LiontipsPhoenix vs Denver. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
After the end of the previous season there were speculations about Chris Paul's future, many experts thought that he will leave the club. But veteran opted to stay. Of course Phoenix fans were relieved with his decision, because this player is crucial for the club. Overall, Suns roster is almost the same as in the previous season. Elfrid Payton joined the team, but he is the role player. He is unlikely to play in the starting line-up.
In the preseason Phoenix lost only one match, suffering a defeat to Sacramento (106:117). In other matches Suns recorded a victory over Portland (119:74) and two victories over Lakers (117:105 and 123:94).
During the off-season Denver managed to keep their leaders in the squad. They offered new contracts to Jamal Murray and Will Barton. Board had to rise their salaries, but that was the only way to keep them with the Nuggets.
We should note that Nuggets were looking interesting during the preseason. They scored many points in those matches. In 3 out of 4 most recent matches Denver managed to score at least 112 points.
Trends
СтавкаNikola Jokic's rebounds total under 11,5
Throughout his career Serbian player averages 10,8 rebounds per game in the regular season
СтавкаPhoenix: IT over 114,5
In each of four most recent matches of the Suns at least 117 points were scored
СтавкаChris Paul's total under 16,5
Chris Paul averages 16,4 points in the regular season
Tip and bets
Teams were looking great in preseason matches. Phoenix Suns were close to 120-point mark in each of their matches. Denver scored less, but 112 points per game is still a good result. Head-to-head games of the previous season were also high-scoring. We are expecting the same scenario in this match, so a bet on total over is the best choice.
Our prediction - total over 221,5 points
Denver is a pretty comfortable opponent for Phoenix in recent years. Suns won five most recent head-to-head matches. We are expecting another victory from the Suns, especially since they will play at home.
Our second bet is on Phoenix to win with a handicap of (-3,5) points
