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Phoenix Suns at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Phoenix Suns at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Phoenix Suns (46-33) meet the LA Clippers (51-28) Wednesday in the 2nd end of a home-and-home set. Tip-off at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Clippers lead 3-0

LA picked up the 105-92 win in the Valley of the Sun Tuesday night, winning outright as a 9.5-point underdog. It started the game on a 32-4 run and never looked back.

The Clippers have won 4 in a row despite the fact F Kawhi Leonard has been sidelined due to a knee injury. LA has covered 3 of those outings, including the outright win against the Suns Tuesday as the Under (226.5) cashed. The 92 points allowed by LA is the fewest since allowing 88 against the Minnesota Timberwolves March 3.

The Suns have dropped 2 in a row, and the offense has fallen apart, averaging just 98 points per game in the past 3 outings. The Under is on a 4-0 run for Phoenix while cashing at a 6-2 clip across the past 8 outings.

Suns at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Clippers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread: Suns -3.5 (-115) | Clippers +3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Suns at Clippers key injuries

Suns

(Not yet submitted — below was for Tuesday’s game)

C Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) out

Clippers

(Not yet submitted — below was for Tuesday’s game)

F James Harden (foot) out
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Suns at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 109, Suns 105

Moneyline

The CLIPPERS (+145) are short ‘dogs at home, so take advantage. However, this pick comes with a disclaimer, as you’ll notice Harden is on the injury report. If he is cleared to play, finalize your wager on LA straight up. If Harden joins Leonard in street clothes, then shy away.

Against the spread

The Clippers +3.5 (-105) doesn’t make a whole lot of sense, unless you firmly believe the Suns -3.5 (-115) will rebound from their ugly game Tuesday and win by just 1-3 points. If you like either team, the better play is just taking it straight up.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 225.5 (-105) is a strong play in the 2nd end of this back-to-back for these 2 teams.

The Clippers have cashed the Under in 3 of the past 5 games, while the Suns have seen the total go low in 4 in a row, and 6 of the past 8 outings. And in a back-to-back situation, Phoenix has hit the Under in 6 of the past 7 contests when playing on no rest.

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LA Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s LA Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (50-28) meet the Phoenix Suns (46-32) Tuesday in the front end of a home-and-home set. Tip-off at Footprint Center is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Clippers lead 2-0

The Clippers have won 3 straight games, while posting a 6-1 mark in the past 7 games, although LA is just 3-7 against the spread (ATS) in the previous 10 games. The Over holds a slight 3-2 edge in the past 5 games, with the total going high in 8 of the past 11 contests.

The Suns are looking to bounce back after a 113-105 home loss as 5.5-point favorites against the New Orleans Pelicans Sunday. That halted a 3-game win and cover streak for Phoenix. The Under has cashed in 3 in a row, and 5 of the past 7 games for the Suns.

These teams last met in Los Angeles Jan. 8 with the Clippers posting a 138-111 win as 5.5-point favorites with the Over (235.5) comfortably cashing. They also met Jan. 3 in Phoenix with the Clips winning 131-122 as 4-point favorites and the Over (231) also connecting.

Clippers at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:31 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Suns -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread: Clippers +8.5 (-115) | Suns -8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
F Daniel Theis (thumb) questionable

Suns

C Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 121, Suns 117

Moneyline

The CLIPPERS (+260) are worth a roll of the dice for the chance to more than double up.

Yes, there is risk with Leonard in street clothes, but LA has had a handle on the Suns (-350) this season, and you can’t play the home side laying 2.6 times the potential return.

Against the spread

The CLIPPERS +8.5 (-115) are still a solid value if you’re not willing to back them straight up on the moneyline.

The Clippers have posted 3 straight wins, including 2 against playoff contenders in Cleveland and Denver the past week. They also went on the road and took care of the Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers, although Leonard was on the floor in those victories.

Coming off the home loss as 5.5-point favorites to Pelicans last time, the Clippers just don’t seem to be hitting on all cylinders.

Over/Under

OVER 226.5 (-115) is a solid play in this Western Conference clash.

The Over easily cashed in the first 2 meetings this season, and there should be enough offense even if Nurkic isn’t on the floor for the home side. In fact, his absence could create even more ease to the basket for the visitors.

The Over has cashed in the past 2 games for the Clips despite no Kawhi, and the total has gone high in 8 of the past 11 outings for LA.

While the Under has hit in 3 in a row for Phoenix, this offense has posted 122 or more points in 2 of the past 4 outings.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 4 seed Phoenix Suns return home for Game 5 of the best-of-7 series against the Los Angeles Clippers leading the series 3-1. Tip-off Tuesday at Footprint Center is at 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns, after losing Game 1 of the series, have won 3 straight, including both games in Los Angeles for Games 3 and 4. They won Game 4 on Saturday 112-100 behind G Devin Bookers’s 30 points and F Kevin Durant’s 31.

The Clippers will be without both G Kawhi Leonard and F Paul George, both of whom have knee injuries.

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Clippers at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | Suns -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +12.5 (-110) | Suns -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Paul George (knee) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out

Suns

G Cameron Payne (back) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 118, Clippers 104

Moneyline

The Clippers are missing their 2 stars in an elimination game while the Suns have won 3 straight against the Clippers and are fully healthy. Phoenix should close the series out, but it isn’t worth wagering 9 times what you can win on this game.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Suns, who are Suns are 5-3 ATS vs. the Clippers this season, have 1 win in this series by more than 12 points. They have won by 14, 5 and 12 points. While the game should be competitive throughout, it is one of those scenarios where the Suns could pull away for a blowout late.

BET SUNS -12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The 1st 3 games of the series all had more than 223 total points, but Game 4 only had 212, as the Clippers struggled to score points without both George and Leonard. Three of the 4 regular-season matchups had fewer than 224 points.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-105).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Clippers (32-28) take on the Phoenix Suns (32-27) Thursday at Footprint Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 134-124 Tuesday while covering as 8-point favorites at home. Los Angeles has won 6 of its last 10 games.

The Suns won 120-109 against the Sacramento Kings Tuesday to cover as 2.5-point home favorites. Phoenix is on a 2-game winning streak and has won 5 of its last 6 games.

This will be the third meeting between the Clippers and the Suns. The Suns have won and covered the spread in the first 2 meetings and the Under has connected in both matchups.

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Clippers at Suns odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Suns -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers -1.5 (+100) | Suns +1.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Norman Powell (knee) out

Suns

F Kevin Durant (knee) out
G Cameron Payne (foot) out
G Landry Shamet (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 112, Clippers 107

Moneyline

The SUNS (-110) is who I’m siding with in this matchup with them playing at home. Phoenix is 20-9 at home and G Devin Booker is expected to play.

Against the spread

SUNS +1.5 (-120) is the lean if you want a single point of insurance on the home side. Phoenix is 14-9 ATS as a home favorite this season.

The Clippers are 1-4 ATS in the last 5 meetings against the Suns.

Over/Under

We’ve seen some low-scoring games between the Clippers and the Suns, which makes UNDER 223.5 (-108) the ideal choice. There have been fewer than 224 points scored in 6 straight meetings.

The Clippers are 5-0 to the Under in their last 5 games against a team with a winning record and the Suns are 5-1 to the Under in their last 6 games overall.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Clippers (29-30) play the second game of a back-to-back set when they face the Phoenix Suns (46-10) Tuesday. Tip-off is 10 p.m. ET at Footprint Center. Below, we look at the Clippers vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Clippers have won two straight games and are coming off a 119-104 home win over the Golden State Warriors Monday night. They have managed to weather injuries to F Kawhi Leonard, G Paul George and now recently acquired G Norman Powell.

The Suns are riding a five-game win streak and have won 16 of their last 17 outings. They have the best record in the NBA and have a five-game lead in the Western Conference over the second-place Warriors. G Devin Booker has nine games with 30 or more points in his last 16 games.

Los Angeles and Phoenix have split their first two meetings this season with the home team winning each game.

Clippers at Suns odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:12 a.m. ET.

Money line: Clippers +650 (bet $100 to win $650) | Suns -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +12.5 (-110) | Suns -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers (not officially submitted)

G Paul George (elbow) out
G Luke Kennard (ankle) questionable
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Norman Powell (foot) out
G Jason Preston (foot) out

Suns

F Frank Kaminsky (knee) out
G Cameron Payne (wrist) out
F Dario Saric (knee) out
G Landry Shamet (ankle) out

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Clippers at Suns odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 121, Clippers 107

Money line

PASS on the money line.

The Clippers picked up an upset win at home over a shorthanded Warriors team that is starting to scuffle a bit, but the Suns are playing too well to predict a Clippers win despite the large potential payout.

The Suns are the hottest team in basketball and are fully healthy. They have scored over 130 in consecutive games, including a 131-107 drubbing of the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks Thursday. However, a bet on the Suns isn’t worth it as you have to wager 11 times your potential return.

Against the spread

The Clippers have covered the spread in consecutive games following a five-game ATS losing skid. L.A. is 28-31 ATS overall and 15-14 ATS on the road.

The Suns have covered the spread in three straight games and are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games. Phoenix is 32-24 ATS overall but 15-14 ATS at home.

The home team covered in both games between the two teams this season and were decided by at least 16 points.

Take the SUNS -12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Neither game this season between the Suns and Clippers had more than 206 total points. However, the Suns have scored over 130 points in two straight games and are averaging 118.4 points per game in their last 16.

The Clippers have scored 109 or more points in nine of their last 11 games.

Take OVER 222.5 (-110).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Clippers (19-19) are on the road Thursday night for a quick game away from home to face the Phoenix Suns (29-8) for the second time this season. Tip-off is 10 p.m. ET at Footprint Center. Below, we look at the Clippers vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

Since winning four games in a row between Dec. 6-13, the Clippers are 3-7. They are coming off a 122-104 loss at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves. They have missed F Paul George for 10 of the last 12 games and are dealing with many players out under COVID-19 protocols.

The Suns are close to getting their regular frontcourt players back from COVID-19 protocols, but they will miss this game tonight as they work on getting reconditioned after the time off. They have won three of their last four games and are getting solid play from F Jalen Smith and C Bismack Biyombo.

Clippers at Suns odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:40 a.m. ET.

Money line: Clippers +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Suns -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +10.5 (-107) | Suns -10.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 219.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Nicolas Batum (ankle) questionable
F Brandon Boston (return to competition reconditioning) questionable
F Paul George (elbow) out
C Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle) out
G Luke Kennard (health and safety protocols) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
C Ivica Zubac (health and safety protocols) out

Suns

C Deandre Ayton (return to competition reconditioning) out
F Jae Crowder (return to competition reconditioning) out
C Frank Kaminsky (knee) out
C JaVale McGee (return to competition reconditioning) out
F Abdel Nader (health and safety protocols) out
F Dario Saric (knee) out
G Landry Shamet (health and safety protocols) out

Clippers at Suns odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 119, Clippers 107

Money line

PASS on the money line. The Suns are playing too well to lose to a very shorthanded Clippers team, and because they should win, betting more than seven times what you can win at this point in the season just doesn’t make sense. The Suns are 7-3 in their last 10 games. The Clippers are 3-7 in their last 10.

Against the spread

The Clippers are 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games, covering the spread in their three wins and in one of their losses. The Suns are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games, covering the spread in six of their seven wins. They have not covered the spread in any loss in the last 10 games.

The Clippers beat the Suns by 16 points when they last faced each other Dec. 13 in Los Angeles.

The Suns’ last seven wins have been by at least 10 points. Take the SUNS -10.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Clippers’ last three games have averaged a total of 228.7 points. Four of their last five games have gone Over the projected total.

Eight of the Suns’ last 11 games have hit the Over. They are averaging 116.9 points per game in that stretch.

Take OVER 219.5 (-112).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game 2 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game 2 NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The 4-seed Los Angeles Clippers and 2-seed Phoenix Suns play Game 2 of their Western Conference Finals playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena Tuesday. Tip-off is set for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Clippers vs. Suns odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers were dumped 120-114 in Game 1 failing to cover as four-point underdogs. Los Angeles had won and covered the previous four playoff contests before that loss.

The Suns have rattled off eight straight victories since Game 4 of the first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers. They have also covered all eight games, and that would even make “Suns in 4” guy impressed.

Clippers at Suns: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6;45 a.m. ET.

Money line: Clippers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Suns -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Clippers +5.5 (-110) | Suns -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 224.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Clippers at Suns: Key injuries

Clippers

PF Serge Ibaka (back) out
SF Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
PF Marcus Morris (knee) probable

Suns

PG Chris Paul (health and safety protocols) out

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Clippers at Suns: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Suns 117, Clippers 114

Money line (ML)

The Suns (-225) will cost you more than two times your potential return, and that’s just too risky. Yes, they’re 8-0 SU/ATS across the past eight games, but I am expecting the Clippers (+180) to keep this to a one-score game.

AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The CLIPPERS +5.5 (-110) haven’t won eight in a row like the Suns -5.5 (-110), but they’re still a rather impressive 4-1 SU/ATS across the past five. I like Los Angeles to keep things tight in this one – perhaps decided late by free throws.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 224.5 (-110) is the way to go in Game 2. We had a total of 234 points in the series opener. The books have adjusted after a total of 220 bumping it up two buckets for this one. It’s still not high enough. Expect plenty of offense.

The Clippers have hit the Over in three straight and five of the previous six. The Suns have cashed the Over in each of the past two and four of six.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The top two teams in the Pacific Division square off Wednesday when the Los Angeles Clippers (43-20) visit the Phoenix Suns (43-18) at their self-titled arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Clippers-Suns odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

L.A., had its four-game winning streak snapped in a 120-103 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Monday. Despite a litany of injury issues, the Clippers won eight of their last 10 games and are 5-4-1 against the spread in those contests.

Phoenix broke its two-game losing skid by snapping the New York Knicks’ nine-game winning streak with a 118-110 victory as a 2.5-point road favorite Monday.

The Suns are 1 game behind the first-place Utah Jazz in the Western Conference and 1 game ahead of the Clippers. Phoenix is trying to prevent a three-game regular-season series sweep after L.A., won and covered the spread in both meetings this season. One game was at home with one on the road.

Clippers at Suns: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:15 p.m. ET.

Money line: Clippers +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Suns -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Clippers +4 (-110) | Suns -4 (-110)
Over/Under: 220.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Clippers at Suns: Key injuries

Clippers

SF Kawhi Leonard (foot) doubtful
SF Nicolas Batum (shoulder) questionable
PG Patrick Beverley (hand) out
PF Serge Ibaka (back) out

Suns

PF Dario Saric (rest) questionable
PF Jae Crowder (ankle) questionable

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Clippers at Suns: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Suns 116, Clippers 109

Money line (ML)

PASS even though I “lean” to Phoenix covering because the Suns (-175) are priced as though Leonard won’t play, but how would we feel holding a Phoenix money line bet if he suits up?

Based on the current injury news, the most prudent move would be to lay the points with Phoenix at -110 odds and hope Leonard takes another game off.

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Against the spread (ATS)

Try to wait as close to tip-off for the final injury updates, but based on the info we currently have, BET SUNS -4 (-110) for 1 unit.

Both teams are in the top-10 in net efficiency but, according to CleaningTheGlass.com, Phoenix has the second-best winning percentage and the fifth-best ATS margin vs. teams in the top-10 of net efficiency.

These numbers could be a tad skewed without any context as to who was active in said games against good teams and who wasn’t, but the Suns’ performance against quality competition should be factored in since they are the healthier team and have the motivational angle.

Furthermore, the Suns are 12-3 ATS at home against teams with a winning record and 7-1-1 ATS when laying between 3-4.5 points.

If Leonard plays, I’d still take Phoenix to cover but it’d only be a “lean” for a half unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

Slight “LEAN” to the OVER 220.5 (-115) for a half unit because the Suns have the second-highest points per 100 possessions vs. teams in the top-10 of net efficiency and the Clippers are fourth.

Also, each team is in the top-4 this month in both offensive rating and effective field-goal percentage.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Los Angeles Clippers (4-2) head to the Valley of the Sun Sunday to play the Phoenix Suns (5-1) at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Clippers-Suns NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Clippers at Suns: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:10 p.m. ET.

Money line: Clippers -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Suns +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread/ATS: Clippers -3.5 (-110) | Suns +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 215.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Clippers at Suns: Key Injuries

Clippers

F Marcus Morris (knee) out

Suns

F Abdel Nader (concussion protocol) out
F/C Jalen Smith (ankle) out

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Clippers at Suns: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Clippers 111, Suns 101

Money line (ML)

PASS, although I won’t rule out a money line parlay with the Clippers (-160) paired with another similarly priced favorite. Also, a -160 money line is right around my cutoff for how much I am willing to risk on a favorite in a regular-season game.

Against the spread (ATS)

The Clippers had a two-game winning streak stopped in Utah with a 106-100 loss to the Jazz as 3.5-point favorites New Year’s Day. Los Angeles struggled to get easy shots as the Clippers only had 19 assists (they average 24.7 assists per game) and had 16 fewer points in the paint than the Jazz (46-30), which contributed to Los Angeles’ 38.8% shooting performance on the night.

Phoenix is kind of rolling along here as its only slip up came in the second game of the season (a 106-103 road loss to the Sacramento Kings) and have won four straight (4-0 ATS). The Suns went into Mile High City and upset the Denver Nuggets as 3.5-point road ‘dogs in their last outing. It was a gritty Phoenix win with the Suns being outrebounded, having fewer points in the paint and fast-break points, and more turnovers.

The Suns split last season’s series vs. the Clippers (2-2 ATS), including a 117-115 win as an 8.5-point underdogs against a fully healthy Clippers team in their last game in the Orlando Bubble.

This is a rare spot where I’ll follow the market, which has steamed Clippers up from 1.5-point favorites to their current price. Take CLIPPERS -3.5 (-110) for 1 unit.

Phoenix has looked awesome to start the season, but it isn’t sneaking up on anyone with the addition of likely future Hall of Famer PG Chris Paul. I’m willing to lay the 3.5 points with a better Clippers team.

Over/Under (O/U)

PASS, but I have a slight lean on UNDER 215.5 (-110) because both are strong defensive teams and Phoenix is off to an 0-6 O/U start to the season. However, it’s only a lean since we are getting to the party a little late; the total has been bet down from a 217.5-point opener.

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