The NBA may have a changing of the guard as far as dynasties go. But the Golden State Warriors hope to prove they aren’t ready to relinquish that title when they face the Phoenix Suns, who, after acquiring Kevin Durant, are set up for the next few years.
The Suns (37-30) sit 2.5 games ahead of the Warriors (35-33) in the Western Conference standings. The two teams have a great history against one another. Here is a breakdown of the odds, each team, injuries, and everything people need to know before making a Suns vs Warriors prediction.
Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Odds
Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Information
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors
Location: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA.
Date and Time: Monday, March 13, 2023, 10:00 PM ET.
How to Watch: ESPN | NBA League Pass | https://livestreamsports.co/
Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Recent Scores
The Suns have recently dominated one of the better NBA matchups on Monday’s slate. They have won four straight contests since March 30, 2022. They also lead the series all-time with 147 wins to the Warriors’ 111 wins in the regular season.
In the last three games, the Suns have covered against the spread, including two outright wins as underdogs, and the over has hit at 227 points or higher in those three games. That is worth noting when making a Suns vs Warriors prediction.
Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Betting Analysis
Phoenix Suns Facts to Know
The Phoenix Suns schedule has been tough, with a 15-19 road record. However, the NBA schedule had been kind to them with four straight wins, including three on the road, before a loss last time out.
NBA team stats show the Suns are 19th in scoring 113.4 points per game, 21st in making 46.7% of field goal attempts, and fifth in making 37.8% of 3-point shots. Defensively, they are fourth in allowing 111.2 points per game, fifth in holding teams to 46.4% from the field, and 14th at limiting teams to 35.8% on 3-point shots.
Phoenix is 37-29-1 against the spread and 33-34 on over/under this season. The Suns are 13-10 against the spread as underdogs and 13-9 against the spread on the road against teams with a winning record.
Golden State Warriors Facts to Know
The Warriors snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the league-leading Milwaukee Bucks in overtime last time out. NBA player stats show Stephen Curry should be an MVP candidate for Golden State.
They are second in scoring 118.1 points per game, 14th in making 47.4% of field goal attempts, and fourth in making 38.3% of 3-point shots. Defensively, they are 25th in allowing 117.6 points per game, 12th in holding teams to 47.0% on field goal attempts, and 20th with 36.5% allowed on 3-point shots.
The Golden State Warriors standings show they are 32-34-2 against the spread and 38-27-3 on over/under. Golden State is 28-7 straight up at home. It is 22-23-1 against the spread as favorites and 11-6 against the spread at home against teams with a winning record.
Updates
Durant is out until early April with an ankle injury, and combo guard Landry Shamet is also out for the Suns.
The Warriors are without Andrew Wiggins, Ryan Rollins, and Gary Payton II. Jonathan Kuminga (questionable, ankle), Draymond Green (probable, ankle), and Andre Iguodala (probable, hip) could all play.
Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Betting Preview
The NBA odds today show 4.5 points favor the Warriors at -110 odds on either side. The total is 236 points at -110 odds on either side. The Suns’ moneyline is +160, while the Warriors’ is -190.
Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Betting Prediction
NBA picks today show 65% of bettors are on the Warriors while 62% are on the over. But the game has lost some star power, so our Suns vs Warriors prediction is Suns +4.5, Warriors -190, and under 236 points.
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