Wed Feb 26 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Trail Blazers Favored Over Wizards, But Under Is the Play

**Washington, D.C.** – The Portland Trail Blazers (5.5-point favorites) are set to face the Washington Wizards tonight at Capital One Arena in a game predicted to feature low scoring. While the Blazers are riding a recent hot streak, winning 12 of their last 17 games and boasting an improved defense, the betting focus is on the game total.

Sports analyst Eric, a seasoned NBA handicapper, is predicting an “Under” on the total points scored, specifically under 229.5 points. This prediction stems from both teams’ struggles to score consistently this season; the Wizards average 108.1 points per game (fourth-lowest in the NBA), while the Blazers average 109.7 (24th). The recent defensive uptick for both teams further supports this under bet. The Wizards, historically one of the league’s worst defensive teams, surprisingly limited the Nets to 99 points in their last game, while the Blazers have shown a significant defensive improvement since mid-January.

While the Blazers’ recent strong performance makes them the favorites, the analyst points to the low-scoring nature of both teams as the primary reason for his prediction. He notes that both teams have recently shown a tendency to stay under the projected point totals.

In addition to the under bet, the analyst also highlights several prop bets, including over 17.5 points for Deni Avdija (playing against his former team) and over 1.5 three-pointers for Scoot Henderson, who is showcasing improved shooting.

The game is scheduled for Wednesday, February 26th, at 7 p.m. at Capital One Arena. The analyst’s advice is to focus on the value of the under bet, rather than simply picking a straight winner. He emphasizes the importance of understanding local laws regarding online sports betting before placing any bets.

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