Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors 3/13/23 – On Monday evening, the Golden State Warriors (35-33 SU, 6th in the West) will welcome in the Phoenix Suns (37-30 SU, 4th in the West) to Chase Center for their third meeting this season against Golden State; their most recent victory came 125-113 on Jan. 10 at Golden State – Phoenix has now won each of their last two meetings there. However, in this matchup Golden State was predicted to win by the basketball betting forums.
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors
Date & Time: Monday, March 13, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET
Location: Chase Center
TV: ESPN
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Betting Odds
Suns
Moneyline: +170
Spread: +4.5 (-116)
Total: 241 over (-110)
Warriors
Moneyline: -200
Spread: -4.5 (-116)
Total: 241 under (-110)
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Analysis
On Saturday night, the Phoenix Suns saw their four-game winning streak come to an end in a 128-119 home loss against the Sacramento Kings. Devin Booker scored 28 points while Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton each had double-doubles in the loss. Booker continues to lead the Suns in scoring while Kevin Durant’s left ankle sprain will be evaluated again in three weeks. Booker averages 27.6 points and 5.8 assists per game, with Ayton contributing 18.2 points and 10.2 rebounds per contest, while Paul runs the point with 9.0 assists per night. The Suns rank 19th in scoring with 113.3 points per game and shoot 38% from three-point range, ranking fifth in the NBA. Phoenix boasts the fourth-ranked scoring defense, allowing only 111.2 points per contest. Furthermore, Phoenix grabs 44.4 rebounds per game – good for ninth in the league. Phoenix has won its last three away games, but is just 15-19 away from home this season overall.
On Saturday night, Stephen Curry delivered a stunning performance as Golden State Warriors defeated Milwaukee Bucks, 125-116, in overtime. Curry scored 22 of his game-high 36 points during the fourth quarter and extra period to help end a three-game losing streak for the Warriors. Golden State ranks third in the NBA with 118 points per game, making 16.5 shots from beyond the 3-point arc – leading the league. They allow 117.6 points per contest but are ranked 12th for field goal defense; their opponents are shooting 47.0% from the floor. Furthermore, Golden State ranks 10th in rebounding, collecting 43.9 boards per game. The Warriors are 28-7 at home this season.
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Against the Spread
Phoenix are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Phoenix’s last 5 games. Phoenix are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games. Phoenix are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against Golden State. Phoenix are 4-0-1 ATS in their last 5 games on the road. Phoenix are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Golden State.
Golden State are 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games. The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Golden State’s last 10 games. Golden State are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Golden State’s last 5 games against Phoenix. Golden State are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 games at home. Golden State are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games when playing at home against Phoenix.
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Free Pick
With Curry and Thompson back, this may be the healthiest the Warriors have been in years. It’s no secret they will be shooting 3-pointers on Monday against a Suns team that ranks 22nd in field goal percentage. Without Durant, their offensive efficiency away from home and whether or not they can keep up with the Splash Brothers. NBA online analytics favor Golden State to win and cover the spread.
Free Pick: Golden State Warriors -4.5 (-116)
