This is a battle of the basement dwellers, no two ways about it. The Wizards and Nets have been circling the drain all season, clocking in with just 17 and 18 wins respectively.
The key matchup to watch is Deni Avdija against Mikal Bridges. Avdija has been a bright spot for Washington, averaging 14.3 points and 7.2 rebounds in March, while Bridges, despite the team's struggles, remains Brooklyn's most reliable scorer. Bridges put up 23 points in their last meeting, a 122-119 Nets win on March 27th. Washington's been marginally better at home lately, splitting their last six at Capital One Arena. Brooklyn, on the other hand, just got hammered by the Lakers, giving up 116 points.
Here's the thing: neither team plays much defense. I think the Wizards, buoyed by a home crowd that just wants to see *something* go right, take this one. Wizards win 118-112.
Predictions are for entertainment purposes only. Not gambling advice.