Brooklyn at Washington

A week ago, the Nets were in jeopardy of setting the dubious record for fewest victories in an NBA season. But now they have won four of their last six games. Meanwhile, the Wizards have lost 17 of their last 18 games, so why is Washington favored here? People can't get it out of their minds how bad New Jersey is. They still view them as that team that was threatening for that worst-ever record, but this team has found some mojo. In their last six games they are averaging 101 points per game - a full ten points better than their season average and nine points better than what Washington has averaged over the same span. As a favorite the past two seasons, the Wiz are just 13-20 showing they don't deserve that role. That includes 11-18 at home. I think right now the Nets are the better team and I think they win this game.