Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 25/02/2024, 04:50  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 25/02/2024 at 04:50 in NBA Predictions

The Los Angeles Lakers will head to the Footprint Center to face the Phoenix Suns in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. The hosts are 33-24 and eighth in the Western Conference, while the visitors are 31-27 and one spot behind their opponents. 

The Los Angeles Lakers have been performing well, winning seven of their last nine games. They aim to maintain their momentum after a narrow 123-118 victory over the Spurs at home on Friday. LeBron James led the team with 30 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists, while Anthony Davis contributed 28 points and 13 rebounds. Los Angeles ranks 13th in the NBA in scoring, averaging 117 points per game, while Phoenix ranks 15th in points allowed per game, conceding an average of 114.5. The Lakers' defense has improved, allowing an average of 117.3 points per game, which places them 18th in the league. They have performed well on the road, winning four of their last five away games and covering the spread three times in that span. Cam Reddish, Gabe Vincent, and Jarred Vanderbilt are uncertain for this match.

Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns have won seven of their last 11 games overall, but they are aiming to avoid a third consecutive defeat after a close 114-110 loss to the Rockets on the road on Friday. Kevin Durant led the team with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists, while Devin Booker and Bol Bol each scored 25 points. The Suns rank 12th in the NBA in scoring, averaging 117.4 points per game, while the Lakers rank 19th in points allowed per game, giving up an average of 117.3. Defensively, the Suns are allowing 114.5 points per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA, but they are among the top teams in the league in blocks per game. Damion Lee, Bradley Beal, and Eric Gordon are listed as doubtful for the match.