76ers vs. Nets odds, line, spread, time: 2023 NBA picks, Nov. 19 predictions from proven model
An Eastern Conference showdown has the Philadelphia 76ers (9-3) and the Brooklyn Nets (6-6) colliding on Sunday afternoon. This is the first of four regular-season matchups between the Atlantic Division foes, and last year, Philadelphia swept the season series 4-0. The 76ers are currently third in the NBA in scoring (120.4), while Brooklyn is 11th (114.3). Ben Simmons (back) and Cameron Thomas (ankle) are out for the Nets, while Kelly Oubre Jr. (rib) is out for the Sixers.
Tipoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. Philadelphia is a 3.5-point favorite in the latest 76ers vs. Nets odds, per SportsLine consensus. The over/under for total points is 223.5. Before making any Nets vs. 76ers picks, you'll want to see the NBA predictions from the model at SportsLine.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past five seasons. The model enters Week 4 of the 2023-24 NBA season on a 80-43 roll on all top-rated NBA picks dating back to last season, returning nearly $3,000. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.
The model has set its sights on Nets vs. Sixers and locked in its NBA predictions. You can head to SportsLine to see its picks. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines for Sixers vs. Nets:
- 76ers vs. Nets spread: 76ers -3.5
- 76ers vs. Nets over/under: 223.5
- 76ers vs. Nets money line: 76ers -168, Nets +140
- PHI: The Sixers are 9-3 against the spread this season
- BKN: The Nets have hit the 1Q ML in 25 of their last 39 home games
Why the 76ers can cover
Forward Tobias Harris thrives in his role. Harris does a great job moving without the ball as a cutter and spot-up shooter. The Tennessee product also rebounds well and averages 20.3 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. He's tallied at least 24 points in three of his last five outings, including on Friday when Harris had 29 points and 10 rebounds.
Guard De'Anthony Melton possesses long arms and athleticism to play well on both ends of the floor. Melton has a reliable jumper with good defensive instincts on the perimeter. The USC product logs 11.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and four assists per game. On Nov. 14 versus the Indiana Pacers, the 25-year-old racked up 30 points and three assists. See which team to pick here.
Why the Nets can cover
Forward Mikal Bridges is a two-way threat in the frontcourt for Brooklyn. Bridges plays excellent defense due to his length and light feet. The 27-year-old can finish around the rim and shoot off the dribble. Bridges averages 20.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. In his last game, Bridges logged 23 points, seven boards and five assists.
Forward Cameron Johnson has been a nice addition since returning from injury. Johnson uses his impressive jumper to space out the floor. The North Carolina product utilizes his long frame to be disruptive defensively. Johnson logs 14.6 points, five rebounds and shots 35% from 3-point land. He's notched at least 14 points in three straight games. See which team to pick here.
How to make Nets vs. 76ers picks
The model has simulated Sixers vs. Nets 10,000 times and is leaning Under the total. It also says one side of the spread has all of the value. You can only see the picks at SportsLine.
