25.1 points and 5 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 20.3 points and 7.7 rebounds. Paul George is the third double-digit scorer and Jared McCain is grabbing 2.4 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 32.7 percent from beyond the arc and 76.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The 76ers have won 10 of their last 11 games against the Spurs.
- The Spurs have lost 24 of their last 27 road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Spurs have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games as road underdogs following a win.
- The 76ers have covered the spread in five of their last six games against Spurs teams that held a winning record.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Spurs’ last six night games against Eastern Conference opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the 76ers’ last four games against Southwest Division opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
Philadelphia 76ers Player Facts
- Joel Embiid ranks 1st amongst qualified players for FT% (94.1%) this season.
- Tyrese Maxey ranks 4th amongst qualified players for steals per game (2.0) this season.
San Antonio Spurs Player Facts
- Victor Wembanyama ranks 1st amongst qualified players for Blocks Per Game (3.8) this season.
- Chris Paul ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for assists per 36 minutes (10.7) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for assists per game this season (21.6).
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for field goals made per game this season (37.9).
- The Spurs rank 1st in the league for Q3 win percentage this season (71.4%).
- The Spurs rank 2nd in the league for blocks per game this season (6.8).
Philadelphia 76ers vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction
The Philadelphia 76ers haven’t been able to string together success to lay these sorts of lines. The 76ers have struggled with injuries and haven’t been impressive even when they’re close to full strength. The San Antonio Spurs have won 4 of their last 5 games, and the defensive effort has shown signs of improving. I’m just not there with the 76ers. It’s the Spurs and the points or pass for me.
