LiontipsPhoenix vs. Utah. NBA Match Prediction
On January 12, there will be a regular season NBA match, in which Phoenix will host guests from Salt Lake City - Utah. The Suns continue to search for stability and try to return to their best form in order to finally get out of the group of outsiders of the Western Conference. Utah, known for its open and attacking style of play, is in the penultimate place of the conference. Will Phoenix be able to use the support of their home crowd to rehabilitate for previous failures? - find out in our betting tip
Match announcement
Phoenix Suns
USACurrent form
Who would have thought at the beginning of the season that a team with such a star-studded roster would end up among the outsiders of the Western Conference? The Suns are absolutely not getting their game together, and even a few wins do not help them get out of a deep crisis, as they alternate with protracted losing streaks. In the last match, Mike Budenholzer team beat Atlanta (123:115), and this victory became a long-awaited ray of hope. The team leaders - Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker - have finally shown their class, but rumors of conflicts between Beal and the coach may affect the atmosphere in the team.
At the moment, Phoenix has one goal - to stabilize its game and return to the top 10 of the conference. The match against Utah is a great opportunity for another victory, especially considering that the team from Salt Lake City is currently going through difficult times.
Disqualifications and injuries
Royce O'Neale will not play in the next match due to an ankle injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The last six head-to-head matches have ended in victories for the Suns.
Probable lineup: Durant - Dunn, Plumlee - Jones, Booker.
Utah Jazz
USACurrent form
The Jazz continue to show better play on the road than at home. This trend has been evident for several seasons in a row. However, even this does not help Utah rise above the second-to-last place in the Western Conference. The team has lost its last two games at home, as it first lost to Atlanta (121:124) and then to Miami (92:97).
Utah players have already come to terms with their underdog status, but on the road they often demonstrate a desire to fight. The head coach is trying to find a balance between attack and defense, but so far this has only brought results in individual games. The next match in Arizona against Phoenix will be another test for the visitors.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jordan Clarkson and Taylor Hendricks will not play in the next game due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Jazz have played seven away games this season.
Probable lineup: Juzang - Markkanen, Kessler - Collier, Sexton.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Phoenix win
The Suns have won in the first quarter in three of their last five head-to-head games.
1.55Bet 1st quarter: total over 55 points
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 55 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.73Tip and bets
On paper, Phoenix has a better chance of winning. The team finally managed to get an important victory, which added confidence. Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker are in good shape and are ready to show their level in front of their home fans. Despite the difficulties, the Suns are showing positive dynamics, which is very important for them to maintain.
On the other hand, Utah feels better in away games, which could create problems for the hosts. However, it will be difficult for the visitors to resist the star-studded Phoenix lineup at their home arena. In our opinion, the Suns have every chance to continue their winning streak, although it will not be without a fight.
Our prediction is a Utah victory with a handicap of (+12.5) points for 1.70
Bet on total
Phoenix has always been famous for its attacking style of play, especially at home. Utah also does not shy away from open play, which often leads to high-scoring matches. In our opinion, both teams will bet on the attack, so we expect the total in the match to be broken.
Betting Tip - total over 226.5 points for 1.67
Bet on statistics
The Suns play aggressively, especially at home. Star players like Durant, Beal and Booker are in the lineup, which greatly increases the potential of the attack. We believe that Phoenix will break its individual total in this match.
Betting Tip - Phoenix individual total over 119.5 points for 1.86
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