Suns vs. Wizards Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 25th, 2025

Arena and City where Suns vs. Wizards will be playing

The Suns and Wizards will tip-off on January 25th, 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. Wizards betting tip and prediction

On January 25th, 2025, at 20:00, the Western Conference will face off against the Eastern Conference in this NBA clash. The Suns enters as -14 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Suns were 28 point underdogs but lost the game to Wizards, 140-112. The over/under for the upcoming game is 231.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 255 points, and the under was victorious.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we are all well aware of how crucial the 3-point shot has become to the game. Let's analyze the proficiency of teams in long-range shooting. The Suns are currently nailing 37.6% of their 3-pointers. Meanwhile, the Wizards are impressively converting 33% of their shots from beyond the arc. The Suns are dedicating 43% of their attempts to 3-pointers, showcasing their commitment to long-range shooting. The Wizards, on the other hand, are taking 42% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Phoenix Suns

How are the Suns playing this season?

The Suns comes into this game with a 22-21 record, and they are currently 10th 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 Nets, 108-84. Bradley Beal scored 43 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 42 points in DraftKings and 40.1 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Suns

Coming into the January 25th, 2025 contest, Nick Richards leads the Suns with 10 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 25.25 points in DraftKings and 23 fantasy points in FanDuel. Devin Booker has a team-high 6.6 assists per game. He scored 49 DraftKings points and 49.4 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Suns is Devin Booker (1.2 steals per game). He has 49 DraftKings fantasy points and 49.4 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Kevin Durant is leading the way for the Suns with 1.4 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 42 DraftKings fantasy points and 40.1 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Suns Team Analysis

The Suns' point differential this season is -1.1 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.6 points per game while allowing 113.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Suns are making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Suns are making 17.8 per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA.

Projected Suns Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Wizards, 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: Bradley Beal is out (ankle), Collin Gillespie is out (ankle) and Jusuf Nurkic isout (illness).

Washington Wizards

How are the Wizards playing this season?

The Wizards head this game with a 6-37 record, and they are currently 15th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Wizards are 0-10 in their last 10 games.

Did the Wizards win their most recent game?

No, Wizards came up short against the Clippers, 110-93. Deni Avdija scored 24 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Wizards

The leading scorer for the Wizards this season is Jordan Poole, who is averaging 21.4 points per game. Jordan Poole also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.39. In the last game, scored 45.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.9 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Wizards

Jonas Valanciunas is leading the way with 8.2 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 26.5 points in DraftKings and 23.5 in FanDuel. Jordan Poole is dishing out a team-high 4.8 assists per game. He has 45.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.9 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Wizards' leader is Jordan Poole with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 45.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.9 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Wizards is Alex Sarr, who is sending back 1.6 shots per game. He scored 33.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 31 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Wizards Team Analysis

The Wizards' point differential this season is -14.5 points per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.7 points per game while allowing 122.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Wizards are making 12.6 shots per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Wizards are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA.

Projected Wizards' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Suns, the Wizards' starting five were Daniel Gafford, Deni Avdija, Bilal Coulibaly, Jordan Poole and Tyus Jones. For the upcoming matchup, Wizards has the following injuries: Marvin Bagley III is out (knee), Saddiq Bey is out (knee), and Malcolm Brogdon is out (foot).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Suns coming into this game as -14 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Suns.

Money Line betting suggestion

Suns are a -14 money line favorite for the game against the Wizards, and the suggestion is to pick the Suns.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Suns and Wizards is 231.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Suns and Wizards have combined for just 3 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.