San Antonio Spurs vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 17/03/2024, 06:30  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 17/03/2024 at 11:00 in NBA Prediction

The San Antonio Spurs will play host to the Brooklyn Nets at the Frost Bank Center in the NBA on Sunday night. The hosts are 14-53 and bottom of the Western Conference, while the visitors are 26-41 and 11th in the Eastern Conference. 

The Brooklyn Nets have hit a rough patch, losing four of their last five games overall. They'll be looking to bounce back here after a disappointing 121-100 loss to the Pacers last night. Cam Thomas led the team with 22 points, eight rebounds, and two assists, while Cameron Johnson contributed 14 points off the bench. Brooklyn's offense ranks 25th in the NBA, averaging 111.7 points per game, while San Antonio's defense ranks 25th, allowing 119.8 points per game. Interestingly, Brooklyn tends to score more at home, averaging 113.9 points per game compared to 109.4 on the road. Defensively, they allow an average of 113.9 points per game, placing them 15th in the league. Ben Simmons and Dariq Whitehead are listed as doubtful for this match.

The San Antonio Spurs have struggled all season and have now lost ten of their last 13 games overall. They'll be looking to avoid a fourth consecutive defeat after a disappointing 117-106 loss to the Nuggets on Friday. Jeremy Sochan led the team with 19 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while Victor Wembenyama and Devin Vassell each contributed 17 points. The Spurs average 112.2 points per game, just 1.8 points fewer than the 114 points the Nets allow on average. Notably, the Spurs perform better offensively at home, averaging 114.0 points per game compared to 110.6 on the road. Defensively, they are allowing an average of 119.8 points per game this season, ranking sixth in the league. However, their defense has been slightly better at home, conceding 119.5 points per game compared to 120.2 on the road. Cedi Osman and Charles Bassey are listed as doubtful for the upcoming match