76ers Edge Nets in Close Contest at Home
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Philadelphia 76ers 104, Brooklyn Nets 97, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Philadelphia 76ers beat Brooklyn Nets 104-97 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on March 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Philadelphia 76ers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
The Philadelphia 76ers secured a hard-fought victory over the Brooklyn Nets, finishing the game with a score of 104-97 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. This win allowed the 76ers to extend their lead in the season series against the Nets to 4-3, having previously won three of the four meetings this season.
The 76ers entered the game with a home record of 36-31, while the Nets struggled significantly on the road with an away record of 17-50. Philadelphia's recent form was mixed, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games, though they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to the Detroit Pistons just two days prior. In those ten games, the 76ers averaged 115.4 points scored per game but also allowed an average of 118.6 points, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities.
In contrast, the Nets had a dismal record of 2-8 in their last ten games, and they were also on a two-game losing streak. Their offensive struggles were evident as they averaged only 107.5 points per game, while their defense allowed an average of 121.9 points. This stark difference in performance levels set the stage for an intriguing matchup.
Philadelphia's home record was bolstered by a strong performance at the Xfinity Mobile Arena, where they had a record of 3-1 in their last four games. The Nets, however, faced challenges away from home, recording just one win in their last five games on the road. The disparity in home and away performances added to the anticipation surrounding this fixture.
In terms of injuries, the 76ers were dealing with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who was listed as day-to-day with a finger issue. For the Nets, Nolan Traore also faced a day-to-day status due to a knee injury. The absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a game, making the performances of those who took to the court even more critical.
The betting market reflected the expected outcome, with DraftKings setting the odds at PHI -8.5. The total points line was set at 217.5, with odds of -112.0 for the over and -108.0 for the under. The moneyline showed Philadelphia as heavy favorites at -380.0, while Brooklyn was listed at +300.0, indicating a significant expectation for a 76ers win.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a competitive fourth quarter where the Nets attempted to close the gap. Notable scoring plays included a three-point jumper by Nolan Traore, which brought the Nets to within three points at 98-95. However, the 76ers maintained their composure, with Quentin Grimes contributing crucial free throws to extend their lead back to a comfortable margin.
Overall, the game showcased the resilience of the 76ers, who capitalized on their home advantage despite their recent struggles. The performance of both teams highlighted the challenges faced by the Nets this season, particularly in away games, while the 76ers look to build on this victory as they prepare for the remainder of their schedule.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PHI -8.5 | 217.5 o -112 / u -108 | Brooklyn Nets +300 · Philadelphia 76ers -380 |
Injury report
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
- Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Leaders
- PointsQuentin Grimes28Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsVJ Edgecombe7Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsAdem Bona10Philadelphia 76ers
- PointsDanny Wolf15Brooklyn Nets
- AssistsBen Saraf5Brooklyn Nets
- ReboundsDanny Wolf10Brooklyn Nets
Recent form
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L1115.4 scored · 118.6 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L109-131at Detroit PistonsMar 12
- W139-129vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 10
- L101-115at Cleveland CavaliersMar 9
- L116-125at Atlanta HawksMar 7
- W106-102vs Utah JazzMar 5
- L91-131vs San Antonio SpursMar 4
- L98-114at Boston CelticsMar 2
- W124-117vs Miami HeatFeb 27
- W135-114at Indiana PacersFeb 25
- W135-108at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 23
Brooklyn Nets
Last 10: 2-8Streak L2107.5 scored · 121.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L97-108at Atlanta HawksMar 12
- L100-138vs Detroit PistonsMar 10
- W126-115vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 9
- W107-105at Detroit PistonsMar 7
- L110-126at Miami HeatMar 6
- L98-124at Miami HeatMar 4
- L102-106vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 1
- L111-148at Boston CelticsFeb 28
- L110-126vs San Antonio SpursFeb 27
- L114-123vs Dallas MavericksFeb 25
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Brooklyn Nets | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-89 | 38-82 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 15-43 | 3-25 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 12 |
| Free throws | 18-21 | 25-31 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 39 |
| Assists | 20 | 22 |
| Steals | 10 | 12 |
| Blocks | 5 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 54 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 28 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 4th Quarter62-78MarJon Beauchamp makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter63-78Danny Wolf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter64-78Danny Wolf makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter64-80Quentin Grimes makes 2-foot driving dunk (MarJon Beauchamp assists)
- 4th Quarter66-80Danny Wolf makes driving layup (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter66-82Quentin Grimes makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 4th Quarter67-82Josh Minott makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter68-82Josh Minott makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter69-82Josh Minott makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter69-84Quentin Grimes makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot (VJ Edgecombe assists)
- 4th Quarter72-84Danny Wolf makes 26-foot three pointer (E.J. Liddell assists)
- 4th Quarter75-84E.J. Liddell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyson Etienne assists)
- 4th Quarter77-84E.J. Liddell makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter77-85Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-86Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-86Ben Saraf makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter81-86Malachi Smith makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter84-86E.J. Liddell makes 28-foot three point jumper (Malachi Smith assists)
- 4th Quarter87-86Tyson Etienne makes 25-foot three point jumper (E.J. Liddell assists)
- 4th Quarter87-87Adem Bona makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-88Adem Bona makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-90Justin Edwards makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter87-91Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-92Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-92E.J. Liddell makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter89-93Dominick Barlow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-94Dominick Barlow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-94Ben Saraf makes driving layup (Chaney Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter91-96Quentin Grimes makes 23-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter92-96Chaney Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-97VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-98VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-98Nolan Traore makes 26-foot three point jumper (E.J. Liddell assists)
- 4th Quarter95-99Dominick Barlow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-100Quentin Grimes makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter95-101Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-102Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-102Ben Saraf makes driving layup (Nolan Traore assists)
- 4th Quarter97-103VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-104VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Philadelphia 76ers, below favours Brooklyn Nets.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance18418
- OfficialsJames Capers, J.B. DeRosa, Tyler Ricks
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