LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 08/01/2024, 06:10  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 08/01/2024 at 14:30 in NBA Prediction

The Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Clippers will square off at the Crypto.com Arena in the NBA on Monday night. The hosts are 22-13 and fourth in the Western Conference, while the visitors are 19-17 and in ninth place. 

The Phoenix Suns will be aiming to bounce back after a recent setback, having lost to the Memphis Grizzlies in a close 121-115 contest. In that game, Devin Booker led the Suns with an impressive performance, contributing 24 points and eight assists on 9-of-17 shooting, while Kevin Durant added 23 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists. Offensively, the Suns currently rank 14th in the NBA, averaging 115.4 points per game. They will face a tough defensive challenge against the Los Angeles Clippers, who are the sixth-ranked defensive team in the league, allowing 111.5 points per game on average. On the defensive end, Phoenix is placed 14th in the NBA, conceding an average of 113.8 points per game. The Suns had previously faced the Clippers last Wednesday, with the Clippers securing a solid 131-122 victory at the Footprint Center. Eric Gordon and Nassir Little are likely to miss the game due to injury.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers have been in solid form, with a recent five-game winning streak before facing a setback against the Lakers in a 106-103 loss last night. In that game, Paul George played a pivotal role, leading the team with 22 points and contributing five steals, while Ivica Zubac had an impressive performance with 22 points and 19 rebounds. Offensively, the Clippers rank 10th in the NBA, scoring an average of 116.6 points per game, while the Suns average 113.8 points conceded per match. The Clippers have showcased strong defensive performances throughout the season, allowing 108.4 points per game, which places them eighth in the NBA. Notably, their defensive strength is more pronounced at home, where they allow 108.3 points per game, compared to on the road, where the average rises to 114.8. The Clippers have a full roster available for this match.