Phoenix Suns (23-21) vs LA Clippers (26-19)
Game Info: Monday, January 27, 2025 at 9:30 pm (Footprint Center)
Betting Odds: Phoenix Suns +1 -- Over/Under: 223 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: NBA TV
The LA Clippers and Phoenix Suns meet Monday in NBA action at the Footprint Center. Here’s a LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Prediction. This article will include an LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Pick.
LA Clippers Betting Preview
The LA Clippers beat the Wizards and Bucks, and they play the Spurs, Hornets, and Raptors next. The LA Clippers are averaging 110 points on 46.8 percent shooting and allowing 106.8 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Norman Powell is averaging 23.9 points and 3.5 rebounds, while James Harden is averaging 21.7 points and 5.9 rebounds. Ivica Zubac is the third double-digit scorer and Kawhi Leonard is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The LA Clippers are shooting 35.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.4 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Clippers are allowing 33.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.3 rebounds per game.
Phoenix Suns Betting Preview
The Phoenix Suns beat the Nets and Wizards, and they play the Timberwolves, Warriors, and Trail Blazers next. The Phoenix Suns are averaging 112.8 points on 47.4 percent shooting and allowing 113.6 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Kevin Durant is averaging 27.2 points and 6.4 rebounds, while Devin Booker is averaging 25.5 points and 3.9 rebounds. Bradley Beal is the third double-digit scorer and Tyus Jones is grabbing 2.5 rebounds. The Phoenix Suns are shooting 37.4 percent from beyond the arc and 79.9 percent from the free throw line. The Phoenix Suns are allowing 36 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.7 rebounds per game.
Why the Phoenix Suns will win
- The Suns have won each of their last four home games.
- The Clippers have lost four of their last five road games.
- The underdogs have covered the spread in eight of the Suns' last 10 games at Footprint Center.
- The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in six of their last eight road games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win
- The Suns have lost each of their last 10 Monday night games against Clippers teams that held a winning record.
- The Clippers have won each of their last six games against Pacific Division opponents following a win.
- The Suns have failed to cover the spread in 13 of their last 14 home games following a win.
- The Clippers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games.
Phoenix Suns Player Facts
- Kevin Durant ranks 5th amongst qualified players for points per game (27.2) this season.
- Bradley Beal ranks 13th amongst qualified Guards for FG% (48.5%) this season.
Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts
- James Harden ranks 6th amongst qualified players for assists per game (8.3) this season.
- Derrick Jones Jr. ranks 27th amongst qualified players for FG% (51.9%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Suns rank 28th in the league for opponent turnovers per game this season (12.7).
- The Suns rank 28th in the league for field goal attempts per game this season (85.3).
- The Clippers rank 2nd in the league for Q1 opponent points per game this season (26.1).
- The Clippers rank 29th in the league for turnover percentage this season (14.5%).
LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Injury Report
The Suns will be without Ryan Dunn due to an ankle injury.
The LA Clippers will be without P.J. Tucker, Kris Dunn, Jordan Miller, and Cam Christie.
LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Prediction
The Phoenix Suns have quietly won seven of their last 10 games, but the bulk of those wins have come against teams like the Nets, Wizards, and Hornets. Until proven otherwise, I'll continue to say the Suns aren't a good team. Also, the Suns are still the worst cover team in the league, with a 34.8 cover percentage. The LA Clippers are as healthy as they've been all season with the return of Kawhi, and they've won six of their last eight games. I just need to see the Suns have success against good teams before I can jump on board. A cover or two would be nice as well. There's also the weird thing between Jusuf Nurkic and Mike Budenholzer that's spilling over to the media. While he's not great, Nurkic is one of the few big options. The Suns have no post presence. I just don't get great vibes from the Suns right now. Give me the Clippers.
Randy’s Pick LA Clippers -1
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers

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