Phoenix Suns vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 20/03/2024, 07:48  by Kennedy Kechula | Modified on 20/03/2024 at 14:00 in NBA Prediction

The Phoenix Suns will be at home against the Philadelphia 76ers seeking to get back to winning ways in the NBA. They are currently eighth in the Western Conference while the Sixers are sixth in the East. The Suns have struggled in recent weeks and have lost seven times in their last 13 games. This inconsistent run of form has threatened their chances of securing an automatic playoff place. Frank Vogel’s men, who were defeated 140-129 last time out by the Bucks, have dropped into the playoff places. They are half a game from the top six and have a rigorous 14 matches left to play. Phoenix, who have compiled a 39-29 record, will continue to be without Damion Lee while Josh Okogie is questionable. They have averaged 116 points over their last three matches.

The Sixers are also fighting to confirm their place amongst the top six in the East. Nick Nurse’s men have struggled since reigning MVP Joel Embiid went down injured almost two months ago. They have dipped in and out of the play-in places. Philly are currently just half a game clear of their closest challengers for sixth spot. They have witnessed an upturn in form recently and have won their last two matches. Before this, they had managed just one win in six games. The Sixers earned a crucial victory over the Heat last time out. They won 98-91 at home to move to a game clear of the Heat who are also gunning for a top-six place. The Sixers, who are now eight games above .500, have five players on the injury report for this game. Embiid is still sidelined as are Robert Covington and De’Anthony Melton. Tobias Harris and Kai Jones are questionable. In their last three matches, Philly have averaged 104 points.