Phoenix Suns (27-31) vs New Orleans Pelicans (15-43)
Game Info: Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 9:00 pm (Footprint Center)
Betting Odds: Phoenix Suns -7.5 -- Over/Under: 236 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: Arizona's Family 3TV
The Phoenix Suns are set to host the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix. The Suns, currently holding a 27-31 record, are positioned 11th in the Western Conference and are aiming to improve their standing. In contrast, the Pelicans, with a 15-43 record, are 14th in the conference and are looking to break their eight-game road losing streak.
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Kevin Durrant Over 5.5 Rebounds
Kevin Durant has played 45 games for the Phoenix Suns during the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 6.0 rebounds per game. This performance places him 54th in the league for rebounds per game. Durant's rebounding is split between 0.4 offensive rebounds and 5.7 defensive rebounds per game. In addition to his rebounding, Durant contributes significantly to the Suns' offense, averaging 26.9 points and 4.3 assists per game.
We've seen Durant have some solid rebounding nights as of late, securing eight rebounds in his last game against the Memphis Grizzlies and 11 rebounds a couple of games back against the Chicago Bulls. He has a favorable matchup in this one going against the Pelicans, who are giving up 55.1 rebounds per game to opposing teams, which is the third most in the league.
Trey Murphy Over 21.5 Points
Trey Murphy III has been a standout performer for the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2024-25 NBA season. Over 41 games, he has averaged 22.2 points per game, ranking 26th in the league. Murphy's scoring efficiency is notable, with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and a three-point shooting percentage of 37.6%. He has also maintained an impressive free-throw percentage of 88.9%.
I've liked what I've seen from Trey Murphy since returning back from injury, and I don't think he gets enough credit in this league. With the injury to Dejounte Murray and the Pelicans trading away Brandon Ingra, Trey Murphy has had to step up in a big way for this Pelicans team. The Phoenix Suns have been a part of plenty of high-scoring games this season, so I expect Trey Murphy to have another solid night scoring in the ball.
Devin Booker Over 7.5 Assists
Devin Booker has played 52 games for the Phoenix Suns during the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 6.8 assists per game, which ranks him 10th in the league. In addition to his playmaking, Booker contributes significantly to the Suns' offense, averaging 26.2 points per game. His shooting efficiency includes a field goal percentage of 45.5% and a three-point shooting percentage of 34.4%.
Booker has gotten over eight or more assists in his last five games and is coming off a game where he had ten assists against the Memphis Grizzlies. This Suns team doesn't have a true point guard right now, so Booker is this team's main ball-handler. When you have guys that can shoot the ball like Kevin Durant and Bradley Beale on your team, it makes it easy to rack up assists.
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