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Wizards vs. 76ers prediction: Why Philadelphia is favored to win Wednesday's NBA matchup [1/7/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers predictions for NBA Wednesday.
The Philadelphia 76ers will take on the Washington Wizards in NBA action at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the 76ers as the most likely winner of the Wizards vs. 76ers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the 76ers lineup will feature stars like Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and VJ Edgecombe, while the Wizards will be led by Alex Sarr, Tre Johnson and Malaki Branham.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Sixers vs. Sixers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NBA game between the Wizards and 76ers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the 76ers an 89% chance of beating the Wizards. Our predicted final score has the 76ers winning 124-109.
According to our model, the Wizards (+15.5) have a 58% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 234.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Wizards vs. 76ers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wizards | 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +15.5 (-105) | -15.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +700 | -850 |
| Total | o234.5 (-108) | u234.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wizards vs. 76ers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Wizards +15.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | 76ers | -850 |
| Total | Under 234.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Wednesday, the top play to make on this game is Wizards +15.5 at the spread.
Wizards vs. 76ers player props
Betting on Washington vs. Philadelphia NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Alex Sarr is expected to lead the Wizards with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists, while Tyrese Maxey is projected to have 29 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists for the 76ers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Wizards prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Wizards are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Sarr | 18 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 41 |
| Tre Johnson | 15 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 28 |
| Malaki Branham | 13 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 23 |
| Bub Carrington | 12 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 31 |
| Bilal Coulibaly | 12 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 28 |
76ers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the 76ers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 29 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 54 |
| Joel Embiid | 27 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 52 |
| VJ Edgecombe | 18 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 38 |
| Paul George | 16 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 36 |
| Quentin Grimes | 15 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
Wizards vs. Sixers game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the 76ers and Wizards at Xfinity Mobile Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Washington Wizards vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena
Conclusion
We predict the 76ers, with an 89% win probability, will likely beat the Wizards on Wednesday, with Tyrese Maxey projected for a game-high 54 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wizards vs. 76ers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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