The San Antonio Spurs (41-30), the league’s top scoring defense and 5-point favorites, will meet the Washington Wizards (40-30) at AT&T Center. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 203.5 points and it can be seen on ESPN at 9:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 21, 2018.
Washington Wizards at San Antonio Spurs Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Spurs defeated the Golden State Warriors 89-75, while the Wizards beat the Indiana Pacers 109-102.
The Wizards knocked down 19 of their 23 free throws (82.6 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.616 (above their season average of 0.525). Meanwhile, San Antonio dominated every facet of their game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.4 (above their season average of 23.4) and a turnover percentage of 13.3 (worse than their season average of 12.0). For those same stats, Golden State recorded marks of 5.1 and 15.6, respectively. LaMarcus Aldridge led the way for San Antonio, finishing with 33 points and 12 rebounds. Washington was led by Marcin Gortat, who contributed 18 points and eight rebounds.
The offensive glass could be a major edge for San Antonio in this battle. The Spurs rank eighth in offensive rebounding percentage (23.4 percent), while Washington ranks 20th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.7 percent).
Just over half of the Wizards’ games have finished under the total. Washington heads into the game with records of 40-30 straight up (SU) and 32-36-2 against the spread (ATS).
A little over half of Spurs games have also finished under the total. Additionally, San Antonio owns records of 41-30 SU and 36-31-4 ATS.
The Spurs dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent game, San Antonio won 107-105. One of San Antonio’s largest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They made 33 trips to the line, while Washington went 18 times. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Washington Wizards vs. San Antonio Spurs ATS Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Wizards, ATS Winner – Wizards, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- San Antonio ranks fourth in blocks per game (5.6) while Washington ranks 23rd (4.3).
- The Wizards rank fourth in assists per game (24.9) while the Spurs rank 13th (23.0).
- Washington ranks 12th in steals per game (8.0) while San Antonio ranks 14th in steals allowed per game (7.7).
- Washington ranks 16th in fast break points per game (11.5) while San Antonio ranks 17th in fast break points allowed per game (11.9).
- The Spurs rank 11th in second chance points per game (12.9) while the Wizards rank 25th in second chance points allowed per game (13.3).
- The Spurs rank 10th in rebounds per game (44.3) while the Wizards rank 12th in rebounds allowed per game (42.5).
- San Antonio ranks fourth in three pointers allowed per game (26.5) while Washington ranks 16th (29.1).
- Washington is 18-3 when they allow less than 100 points, while San Antonio is 28-10.
- The Wizards are 37-17 when they score above 100 points, while the Spurs are 32-10.
- San Antonio is 21-13-1 ATS at home, while Washington is 20-15 ATS on the road.
- In 35 road games, the Wizards have 21 unders and 14 overs.
- The Spurs have 18 overs and 17 unders in 35 home games.
Bettings Trends:
- The Spurs are 4-1 ATS over their last five games, while the Wizards are 2-3.
- In their last five games, San Antonio has 4 unders and 1 over, while Washington has 4 overs and 1 under.
- During their last five games, the Spurs have scored an average of 101.0 points per game (1.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 90.0 points per game (9.0 below their season average).
- The Wizards have been outscored by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. For the season, Washington has defeated opponents by an average of 1.4 points.
