Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Clippers NBA Betting Prediction
PublishedOctober 23, 2024,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:October 23, 2024 ,

NBA Suns vs Los Angeles Clippers Prediction 10/23/2024

The Suns are on the road to face the Los Angeles Clippers, with both team’s playing their first-game of the season. Tip-off for this season-opener, is set for 10:00 at Intuit Dome.

Suns vs Clippers

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The Suns Are Looking To Start Their Season With A Win

After finishing last season with a 49-33 record, the Suns are ranked 11th in our pre-season power rankings, with a 62.6% chance of making the playoffs and a 28.7% chance of winning their division. Last season, Phoenix went 9-9 in divisional games, finishing 2nd in the Pacific Division, and they were 29-23 against Western Conference opponents, placing 6th in the conference.

Against the spread, the Suns had a 34-47 record, and they were 40-21 straight-up when favored. They were favored in 61 games, covering the spread in 25 of those. At home, they had a +3.0 scoring margin and a 16-24 ATS record, while on the road, they went 18-23 ATS with a +3.1 scoring margin. Their games averaged 229.4 points, and their over/under record was 36-45-1.

The Clippers Are Looking To Start Their Season With A Win

We have the Clippers ranked 23rd in our pre-season power rankings, with a 47.5% chance of making the playoffs. Last season, they finished 51-31, placing 4th in the Western Conference. They were 25-16 at home and 26-15 on the road, and they went 9-7 in divisional games, finishing 1st in the Pacific Division.

Against the spread, the Clippers were 37-45, and they had a 38-43-1 over/under record, with their games averaging 228 points. They were favored in 63 games, going 46-17 in those matchups, but they struggled as the underdog, posting a 5-14 record.

Suns Offense Breakdown

Last season, the Suns ranked 7th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 116.2 points per game (10th). They were 15th in possessions per game (98.0) and 27th in field goal attempts (86.1), but they made the most of their opportunities, finishing 5th in field goal percentage (49.3%). From beyond the arc, they hit 12.4 threes per game (20th) on 32.6 attempts (25th), ranking 5th in three-point percentage (38.2%). They also got to the line frequently, attempting 23.4 free throws per game (6th) and converting at an 80.8% clip (6th).

Devin Booker and Kevin Durant are projected to lead the team in scoring, with Booker ranked 8th in our league-wide projections and Durant 14th. Booker is also projected to finish 33rd in three-pointers made, while Durant is 52nd. Grayson Allen, who is probable for the season opener, is projected to lead the team in three-pointers made, ranking 31st in the league.

Clippers Offense Breakdown

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The Clippers enter the season ranked 19th in our offensive power rankings after finishing last season 12th in points per game (115.6). They were 27th in possessions per game (96.6) but ranked 6th in both field goal percentage (48.9%) and three-point percentage (38.1%). They were 21st in three-point attempts per game (33.2) and 17th in threes made (12.6). At the free-throw line, they were 3rd in percentage (82.5%) and 12th in attempts per game (22.2).

James Harden is projected to lead the team in scoring, ranking 12th among shooting guards. Kawhi Leonard, who averaged 23.7 points per game last season, is out for the season opener but is projected to be the team’s second-leading scorer. Norman Powell is projected to be 3rd on the team in scoring and 2nd in three-pointers made, with Kevin Porter Jr. projected to be 3rd in threes made.

Suns Team Defense

Last season, the Suns ranked 12th in our defensive power rankings, allowing 113.2 points per game, which was 13th in the NBA. They held opponents to 46.5% shooting, ranking 8th in field-goal percentage defense, and were 14th in three-point defense, allowing 36.4%. Inside, they were even better, holding teams to 53.1% shooting, which was 6th in the league.

Kevin Durant and Jusuf Nurkic are key rebounders, with Phoenix ranking 7th in defensive rebounding. The Suns also averaged 6.0 blocks per game, placing them 6th in the NBA. Devin Booker contributes on the boards as well, ranking 5th on the team in rebounding.

Clippers Team Defense

Last season, the Suns ranked 12th in our defensive power rankings, allowing 113.2 points per game, which was 13th in the NBA. They held opponents to 46.5% shooting, ranking 8th in field-goal percentage defense, and limited teams to 36.4% from beyond the arc, placing them 14th in three-point defense. Inside, Phoenix was even better, holding opponents to 53.1% shooting, the 6th-best mark in the league.

Kevin Durant and Jusuf Nurkic are key rebounders for the Suns, who ranked 7th in defensive rebounding last season. Phoenix also averaged 6.0 blocked shots per game, ranking 6th in the NBA, and 7.4 steals per game, placing them 18th in that category.

Suns vs Clippers Trends

  • In their last ten games away from home, the Suns have a straight up record of 6-4 while going 5-5 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 110 points per game in these contests.
  • Across the Clippers last three home games, the team averaged 102 points per game while allowing 108. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.
  • As the betting underdog, the Clippers have an ATS mark of just 1-2 in their last three games. Los Angeles posted a straight up mark of 1-2 in these matchups.
  • Looking back on the team’s last three games as the favorite, the Suns have a straight up record of 1-2. Their record vs the spread in these games was 0-3.

Suns vs Clippers Prediction

We’re calling a win for the Suns, with a final score of 140-105, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Suns at -5.5.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 224.5 and our model has the Suns and Clippers finishing with a combined 245 points. Our pick is to take the over.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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