Only five NBA matchups will be played on Thursday, January 19, as part of the NBA schedule. However, the Brooklyn Nets are now plotting a comeback and will do so tonight against the Phoenix Suns. This will be a top matchup tonight based on the Nets vs Suns prediction.
This is the first time these teams will face each other during the 2022-23 season. The last time both teams met was last season, and the game ended with a victory for the Suns. Since February 2022, almost a year after that matchup, the Nets are all set to head to Arizona and visit the Suns tonight. With this being the next Brooklyn Nets game, the Suns are ready to hand them a second straight defeat.
Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns Information
Brooklyn Nets vs Phoenix Suns
Date: Thursday, 19th January. 08:00 PM EST.
Location of the game: Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ.
How to watch: NBA TV, TNT.
Last Game Score Card
In their history, the Phoenix Suns are still leading over the Brooklyn Nets with a 48-46 record. That gives the Nets a slight advantage, yet not one that stands out as in the case of other NBA duels.
In the last matchup between the two, the Suns took a home 121-111 win back on February 1. With this previous game standing as the most recent between the teams, there is no question the Nets, now one more solid ground will attempt to defeat an already depleted Suns lineup. This might give Brooklyn a slight advantage in the Nets vs Suns prediction.
Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns Analysis
The Nets are now in the third position in the Atlantic Division standings, right behind the Philadelphia 76ers. With a 27-16 record, the Nets are looking to enhance their stats. The total for Brooklyn has gone under in all six of their last games. The Nets are now 1-5 against the spread over their last six games. Looking at individual NBA player stats, the Nets currently need a top lineup.
For the Nets, it was back on January 8 when Kevin Durant played against the Heat and sprained his MCL. Durant will remain off the court for at least a month. On January 17, Kyrie Irving suffered a calf sprain against the San Antonio Spurs. However, Irving may be back on the court for tonight’s matchup.
The Suns are Trailing with a Slightly Negative Record
The Suns, on their end, are now trailing with a slightly negative record. Phoenix is currently fourth overall in the Pacific Division with a 21-24 season record and looking first to outweigh their negative digits to catch up with the Clippers, the Warriors, and the Kings. The total for Phoenix has gone under in six of their last nine games, and they’re also 1-9 against the spread in their previous nine games.
On the other hand, Phoenix has suffered many injuries this season, starting with Cam Johnson, who suffered a knee injury on November 4. Johnson underwent surgery and has been going through a solid recovery process.
Cameron Payne has remained on the sideline due to a foot injury since December 13 and has no definite date to return to the court. Devin Booker also suffered from a groin injury and missed three games. Then, on December 24, he made a brief appearance and has yet to return.
However, the injury for Phoenix that has had the most significant impact on the team is Chris Paul’s hip injury, which took place against the Miami Heat on January 6. Since then, Paul has missed the last four games and is listed as day-to-day. Therefore, fans will not see Paul play tonight and not help with NBA team stats in this game.
Nets vs. Suns Odds
Odds Breakdown
Brooklyn Nets
Moneyline: -120
Spread: -1.5 at -110
Over/Under: Over 223
Phoenix Suns
Moneyline: +100
Spread: +1.5 at -110
Over/Under: Under 223
Brooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Suns Betting Prediction
Considering the possible absences for both sides due to injuries, it is challenging to foresee a clear winner for tonight’s matchup. This, by far, is the prime factor, aside from NBA odds, that could hurt Phoenix tonight. Despite having the best overall numbers, the Suns maintain a positive record at home at 14-7. Still, given the poor run of results that have dragged on, it would be the easiest to favor them in tonight’s matchup.
On the other hand, The Nets have been quickly neutralized without Durant on the floor. If fans consider that Irving might be back, yet not at his full throttle, the team will be left with an offense that could be more efficient.
Therefore, based on realistic Nets vs Suns prediction, this matchup will have an average result without the best talent on the court, with few points reflected on both ends. However, here is where the Nets, according to NBA expert picks, still have an edge, given that they might find this game against Phoenix as the perfect opportunity to break away from a recent three-game losing streak.
Pick 1: Take the Nets on the moneyline straight up
Pick 2: Back the over 223 in a hard-fought game
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