According to the odds, the 76ers are favored to win this playoff series against the Brooklyn Nets. They have a 68% chance of advancing to the next round, while the Nets have a 32% chance. It may come as no surprise, considering the 76ers have had a stronger regular season and have already won the season series against the Nets.
However, the Nets are not a team to be underestimated. They may not have Durant or Irving, but they have managed to remain competitive since the trade deadline, with Claxton and Bridges stepping up. It’s still possible for them to pull off an upset in this series, especially if Embiid and other key players for the 76ers don’t perform up to par.
Joel Embiid’s Playoff Performance
When we talk about the 76ers and Brooklyn Nets upcoming odds, all eyes will be on Joel Embiid in this playoff series, and rightfully so. He has been a consistent force in the NBA, and this season he has made a strong case for himself to be the league’s MVP, as the top scorer in the league for two consecutive seasons, averaging a career-best 33.1 points per game while shooting an impressive 54.8% from the field. With his performance this year, Embiid has cemented himself as one of the most dominant players in the league.
However, his playoff performance in past seasons has been inconsistent. He has struggled with injuries and has had moments of underwhelming performances. This year, he enters the playoffs at full strength, and this may be the best chance for the 76ers to win a championship since he’s been with the team. If Embiid can maintain his regular season form and lead the 76ers to victory against the Nets, it could set the tone for the rest of the playoffs.
76ers vs. Nets Regular Season Series
The 76ers have already won the regular season series against the Nets, with a record of 3-0. The games were played on November 22, 2022, January 25, 2023, and February 11, 2023. Embiid played in two of those games and posted averages of 31.5 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists on 50% shooting from the field.
On January 25th, the 76ers secured a narrow victory over the Nets by a mere four points. The 76ers staged a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback, with James Harden and Embiid leading the charge. In the dying seconds, Spencer Dinwiddie sunk a deep 3-pointer that would have forced overtime, but it was controversially waved off. Brooklyn’s top scorer in the game was Bridges, who racked up an impressive 23 points.
76ers vs. Nets Schedule for 2023 NBA Playoffs Series
The schedule for the 76ers vs. Nets series in the 2023 NBA Playoffs has not been released yet, but the first round of the playoffs begins on April 15. Each game in the series will be televised on either TNT, ESPN, ABC, or NBA TV. Fans in the US can watch the games on Sling TV, which is offering a discount on the first month’s subscription for new users.
The series is expected to be highly anticipated, with the 76ers being the favorites to win. However, the Nets may still have a chance to pull off an upset, especially with Claxton and Bridges playing at a high level. It all depends on how Embiid and the 76ers show up in the playoffs, as their performance against the Nets could set the tone for the rest of the playoffs.
