Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 07/02/2024, 06:10  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 07/02/2024 at 06:10 in NBA Predictions

The Philadelphia 76ers will play host to the Golden State Warriors at the Wells Fargo Center in the NBA on Wednesday night. The hosts are 30-19 and fifth in the Eastern Conference standings, while the visitors are 22-25 and 11th in the Western Conference. 

The Golden State Warriors have been performing well lately, winning three of their last four games and will be looking to maintain their momentum after a convincing 109-98 road victory over the Nets on Monday. Stephen Curry led the team with 29 points on 12 of 24 shooting, while Jonathan Kuminga added 28 points along with 10 rebounds. With an average of 118.7 points per game, the Warriors rank eighth in the NBA's scoring charts, while the 76ers allow the 14th-fewest points per game at 113.4. Defensively, however, Golden State is conceding an average of 118.4 points per game, placing them 21st in the league, with opponents shooting at a rate of 47.2 percent (16th). Unfortunately, Chris Paul, Andrew Wiggins, and Gary Payton II are likely to miss the upcoming match due to injury.

Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers have been struggling lately, losing six of their last seven games overall, and they'll be looking to bounce back from a two-game skid after a disappointing 118-102 loss to the Mavericks on Monday. Kelly Oubre Jr. led the team with 19 points, while Tobias Harris contributed 17 points along with six assists. Philadelphia boasts the NBA's sixth-ranked offense, averaging 118.8 points per game, while Golden State ranks 21st in defense, allowing 118.4 points per game. Defensively, the 76ers are allowing 113.4 points per game, placing them 14th in the NBA, and they excel in limiting opponent 3-point attempts and percentages. Unfortunately, Joel Embiid and Kenneth Lofton will be sidelined for this match.