Washington Wizards vs Phoenix Suns Prediction & Picks - NBA

Prediction published on 1/25/25, 2:28 AM  by Erik Gibbs | Modified on 1/25/25 at 2:38 AM in NBA Picks

The Phoenix Suns will host the Washington Wizards at the Footprint Center on Saturday night in what promises to be a lopsided matchup based on current form. The Wizards have been in dreadful shape, dropping 16 of their last 18 games and currently enduring a 12-game losing streak. Meanwhile, the Suns have found their stride, winning six of their previous eight contests and showcasing improved chemistry and defense. The Wizards come into this game after a disappointing 110-93 road loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday. Despite Jordan Poole’s solid performance of 24 points and nine assists, Washington struggled to find offensive rhythm, shooting just 34% from the field and a dismal 11 of 46 from three-point range. Bilal Coulibaly added 15 points, and Alex Sarr contributed a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds, but their efforts weren’t enough to compensate for the team's overall inefficiency. The Wizards’ offense was particularly lifeless in the first half, where they managed only 41 points, and their defensive issues allowed the Clippers to take control early. Key contributors like Kyle Kuzma and Kyshawn George had tough nights, combining for just 12 points on inefficient shooting. The Suns enter this matchup riding high after a dominant 108-84 road victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. Devin Booker was spectacular, leading the team with 32 points and six assists on 14-of-24 shooting. Kevin Durant added 24 points and eight rebounds, while the rest of the squad played solid supporting roles. The Suns shot 47% from the field and made 14 of 41 three-pointers, but it was their defense that truly stood out. Phoenix held Brooklyn to just 16 points in both the first and fourth quarters, controlling the game from start to finish in one of their most impressive performances of the season.