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An Eastern Conference bout on Tuesday night has the Philadelphia 76ers (8-8) hosting the Brooklyn Nets (8-9). This will be the first of four matchups between these Atlantic Division rivals, and Brooklyn won the season series 3-1 last year. The 76ers head into this game allowing the third-fewest points in the NBA (106.6), while the Nets are currently averaging 111.6 points per game, ranking 16th in the league. Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and James Harden are all out with foot injuries for Philadelphia, while Nicolas Claxton (illness) and Yuta Watanabe (hamstring) are questionable for Brooklyn.

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET from Philadelphia. Caesars Sportsbook lists Brooklyn as an 8-point favorite in the latest Nets vs. 76ers odds. The over/under for total points is set at 217.5. Before making any 76ers vs. Nets picks, you need to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's advanced computer model.

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 four seasons. The model enters Week 6 of the 2022-23 NBA season on a stunning 103-68 roll on all top-rated NBA picks that dates back to last season, returning more than $2,700. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.

Now, the model has set its sights on Nets vs. 76ers and just locked in its picks and NBA predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines for 76ers vs. Nets:

  • Nets vs. 76ers spread: Brooklyn -8
  • Nets vs. 76ers Over-Under: 217.5 points
  • Nets vs. 76ers money line: Brooklyn -345, Philadelphia +270
  • BK: Nets are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine games overall
  • PHI: 76ers are 4-0 ATS in their last four games overall
  • Nets vs. 76ers picks: See picks at SportsLine

Why the Nets can cover

Guard Kyrie Irving has an exceptional offensive repertoire as he has great quickness and pushes the ball in transition. The Duke product has excellent ball handles and control, allowing him to play with defenders. Irving is fearless when driving down the lane and can hit his jumpers from the perimeter with ease. The seven-time All-Star averages 25.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game.

Forward Royce O'Neale is a nice two-way force on the wing who has lightning-quick and active hands. The Baylor product has great recovery speed and closes out well on shooters. The 29-year-old excels in catch-and-shoot situations, averaging 10 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. On Nov. 17, he supplied a triple-double of 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. 

Why the 76ers can cover

Philadelphia's team is littered with injuries currently and forward Tobias Harris will be thrust into a larger role offensively. Harris is a good scoring option who has great instincts and reliable jumper. The Tennessee product rebounds well and can make the right read. Harris is averaging 14.7 points and 6.2 rebounds per game.

Guard De'Anthony Melton has great court vision and knows how to push the ball in the open floor. Melton is an accurate passer and rebounds well for his size. The USC product is an aggressive defender who plays with high energy, and he's putting up 9.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game. On Saturday, Melton dropped 19 points, five rebounds, six assists, and five steals.

How to make Nets vs. 76ers picks

SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting the teams to combine for 227 points. The model also says one side of the spread hits in over 60 percent of simulations. You can only get the pick at SportsLine.

So who wins 76ers vs. Nets? And which side of the spread hits in over 60 percent of simulations? Visit SportsLine now to find out which side of the spread you need to jump on, all from the model that has crushed its NBA picks, and find out.