At the onset of the arrival of Joel Embiid, Philadelphia became an instant Eastern Conference playoff contender. It is true that the 76ers have been transformed into a much more appealing bet on NBA choice with gamblers. Along the same lines Oklahoma City has moved back into elite territory with the tandem of Paul George and Russell Westbrook. Westbrook has long been Mr. Everything for the Thunder. But George have given him the support that has been lacking the past few seasons. Together this tandem has transformed OKC into a top tier Western Conference threat.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Date and Time: Thursday, February 28, 2019, 8 p.m. Eastern
Location: Chesapeake Energy Arena, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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| Team | Spread | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76ers | +4 (-110) | 238½ (-110) |  |
| Thunder | -4 (-110) | 238½ (-110) | |
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76ers vs. Thunder TV Coverage: TNT
Oklahoma City Thunder
Starting with six payouts in their last ten games has Oklahoma City stayed in the black. OKC has gone under the total in four of their last six games. NBA metrics have the Thunder ranked third for scoring offense but 13th for points allowed. Owing to that is a record of 38-21 straight up, 33-26 vs. the odds, and 31-28 over the total. Oklahoma City trails Denver in the Northwest Division.
Philadelphia 76ers
By contrast the 76ers have failed to cover five of their last eight games. Seven of their last ten games have gone under the total. Philadelphia ranks fifth in the Association for scoring offense but 20th for points against. As a result, the Sixers are 38-22 straight up, 28-32 against the spread, and 32-28 over the total. That is good for second place in the Atlantic Division.
Important Names to Consider
Extending Philadelphia’s success is Joel Embiid’s 27.3 points and 13.5 rebounds per game. Paul George leads OKC with 28.7 points per outing. And the versatile Russell Westbrook adds 22.5 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 11 assists per game.
Stats to Consider
Philadelphia has been in the red as a bet on NBA away dog. As an example, the 76ers have covered just three of their last seven in that situation. Four of the Sixers last five games getting points on the road went under the total. Balanced against that is the good value shown by Oklahoma City as a home chalk. OKC has paid in 10 of their last 17 laying points at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Seven of their last nine in that role have gone over the total.
Team vs. Team
In particular Oklahoma City has dominated this sportsbook series against Philadelphia. Four consecutive payouts have gone to the Thunder in this matchup. Just two of the last seven between these teams went over the total. OKC has covered the spread in five of their last six home tilts with the Sixers. Also, just one of the last four between these teams at Chesapeake Energy Center went over the number.
Matchup to Watch
On this occasion there will be plenty of star power on the hardwood. Of major concern is Philadelphia’s Bet on NBA matchup weakness on defense. The Sixers have not been an effective value on the road. As mentioned earlier the Thunder own this series.
76ers vs. Thunder NBA games Betting Odds Picks
In this situation Oklahoma City has the better advantage.
76ers vs. Thunder NBA Betting Online Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder
76ers vs. Thunder NBA Betting Online Score Prediction: Thunder 110, 76ers 101
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