The Suns are set to face the Washington Wizards on Sunday, Dec 17. The game is scheduled for 8:00 ET while airing on AZFa. Phoenix enters this game as 13-point favorites with the total set at 247. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Suns vs. Wizards player props and predictions below.
Suns vs. Wizards Odds
- Spread: Suns -13
- Total 247
Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Dec 17
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Footprint Center, Phoenix AZ
- TV: AZFa
Wizards Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Wizards have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Across their five previous road games, Washington has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-4 while averaging 113 points per game.
- The last ten games that Washington was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 2-8 straight up.
Suns Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Suns have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Phoenix has an ATS record of 2-3 while averaging 114 per game. The team went 3-2 overall in these games.
- Going back to their previous five games as the favorite, Phoenix has an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 2-3 straight up.
Are the Wizards Ready for a Win at Phoenix?
The Wizards head into their matchup vs. the Suns with a 4-20 record which is below .500. In non-conference games, the Wizards are 1-2 and they are 3-18 against Eastern Conference teams.
In their latest game, the Wizards offense put up 137 points against the Pacers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 56.5% and made 13 threes. Kyle Kuzma led the team in scoring, putting up 31 points. Additionally, Jordan Poole contributed 30 points for the Wizards.
Looking at the Wizards defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 126.8 points per game (30th).
In the terms of takeaways, Wizards are causing 14 turnovers per game, ranking 22nd in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 17th in rejections, averaging 5 blocked shots each game.
Is a Home Win Possible for Phoenix?
With a 13-12 record through 25 games, the Suns are looking to avoid dropping to .500. In the Western Conference, they are currently 10th and are 4th in the Pacific division.
The Suns offense is coming off a game where they scored 122 points against the Knicks. They posted a field goal percentage of 52.2% and connected on 11 threes. Kevin Durant led the team in scoring, putting up 29 points. Additionally, Devin Booker contributed 28 points for the Suns.
Currently, the Suns’ defense holds the 16th rank in the NBA, allowing 114.2 points per game.
In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Suns defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 52.8% while allowing 35.8% from downtown.
Suns vs. Wizards Player Prop
When looking at a player prop for this game, Kevin Durant has a points prop of 28.5 with both the over and under paying out at -117.
In this game against the Suns, we suggest betting on the under for Kevin Durant and his points prop set at 28.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 26.
- The Prop: Kevin Durant Under 28.5 Points (-117)
Suns vs. Wizards Predictions
The Wizards come in as the underdog at +13, making them our top choice on the point spread. We not only expect them to cover the spread but also believe they have a strong chance of winning the game outright, especially if you’re aiming for a higher moneyline payout.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 247 and given that our model is projecting 225 points between the teams, we like the under.
The Pick: Wizards +13 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook