Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Phoenix Suns at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Phoenix Suns (30-27) close out their 5-game road trip Friday against the Indiana Pacers (25-31). Tip-off is 7 p.m. ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Pacers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns lost 116-107 at the Atlanta Hawks Thursday, failing to cover as 7.5-point underdogs. The defeat snapped a 3-game win streak and Phoenix has won 9 of its last 12 contests.

The Pacers have lost 2 games in a row and 13 of their last 15. They are coming off a 116-111 loss at the Miami Heat Wednesday, but they covered as 6.5-point underdogs.

The Suns won 112-107 at home in the first meeting of the year between these teams on Jan 21, covering as 2.5-point favorites as the Under (229) connected.

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Suns at Pacers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Suns +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Pacers -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Suns +2.5 (-108) | Pacers -2.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Suns at Pacers key injuries

Suns

  • Not yet submitted

Pacers

  • None

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Suns at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 116, Pacers 112

Moneyline

The Suns lost their first game following their trade for F Kevin Durant Thursday. They will continue to play shorthanded since Fs Cam Johnson and Mikal Bridges were both traded away in the deal and Durant hasn’t returned from a knee injury.

However, the Pacers have lost 13 of their last 15 games. While they are 17-12 at home on the year they are just 2-5 in their last 7 tries there.

The Suns are 11-18 on the road this season but are 4-1 in their last 5 road games.

BET SUNS (+120).

Against the spread

With such a small spread, it makes sense to stick with the moneyline if you like the Suns.

The last time the Suns lost by only 1 point, it was 122-121 to the Houston Rockets on Dec. 10 and they are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a loss.

The Pacers have not covered the spread in their last 6 games playing on one night’s rest.

PASS.

Over/Under

Only 1 of the Suns’ last 6 games has reached 230 total points.

The Under is 4-1 in the Pacers’s last 5 games. Only 2 of their last 10 games have had totals of 230 or more.

BET UNDER 230.5 (-108).

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Phoenix Suns at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Phoenix Suns at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Phoenix Suns (30-26) battle the Atlanta Hawks (27-28) Thursday. Tip from State Farm Arena is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Hawks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Hawks and Suns played Feb. 1 for the first time this season with Atlanta winning 132-100, covering as a 1.5-point road underdog. The Over 231.5 hit.

Phoenix is coming off a 116-112 win over the Brooklyn Nets Tuesday, failing to cover as a 7-point road favorite. The Suns are 4-2 against the spread (ATS) over their last 6 and are 30-26 ATS on the season.

The Hawks return home after going 2-3 on a 5-game Western Conference road trip, covering 3 of the 5 outings. They are coming off a 116-107 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Tuesday, failing to cover as a 1-point road underdog. Atlanta is 24-31 ATS this season.

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Suns at Hawks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Suns +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Hawks -270 (bet $270 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Suns +6.5 (+100) | Hawks -6.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Suns at Hawks key injuries

Suns

  • G Devin Booker (groin) out
  • G Cameron Payne (foot) out

Hawks

  • None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Suns at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawks 120, Suns 112

Moneyline

PASS.

The Suns (+225) are too risky following their trade for F Kevin Durant. Phoenix will be without many key rotation pieces and Booker, who is injured. However, you can’t risk nearly 3 times your potential return with the Hawks (-270), either.

Against the spread

LEAN HAWKS -6.5 (-120).

While the Hawks haven’t been great for bettors throughout the season, they have performed well recently, covering 3 of their last 5. They are also coming off 9-point and 20-point losses, and are 14-12-1 ATS following a loss.

Atlanta has the pieces to neutralize C Deandre Ayton as well. With Booker and Durant not with Phoenix and Atlanta’s success after losing, back HAWKS -6.5 (-120).

Over/Under

BET OVER 228.5 (-110).

The Hawks have gone Over their projected total in 5 of their last 7 games. They have allowed at least 115 points in their last 2 and in 4 of their last 6 while also averaging the league’s 6th most points per game (116.1). They are 32-23 O/U this season.

The Suns have gone Over in 4 of their last 6 games as well. They have scored 116 points in 2 straight games. Given the recent success offensively for both teams, back the OVER 228.5 (-110).

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Phoenix Suns at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

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

The 3rd game of a 5-game road trip for the Phoenix Suns (29-26) is Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets (32-21). Tip-off is 7:30 p.m. ET at Barclays Center (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Nets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns are expected to have G Devin Booker, who has missed 43 games with a groin injury, back in the lineup. They are 2-0 on their road trip so far, coming off a 116-100 win over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday as 4.5-point favorites. They have won 8 of their last 10 games.

The Nets shook things up by trading G Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks. They covered the 8.5-point spread as underdogs, but lost 124-116 at home Monday to the Los Angeles Clippers. They are 5-4 in their last 9 games but 5-8 in their last 13.

The Suns beat the Nets 117-112 in Phoenix on Jan. 19 as 3.5-point underdogs.

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Suns at Nets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Suns -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Nets +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Suns -4.5 (-110) | Nets +4.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Suns at Nets key injuries

Suns

  • Devin Booker (groin) probable
  • Jae Crowder (not with team) out
  • Josh Okogie (nose) available
  • Cameron Payne (foot) out
  • Landry Shamet (foot) out

Nets

  • Seth Curry (thigh) questionable
  • Kevin Durant (knee) out
  • Ben Simmons (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Suns at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 119, Nets 110

Moneyline

The Suns get back their best player while they are playing better basketball. They have won 3 straight road games and 8 of their last 10 games overall.

The Nets needed a monster effort from Irving in their loss to the Suns in Phoenix to get back into the game, trailing by 20 points entering the final quarter. The Nets are 5-8 in their 13 games without Durant in the lineup.

Expect the Suns to pick up the win, but with the line at -190, the spread is the better play.

PASS.

Against the spread

While the Suns are 10-17 on the road straight up, they are 14-13 ATS away from home and have covered the spread in their last 3 road games.

The Nets are 26-25-2 ATS overall, but 12-12-1 ATS at home. They have covered the spread in 7 of their last 10 games overall.

Brooklyn is 0-6 ATS in its last 6 Tuesday games, while the Suns are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games after allowing 100 or more in the previous 1.

BET SUNS -4.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The 1st meeting between the 2 teams had 229 total points as the 220.5 Over cashed. The Over is 7-1 in the Suns’ last 8 matchups against teams with a winning record and the Over is 6-1-1 in the Nets’ last 8 games.

BET OVER 225.5 (-112).

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Phoenix Suns at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Phoenix Suns at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Phoenix Suns (27-26) begin a 5-game road trip Friday night at TD Garden when they take on the Boston Celtics (37-15). Tip-off is 7:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns, after losing 12 of 14 games, have heated up a bit. They have won 6 of their last 8 games, although they are coming off a 132-100 home loss to the Atlanta Hawks as 1.5-point favorites.

The Celtics have won 2 in a row after a 3-game losing streak. They have won 11 of their last 14 games overall. They are coming off a 139-96 blowout home win over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday as 9-point favorites.

The Celtics won the 1st matchup between the 2 teams 125-98 in Phoenix on Dec. 7 as 2-point underdogs.

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Su ns at Celtics odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Suns +360 (bet $100 to win $360) | Celtics -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Suns +9.5 (-108) | Celtics -9.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Suns at Celtics key injuries

Suns

  • Devin Booker (groin) out
  • Jae Crowder (not with team) out
  • Josh Okogie (nose) available
  • Cameron Payne (foot) out
  • Landry Shamet (foot) out

Celtics

  • Danilo Gallinari (knee) out
  • Marcus Smart (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Suns at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 125, Suns 120

Moneyline

The Suns are 8-17 on the road this season and have lost 8 of their last 10 games away from home.

The Celtics are 20-6 at home, They blew the Suns out in Phoenix in December and Phoenix is still without 3 of their top 7 rotation players, including Booker, their best player.

But don’t go betting the Celtics on the moneyline unless it is part of a parlay bet. It isn’t worth the action.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Suns are 28-25 ATS overall this season and 12-13 ATS on the road while the Celtics are 26-25-1 ATS overall and 14-12 ATS at home.

Phoenix is 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS loss. They have covered the spread in the last 4 games that followed a loss by at least 10 points.

The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in their last 4 games coming on 1 day’s rest. They are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games.

BET SUNS +9.5 (-108).

Over/Under

The Celtics have averaged 127.0 points per game in their last 3 contests while the Suns have averaged 112.8 points over their last 10 games.

The Over is 4-0 in the Suns’ last 4 games following an ATS loss and 5-0 in the Suns’ last 5 games following a double-digit loss at home.

BET OVER 221.5 (-108).

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Toronto Raptors at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Toronto Raptors at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Raptors (23-28) continue their 7-game road trip on Monday  against the Phoenix Suns (26-25). Tip-off is 9 p.m. ET at Footprint Center in Phoenix. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Raptors vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Raptors posted a 123-105 road win over the Portland Trail Blazers as 3-point underdogs on Saturday. They have won 3 of their last 4 games, but are 4-5 in their last 9.

The Suns have won 5 of their last 6 games. They are coming off a 128-118 overtime win over the San Antonio Spurs on the road, covering the 5.5-point spread as favorites.

The Raptors won their first matchup of the season 113-104 at home on Dec. 30 as 2-point favorites.

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Raptors at Suns odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Raptors +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Suns -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Raptors +1.5 (-105) | Suns -1..5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Raptors at Suns key injuries

Raptors

  • O.G. Anunuby (wrist) out
  • Dalano Banton (hip) questionable
  • Otto Porter (toe) out

Suns

  • Devin Booker (groin) out
  • Jae Crowder (not with team) out
  • Josh Okogie (nose) available
  • Cameron Payne (foot) out
  • Landry Shamet (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Raptors at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 124, Raptors 120

Moneyline

The Raptors have struggled on the road all season, going 8-16 away from home, although they are 2-1 on their current road trip and 3-3 in their last 6 road games.

The Suns have won 5 of their last 6 games. They are 18-8 at home and have won 4 of their last 5 games there.

But because of the better value on the spread with only a 1.5-point spread, PASS on the moneyline.

Against the spread

The Raptors are 26-25 ATS overall this season and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games. They are 11-13 ATS on the road.

The Suns are 27-24 ATS overall and 15-11 ATS at home and 5-1 ATS over their last 6 games. Twelve of the Suns’ last 13 victories have been by more than 2 points.

BET SUNS -1.5 (-112).

Over/Under

The Suns have averaged 119.4 points per game in their last 5 wins while the Raptors are averaging 119.5 PPG over their last 4 games.

The Over is 9-2 in the Raptors’ last 11 games following and ATS win.

BET OVER 224.5 (-108).

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Dallas Mavericks at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Dallas Mavericks at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Mavericks (25-24) kick off a 2-game road trip Thursday against the Phoenix Suns (25-24). Tip-off from Footprint Center is set for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavericks have lost 2 games in a row, 5 of their last 6 and 7 of their last 9. They are coming off a 127-126 home loss to the Washington Wizards as 7-point favorites Tuesday.

The Suns, after losing 12 of 14 games from Dec. 20-Jan 16, have won 4 straight. They’ve been getting healthier, as F Cameron Johnson and G Chris Paul have recently returned from injuries. Phoenix last played Tuesday, beating the Charlotte Hornets at home 128-97 as a 7.5-point favorite.

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Mavericks at Suns odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Suns -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks +1.5 (-108) | Suns -1.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Suns key injuries

Mavericks

  • Maxi Kleber (hamstring) out
  • Christian Wood (thumb) out

Suns

  • Deandre Ayton (illness) probable
  • G Devin Booker (groin) out
  • Cameron Payne (foot) out
  • Landry Shamet (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Mavericks at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 118, Mavericks 115

Moneyline

The Mavericks are struggling with just 2 wins in their last 9 games. Dallas is 8-15 on the road and has just 1 win in its last 5 road games. The Mavs have allowed 122.5 points per game in their last 6 contests.

The Suns are 4-0 on their current homestand, improving to 18-7 at home this season. Phoenix has averaged 117.3 points per game in its 4-game win streak, a major increase following a 10-game stretch of averaging only 101.5 points per game.

However, because the spread is so small there is better value for them to win by margin.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Mavericks have covered the spread just once in their last 6 games and are a league-worst 16-31-2 ATS on the season.

The Suns are 26-23 ATS on the season and are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games.

The home team has won 8 of the last 9 meetings, and each win has been by at least 2 points.

BET SUNS -1.5 (-112).

Over/Under

Seven of the Mavericks’ last 10 games have had totals of more than 222 points.

Four of the Suns’ last 6 games have had totals of more than 222 points.

The Over is 4-1 in the last 5 games for the Mavericks following a game in which they allowed at least 100 points.

BET OVER 222.5 (-110).

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Memphis Grizzlies at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (31-14) visit the Phoenix Suns (23-24) Sunday. Tip-off from Footprint Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Grizzlies are coming off a heartbreaking 122-121 loss on Friday vs. the Los Angeles Lakers (+6) which ended a season-long 11-game win streak. A big part of that loss was the Grizzlies’ 2nd-half collapse defensively, as they allowed 73 points, and 41 in the 4th quarter alone.

The Suns are coming off a Saturday night 112-107 win vs. the Indiana Pacers as 2.5-point road favorites. The Suns, despite being shorthanded due to injury, have won 2 straight after losing 3  in a row.

This is the 4th and final meeting of the regular season between the teams, with the Grizzlies winning twice (by 25 and 30 points) and the Suns once (by 17).

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Grizzlies at Suns odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Suns +325 (bet $100 to win $325)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -9.5 (-105) | Suns +9.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Grizzlies at Suns key injuries

Grizzlies

  • Kennedy Chandler (nose) available
  • Danny Green (knee) out

Suns

  • Not yet submitted

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 122, Suns 111

Moneyline

AVOID. 

The Grizzlies should win this game as they have the edge in nearly every major statistical category besides FT%. Despite being the away team, the Grizzlies are heavily favored. This is due to the amount of injuries the Suns have and the Grizzlies being among the best teams in the Western Conference right now. Expect the Grizzlies to win, but the moneyline here is too rich to bet on.

Against the spread

LEAN GRIZZLIES -9.5 (-105).

Trends in both the recent games between these teams and individual games suggest that the Grizzlies covering the spread should be the slightly safer bet. The Suns are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games playing on no rest, and the Grizzlies are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 games vs. the Suns. The Grizzlies, however, are also 1-4 ATS in their last 5 against teams with losing records.

Over/Under

BET OVER 232.5 (-110). 

The Over is 8-1 in the Grizzlies last 9 overall and is 4-1 in the Suns last 5 overall. Despite the Suns being shorthanded, their lack of defense and surprisingly solid offense has been enough to carry the Over, and expect that to continue in this game.

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Indiana Pacers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Indiana Pacers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Indiana Pacers (23-24) battle the Phoenix Suns (22-24) Saturday. Tip from Footprint Center is set for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pacers lost to the Denver Nuggets 134-111 Friday, failing to cover as a 6-point road underdog. They have lost 6 straight games and have failed to cover 4 in a row. Indiana is 26-21 against the spread (ATS) on the season. Its strength is offense, ranking 12th in the league in points per game (115.2).

The Suns, on the other hand, beat the Brooklyn Nets 117-112 at home Thursday, covering as a 3.5-point favorite. Phoenix is 23-23 ATS on the season and 3-2 ATS over its last 5 games, trading off between covering and not. Its strength is defense, ranking 9th in the NBA in opponents’ points per game (112.2).

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Pacers 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 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Pacers +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Suns -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Pacers +5.5 (-110) | Suns -5.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pacers at Suns key injuries

Pacers

  • G Tyrese Haliburton (knee) out

Suns

  • G Devin Booker (groin) out
  • F Cameron Johnson (knee) out
  • G Chris Paul (hip) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pacers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 118, Suns 114

Moneyline

PASS.

I like Indiana here, but they’re getting too many points and would preferably play the spread.

Against the spread

BET PACERS +5.5 (-110).

Indiana has slumped lately, but it should match up well with Phoenix. For starters, C Myles Turner should be able to neutralize C Deandre Ayton, who will be a key offensive player with Booker out. Turner is averaging 3.6 blocks per game this month.

The Suns rank 22nd in the NBA in opponents’ 3-point shooting (36.4%). The Pacers are a 3-point-heavy team with G Buddy Hield. They rank 6th in 3-point field goal attempts per game.

The Pacers have rewarded bettors this season as they are 26-21 ATS. Despite a recent slump, back the PACERS +5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 229.5 (-110).

The Pacers play at the 4th-highest pace in the NBA, and their 3-point shooting should bounce back given the absence of Johnson and Booker. They have gone Over in 4 of their last 6 as well, scoring at least l10 in 3 of their last 5.

The Suns have scored at least 115 in 2 of their last 3 and have gone Over the projected total in 3 straight, topping it in 4 of their last 5 as well. Considering both trends, back the OVER 229.5 (-110).

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Brooklyn Nets at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Brooklyn Nets at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Brooklyn Nets (27-16) and Phoenix Suns (21-24) meet Thursday at Footprint Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Nets vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Nets failed to cover the spread as 2.5-point favorites Tuesday in a 106-98 loss at the San Antonio Spurs. G Kyrie Irving (sore calf) was a late scratch,  but is expected to play Thursday. Brooklyn has lost 3 straight after losing F Kevin Durant (knee).

The Suns failed to cover as 12-point underdogs Monday in a 136-106 loss at the Memphis Grizzlies. F Mikal Bridges scored a team-high 21 points as Phoenix lost for the 12th time in 14 games. The Suns have the 10th-best home record at 14-7. F Cameron Johnson (knee) is probable to return to the lineup Thursday after being out for more than 2 months.

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Nets 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 2:01 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Nets -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Suns +130 (bet $100 to win $130)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Nets -3.5 (-108) | Suns +3.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nets at Suns key injuries

Nets

  • Kevin Durant (knee) out
  • Kyrie Irving (calf) probable

Suns

  • Devin Booker (groin) out
  • Cameron Johnson (knee) probable
  • Chris Paul (hip) questionable
  • Cameron Payne (foot) out
  • Landry Shamet (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Nets at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 117, Nets 107

Moneyline

BET SUNS (+130).

The Nets have not proven they can win since losing Durant. While the Suns have struggled without Booker, Phoenix pulled off an impressive win as a 12.5-point underdog 125-113 at the Golden State Warriors Jan. 10 on TNT. Phoenix’ backup guards should come out extra motivated in this spot to impress once again on national TV, this time vs. a vulnerable Nets team.

Against the spread

PASS.

There is no need to buy the extra 3.5 points on the Suns when Phoenix should win straight up. Bet the moneyline or total instead.

Over/Under

BET OVER 220.5 (-110).

The Over is 6-1 in the Suns’ last 7 games vs. teams with a winning record and 10-2 in the last 12 meetings between these 2 teams in Phoenix. The Over is 3-1 in the Suns’ last 4 games and Thursday’s meeting should be another high-scoring matchup.

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Phoenix Suns at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Phoenix Suns at Memphis Grizzlies odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Phoenix Suns (21-23) battle the Memphis Grizzlies (29-13) Monday with tip from FedEx Forum set for 6 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Grizzlies odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 121-116 Fridayalthought they did cover as a 6.5-point road underdog. Phoenix is 22-22 against the spread (ATS) and 7-16 straight up on the road. It is just 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games.

The Grizzlies beat the Indiana Pacers 130-112 Saturday, covering as a 7.5-point road favorite. Memphis is 21-20-1 ATS on the season and a strong 18-3 straight up at home. The Grizzlies are just 1-3 ATS in their last 4 games, but are 5-3 ATS in their last 8.

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Suns at Grizzlies odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:27 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Suns +410 (bet $100 to win $410) | Grizzlies -525 (bet $525 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Suns +10.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -10.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Suns at Grizzlies key injuries

Suns

  • G Devin Booker (groin) out
  • F Cameron Johnson (meniscus) out
  • G Chris Paul (hip) out

Grizzlies

  • G Ja Morant (hip) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Suns at Grizzlies picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 122, Suns 108

Moneyline

PASS.

The Suns without their 2 best players are not worth a play, even at (+410).

Against the spread

BET GRIZZLIES -10.5 (-110).

The Suns without Paul and Booker on the road against 1 of the best teams in the West is not a recipe for success. The Suns have lost 8 of their last 9 games and have lost 4 of those by double figures.

Against Morant and the Griz at home, this should be a blowout. The Grizzlies rank 6th in points per game (117.1) and 1st in opponents’ FG percentage (44.3%). They have the talent on both sides of the court to wear down a short-handed Suns side.

Back GRIZZLIES -10.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 228.5 (-110).

The Grizzlies have gone Over in 6 straight games and have scored at least 120 points in 6 straight, having 130 or more points in 3 of their last 6. They rank 4th in pace and are at home, so they will undoubtedly want this to be a high-tempo game.

The Suns have gone Over in 2 of their last 3 as well. Expect the Griz to push the pace, and the Suns, who have scored at least 115 in 2 of their last 3, should keep up.

Back the OVER 228.5 (-110).

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