LiontipsPhoenix vs Portland. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Suns had a perfect opportunity to catch up to Utah, but missed the chance. Arizona team still has one game in hand, so fight goes on.
Phoenix lost two consecutive matches, first one to Lakers (110:123) and in the most recent game Suns went down to Golden State (116:122). Monty Williams and his players are not happy with that result, but that's basketball and there is no way to win every single game.
In the next match Suns will be up against Portland, who is on a tear now and putting up win after win. We can be sure that we will see an intense fight at the Phoenix Suns Arena.
Blazers deserved credit, because they managed to step up in the crucial moment and put up a positive result. Team is not losing for five games in a row and so far Blazers are holding on to the Western Top-6 and they are still able to catch up to Dallas.
In their last game Portland secured an away win over Utah (105:98). Terry Stotts' side is unstoppable right now, Damian Lillard scored 30 points and became an MVP of the match.
Blazers will try to secure their position, but it will hard to do in a game against Phoenix, though club is on a perfect form and will probably find a way to surprise opponents.
Trends
СтавкаPortland: total over 112.5
Blazers are averaging 116 points per game
СтавкаPhoenix: total over 115.5
Suns are averaging 116 points per game
СтавкаTotal of tied quarters - under 0.5
In last five H2H games not a single quarter ended in a draw
Tip and bets
Of course Phoenix will try to break their losing streak at home arena, but we should keep in mind that Portland is on a wonderful form recently. In our opinion, guests will be able to contain some of Suns attack and we will at least see a close game.
Our prediction - Portland Trail Blazers to win with a handicap of (+9) points
Suns will try to secure a victory in this game, and since both teams don't have problems with the squad, we can expect an intense battle and that both teams will score many points.
Our second prediction - total over 224.5 points
