Suns vs. Clippers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

Arena and City where Suns vs. Clippers will be playing

The Suns and Clippers will tip-off on January 27th, 2025, in an NBA game in Phoenix, AZ at Footprint Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Suns vs. Clippers betting tip and prediction

This Western Conference clash will be played on January 27th, 2025, at 20:30. The Suns enters as 1 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Clippers won, 124-108. The over/under for the upcoming game is 223.5 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Suns are currently knocking down 37.4% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Clippers are converting 35.8% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Suns are dedicating 43% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Clippers are taking 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Phoenix Suns

How are the Suns playing this season?

The Suns comes into this game with a 23-21 record, and they are currently 8th in the Western Conference standings. The Suns are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Suns win their most recent game?

Yes, Suns defeated the Wizards, 119-109. Devin Booker scored 37 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Suns

The leading scorer for the Suns this season is Kevin Durant, who is averaging 27.2 points per game. In the last game, he scored 44.75 points in DraftKings and 42 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Suns

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Nick Richards leads the Suns with 12.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 47.75 points in DraftKings and 45.3 fantasy points in FanDuel. Devin Booker has a team-high 6.6 assists per game. He scored 38.5 DraftKings points and 38.7 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Suns is Devin Booker (1.2 steals per game). He has 38.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 38.7 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Kevin Durant is leading the way for the Suns with 1.3 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 44.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 42 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Suns Team Analysis

The Suns' point differential this season is -0.9 points per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.7 points per game while allowing 113.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Suns are making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Suns are making 18 per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA.

Projected Suns Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Clippers, the Suns' starting lineup consisted of Jusuf Nurkic, Kevin Durant, Grayson Allen, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker. For the upcoming matchup, the Suns has the following injuries: Ryan Dunn is questionable (ankle), Collin Gillespie is out (ankle) and Jusuf Nurkic isquestionable (illness).

Los Angeles Clippers

How are the Clippers playing this season?

The Clippers head this game with a 26-19 record, and they are currently 6th in the Western Conference standings. The Clippers are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Clippers win their most recent game?

Yes, Clippers defeated the Bucks, 127-117. Bones Hyland scored 37 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Clippers

The leading scorer for the Clippers this season is Norman Powell, who is averaging 23.9 points per game. Norman Powell also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.6. In the last game, scored 45.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 45.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Clippers

Ivica Zubac is leading the way with 12.5 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 31 points in DraftKings and 30.5 in FanDuel. James Harden is dishing out a team-high 8.3 assists per game. He has 63.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 61.5 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Clippers' leader is Kris Dunn with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Clippers is Ivica Zubac, who is sending back 1.2 shots per game. He scored 31 DraftKings fantasy points and 30.5 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Clippers Team Analysis

The Clippers' point differential this season is 3.2 points per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. They are averaging 110 points per game while allowing 106.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Clippers are making 12.2 shots per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Clippers are making 16.9 per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA.

Projected Clippers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Suns, the Clippers' starting five were Ivica Zubac, P.J. Tucker, Terance Mann, Norman Powell and Russell Westbrook. For the upcoming matchup, Clippers has the following injuries: Cam Christie is questionable (ankle), Kris Dunn is questionable (knee), and Jordan Miller is questionable (illness).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Suns and Clippers game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Clippers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Suns are a 1 money line underdog for the game against the Clippers, and the suggestion is to pick the Clippers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Suns and Clippers is 223.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Suns and Clippers have combined for just 4 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.