The Brooklyn Nets are facing a challenging season, with a record of 10 wins and 21 losses, placing them 13th in the Eastern Conference. Their home performance has been particularly disappointing, with a record of 4 wins and 13 losses, creating significant pressure. However, the team has shown a slightly better performance on the road, securing 6 wins and suffering 8 defeats, with a win rate of 42.9%. This suggests the Nets may perform better away from their home crowd. Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards are also enduring a difficult season. They have accumulated 8 wins and 24 losses after 32 games, positioning them in the lower ranks of the Eastern Conference, around 14th or 15th, with a win rate just above 25%. The Wizards' performance has been underwhelming both at home and on the road, with a particularly tough time away from the capital, managing only 3 wins and 13 losses, resulting in a win rate below 23.5%. Offensively, the Nets average over 109 points per game, which is slightly less impressive compared to their defensive performance, allowing nearly 114 points. The Wizards' overall offensive output is slightly lower, averaging around 113 points per game, and their defensive issues are more pronounced, conceding approximately 125 points or more per game. Therefore, improving defence will be crucial for both teams. Looking at recent form, the Nets are coming off two consecutive losses and are in a slump. In contrast, the Washington team is on a winning streak, seemingly with high morale. NBA 01-03 08:00 Washington Wizards - Brooklyn Nets Match Direction: 1.5, Home