Philadelphia 76ers vs Washington Wizards
PREVIEW: The Philadelphia 76ers will attempt to halt a four-game home losing streak when they face the Washington Wizards on December 2, 2025 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The 76ers are rebounding from a painful double overtime loss to the Hawks, where they fell just short despite a stellar performance from Tyrese Maxey. Philadelphia enters this matchup with a 10-9 record, sitting ninth in the Eastern Conference, while Washington arrives with a struggling 3-16 mark. While detailed shot quality metrics are unavailable for this particular matchup, both squads will look to establish their offensive rhythm early against a defensive unit that has shown vulnerability.
The Wizards recently pulled off an upset victory over the Bucks, earning just their second win in their first 18 games of the season. Washington is coming off a back-to-back after defeating Milwaukee in overtime at home, seeking to build momentum with another strong performance. The 76ers rank 15th in scoring efficiency at 118.2 points per game, while the Wizards allow the most points in the entire league at 127.6 per contest. Philadelphia enters as a significant favorite with a double-digit spread, though Washington's recent improvements suggest this contest could provide more intrigue than the odds initially suggest.