Through 3 Quarters

The Washington Wizards were expected to take an 'L' in this one, but so far it isn't playing out to script. Either team is in a position to win, but they lead against the Philadelphia 76ers 81-79.

Power forward Kyle Kuzma has led the way so far for Washington, as he has 22 points in addition to four boards and two blocks. Philadelphia has been led by point guard Tyrese Maxey, who so far has 20 points and six assists along with seven rebounds.

The 76ers haven't lost 73% of the games in which they were down heading into the final period this season, so a win here would be refreshing.

Who's Playing

Washington @ Philadelphia

Current Records: Washington 23-27; Philadelphia 31-19

What to Know

The Washington Wizards might have tired legs after a matchup yesterday as they head on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers at 7 p.m. ET Feb. 2 at Wells Fargo Center. Philadelphia will be strutting in after a win while the Wizards will be stumbling in from a loss.

Washington received a tough blow on Tuesday as they fell 112-98 to the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite the defeat, Washington got a solid performance out of power forward Kyle Kuzma, who posted a double-double on 25 points and 11 rebounds along with three blocks.

Meanwhile, it may have taken overtime to finish the job, but the Sixers ultimately got the result they were hoping for on Monday with a 122-119 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. Philadelphia's point guard Tyrese Maxey was one of the most active players for the squad, picking up 33 points and eight assists in addition to four blocks.

Washington have to know they'll be fighting an uphill battle given the 10.50 point spread they are up against. Now might not be the best time to take Washington against the spread since they've let down bettors for the past six consecutive games.

The Wizards didn't have too much trouble with the Sixers at home in the teams' previous meeting last month as they won 117-98. Will Washington repeat their success, or do the Sixers have a better game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.

How To Watch

  • When: Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET
  • Where: Wells Fargo Center -- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • TV: NBC Sports Philadelphia
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $15.00

Odds

The 76ers are a big 10.5-point favorite against the Wizards, according to the latest NBA odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the 76ers as a 9.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -111

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Series History

Philadelphia have won 16 out of their last 27 games against Washington.

  • Jan 17, 2022 - Washington 117 vs. Philadelphia 98
  • Dec 26, 2021 - Philadelphia 117 vs. Washington 96
  • Jun 02, 2021 - Philadelphia 129 vs. Washington 112
  • May 31, 2021 - Washington 122 vs. Philadelphia 114
  • May 29, 2021 - Philadelphia 132 vs. Washington 103
  • May 26, 2021 - Philadelphia 120 vs. Washington 95
  • May 23, 2021 - Philadelphia 125 vs. Washington 118
  • Mar 12, 2021 - Philadelphia 127 vs. Washington 101
  • Jan 06, 2021 - Philadelphia 141 vs. Washington 136
  • Dec 23, 2020 - Philadelphia 113 vs. Washington 107
  • Aug 05, 2020 - Philadelphia 107 vs. Washington 98
  • Dec 21, 2019 - Philadelphia 125 vs. Washington 108
  • Dec 05, 2019 - Washington 119 vs. Philadelphia 113
  • Jan 09, 2019 - Washington 123 vs. Philadelphia 106
  • Jan 08, 2019 - Philadelphia 132 vs. Washington 115
  • Nov 30, 2018 - Philadelphia 123 vs. Washington 98
  • Feb 25, 2018 - Washington 109 vs. Philadelphia 94
  • Feb 06, 2018 - Philadelphia 115 vs. Washington 102
  • Nov 29, 2017 - Philadelphia 118 vs. Washington 113
  • Oct 18, 2017 - Washington 120 vs. Philadelphia 115
  • Feb 24, 2017 - Philadelphia 120 vs. Washington 112
  • Jan 14, 2017 - Washington 109 vs. Philadelphia 93
  • Nov 16, 2016 - Philadelphia 109 vs. Washington 102
  • Mar 17, 2016 - Washington 99 vs. Philadelphia 94
  • Feb 29, 2016 - Washington 116 vs. Philadelphia 108
  • Feb 26, 2016 - Washington 103 vs. Philadelphia 94
  • Feb 05, 2016 - Washington 106 vs. Philadelphia 94

Injury Report for Philadelphia

  • Seth Curry: Out (Back)
  • Shake Milton: Out (Back)
  • Furkan Korkmaz: Out (Knee)

Injury Report for Washington

  • Thomas Bryant: Out (Ankle)
  • Bradley Beal: Out (Wrist)