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Today's Betting Overview - Suns @ Lakers
The Suns take on the Lakers on Wednesday, March 22nd at Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NBA games throughout the 2022-2023 season.
- Matchup: Phoenix Suns (38-33) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (35-37)
- Date: Wednesday, March 22nd
- Time: 10:00 PM ET
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
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Suns & Lakers Key Injuries
Suns
- Kevin Durant (Out) Ankle
- Deandre Ayton (Out) Hip
Lakers
- Anthony Davis (Probable) Foot
- LeBron James (Out) Foot
- Mo Bamba (Out) Ankle
Phoenix Suns - NBA Betting Analysis
In Phoenix's most recent game, Devin Booker led the team in scoring with 46 points, but the Suns fell to the Thunder by a score of 124-120 to the Thunder. Going into the game, oddsmakers had Phoenix as the 1.0 point underdog, resulting in an ATS loss for the team.
Now, the Suns' overall record sits at 38-33, placing them 4th in the Western Conference. The team's current record at home is 23-12 and 15-21 on the road. For the season, the Suns are 37-32 vs. the spread but have failed to cover in five straight games.
Over their last five games, the Suns' are averaging 114 points per game. For the season, Phoenix is ranked 19th at 113.4 points per contest. Phoenix's three-point shooting numbers are among the best in the NBA, as the team ranks 6th in the NBA, having hit 37.7% of their looks from deep. But given that they are just 20th in possessions per game, their overall scoring numbers are closer to the league average. Currently, the Suns are 21st in overall field goal percentage.
This season, the Phoenix defense ranks 4th in the league, giving up an average of 107.3 points per game. Opposing teams have a field goal percentage of 44.5% and have knocked down 33.9% of their three-point attempts. The Suns also rank 12th in the NBA for defensive rebounds. However, when it comes to forcing turnovers, Phoenix is only 18th, with 13.2 turnovers forced per game.
Los Angeles Lakers - NBA Betting Analysis
The Lakers enter today's game looking to build some momentum after a 111-105 win over the Magic. Austin Reaves and his 35 led the way for the Lakers. Heading into their previous matchup against the Magic, the Lakers were favored by -6.5, giving them an ATS loss.
With the win, the team has moved to 35-37, placing them 11th in the Western Conference. So far this season, they have gone 19-17 at home and 16-20 on the road. The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in 3 straight games and have an overall ATS record of 34-35.
With an average of 116.4 points per game, the Lakers are ranked 8th in the NBA in scoring. Despite this, their recent performance has been below average, scoring just 112 points per game in their last five contests. Los Angeles has utilized their pace effectively this season, with an average of 98.0 possessions per game, which ranks 20th in the league. Their fast-paced style has offset their three-point field goal percentage of 34.0% (26th). The Lakers are 1st in the NBA for free-throw attempts and have a shooting percentage of 77.8%.
This season, Los Angeles' defense is 4th in the league, allowing an average of 107.3 points per contest. So far, opposing teams have hit 44.5% of their field goal attempts and 33.9% from beyond the arc. The Lakers have also been a strong defensive rebounding unit, sitting 12th in the NBA. However, in terms of turnovers forced, Los Angeles is just 18th at 13.6 per game.
Today's NBA Betting Pick - Suns vs. Lakers
Today's matchup will be the 2nd game of the season between the Suns and Lakers. So far, the Suns have the leg up in the series 2-0. The most recent game between the teams resulted in both a straight-up win for the Suns (115-105). However, the Lakers were able to cover as 10.0 point underdogs. Their combined 220 points fell below the over/under line of 226.5.
In the Suns' previous five games as the favorite, they have a straight up record of 4-1 while going 3-2 against the spread. In their last three road contests, they are 1-2 ATS and 1-2 straight up. Their previous ten games have an over/under mark of 7-3 with an average of 226 points per contest.
Across Los Angeles' last five games at home, they have an ATS mark of 3-2 while going 3-2 straight-up. As the underdog, the Lakers are 3-0 straight up on an average scoring differential of 12 points per game. This has led to an ATS mark of 0-3. Their previous ten games have ended in an average of 229 points per game and an over/under mark of 3-7.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: PHO -1
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under 227.5
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