Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers Odds & Free Pick

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• The Sixers are unbeaten at home this year, sporting a 14-0 record.
• The Heat have lost all but one of the nine games played in Philly.

Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers

The 76ers put their 14-0 record at home tonight when they host the Miami Heat. Can Miami pull off the big upset? Keep reading to get the free pick!

• When: December 18, 2019, 7:00 PM ET
• Where: Wells Fargo Center
• NBA Betting Lines: 76ers -8
• Over/Under: 209
• Moneyline: Heat +270 vs. 76ers -330

Betting on the Heat?

The Heat is having a good season, finding itself with a 19-8 record and a 6.5-game lead in the Southeast Division. However, Miami lost its previous game against Memphis on Monday, so they need to get back in the saddle quickly.

However, Miami’s record doesn’t show that the teams they’ve beaten were relatively easy pickings. Against teams with a winning record, the Heat hasn’t done well and are just 4-6 SU and 5-5 ATS.

A key player for this game is Jimmy Butler, who’s in his first year in Miami, having been acquired from Philadelphia in the offseason. Butler is averaging 21.2 points and 6.8 assists per game.

Last 3 Games Record

• Score: 104.90
• Halftime Score: 54.80
• Field Goal Percentage: 45.70%
• Rebounds: 41.70
• 3 Point Shots: 106/269
• Steals: 8.20

Betting on the 76ers?

It’s pretty hard to bet against the 76ers at home this year. Their 14-0 record at Wells Fargo Center speaks for itself. But, Philadelphia hasn’t blown out opponents, which is part of the reason they’re only 7-7 against the spread.

The 76ers opened as a 6.5-point favorite, but they’re now at -8 due to betting action. Philadelphia has been on a scorching pace as of late, and have won 13 of their last 16 games.

Something to note is that Joel Embiid is listed as probable to play tonight, and that means the Sixers could score plenty more points. The last time around the Heat came to town, Philadelphia won by 27 points, and if Embiid plays, then they should cover easily.

Last 3 Games Record

• Score: 111.20
• Halftime Score: 53.00
• Field Goal Percentage: 44.65%
• Rebounds: 47.90
• 3 Point Shots: 113/310
• Steals: 8.60

Betting Trends

• The total has gone OVER in 5 of Miami’s last five games.
• Miami is 13-5 SU in their last 18 games.
• Miami is 2-5 ATS in their last seven games against Philadelphia.
• Philadelphia is 4-8 ATS in their last 12 games.
• Philadelphia is 5-1 SU in their last six games.
• The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Philadelphia’s last six games against Miami.

Insider Prediction: The Sixers are too strong at home. I don’t think the outcome of tonight’s game will be anything different than when these two previously played. Philadelphia will light up the scoreboard, especially if Embiid plays.

Pick: 76ers -8