Suns vs. Nuggets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 08th, 2025

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Mark your calendars for February 08th, 2025, when the Suns and Nuggets collide in an NBA game in Phoenix, AZ at Footprint Center. Check out our picks and predictions to elevate your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Suns vs. Nuggets betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Western Conference clash taking place on February 08th, 2025, starting at 20:00. The Suns enters as 4 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Nuggets won, 104-97. The over/under for the upcoming game is 237.5 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Suns are currently draining 37.8% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Nuggets are impressively converting 37.8% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Suns are dedicating 44% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Nuggets are taking 35% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Phoenix Suns

How are the Suns playing this season?

The Suns comes into this game with a 26-25 record, and they are currently 9th in the Western Conference standings. The Suns are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Suns win their most recent game?

Yes, Suns defeated the Jazz, 135-127. Kevin Durant scored 30 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Suns

The leading scorer for the Suns this season is Kevin Durant, who is averaging 26.9 points per game. Durant also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 37.18.

Other Team Leaders for the Suns

Coming into the February 08th, 2025 contest, Nick Richards leads the Suns with 10.4 rebounds per game. Devin Booker has a team-high 6.7 assists per game. The steals leader for the Suns is Devin Booker (1.1 steals per game). In terms of swatting shots, Kevin Durant is leading the way for the Suns with 1.3 blocks per game.

Suns Team Analysis

The Suns' point differential this season is -1.3 points per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA. They are averaging 113.4 points per game while allowing 114.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Suns are making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Suns are making 18.1 per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA.

Projected Suns Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nuggets, 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), Kevin Durant is questionable (ankle) and TyTy Washington Jr. isquestionable (illness).

Denver Nuggets

How are the Nuggets playing this season?

The Nuggets head this game with a 33-19 record, and they are currently 3rd in the Western Conference standings. The Nuggets are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nuggets win their most recent game?

Yes, Nuggets defeated the Magic, 112-90. Nikola Jokic scored 22 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Nuggets

The leading scorer for the Nuggets this season is Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 29.7 points per game. Nikola Jokic also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.23. In the last game, scored 66.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 61 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Nuggets

Nikola Jokic is leading the way with 12.7 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 66.5 points in DraftKings and 61 in FanDuel. Nikola Jokic is dishing out a team-high 10.3 assists per game. He has 66.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 61 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Nuggets' leader is Nikola Jokic with 1.8 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 66.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 61 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Nuggets is Peyton Watson, who is sending back 1.2 shots per game

Nuggets Team Analysis

The Nuggets' point differential this season is 4.9 points per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. They are averaging 120.8 points per game while allowing 115.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nuggets are making 11.8 shots per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nuggets are making 18.1 per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA.

Projected Nuggets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Suns, the Nuggets' starting five were Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jamal Murray.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

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

Money Line betting suggestion

Suns are a 4 money line underdog for the game against the Nuggets, and the suggestion is to pick the Nuggets.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Suns and Nuggets is 237.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Suns and Nuggets have combined for just 8 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.