Suns vs. Clippers Point Spread Pick for Game 3

Phoenix Suns (45-37 SU, 44-38-2 ATS) vs. Los Angeles Clippers (44-38 SU, 41-42-1 ATS)

When: Thursday, April 20th, 10:30 PM (ET)

Where: Crypto.com Arena, CA, Los Angeles

TV: NBA

Point Spread: Pho -2.5/LAL +2.5 (Why bet at -110 when you can bet at -105 odds?)

Total: 228

Money Line: Phoenix Suns -142/+118

Notable Injuries

Suns

• Cameron Payne (Questionable) Lower Back

Clippers

• Paul George (Out) Knee

Recent Form

Heading into the game, Phoenix is 45-37 overall. When taking to the road, Phoenix has a mark of 17-24 and a win percentage of 41%. Currently, the team is 4th in the Western Conference. So far, they are 44-38-2 vs. the spread. When looking at how the team has performed of late straight and vs. the spread, they are 2-3 in their past five games and 2-3 ATS. Over their past ten games, they are 7-3 SU and 6-4 ATS.

In their previous game, the Phoenix team emerged victorious against the Clippers, winning by a margin of 8 points as predicted. Devin Booker was hot for the Suns, scoring 38 points on a shooting percentage of 63.6%. The Suns not only won the game but also successfully covered the spread.

Heading into the game, Los Angeles is 44-38 overall. When playing at home, Los Angeles has a mark of 23-18 and a win percentage of 56%. Currently, the team is 5th in the Western Conference. So far, they are 41-42-1 vs. the spread. In Los Angeles’ last five games, the Clippers have a straight-up record of 4-1 while going 2-3 in those games. Going back to the last 10, they are 6-4 and 4-6 ATS.

In their most recent matchup, the Suns defeated Los Angeles with a score of 123-109. Kawhi Leonard scored the most points for the team with 31, but it was not enough to earn the win. The Clippers were 8-point favorites going into the game.

The Historicals

In the most recent matchup between the two teams, the Suns picked up the 123-109 win over the Clippers. The Suns margin of victory was enough to cover the spread as 8 point favorite. So far, the two teams have split their season series, with each team at 3-3. In terms of betting, Phoenix has an ATS record of 3-2 in the previous five matchups vs. Los Angeles. This mark has come on an average scoring margin of +3 points per game in favor of the Suns. Phoenix and Los Angeles averaged a combined 223 points per game in these games, leading to an over-under mark of 3-2.

Analysis

This season, the Suns’ offense is averaging 113.6 points per game, which is 13th in the NBA. In terms of pace, Phoenix has been playing at one of the slower tempo’s in the league, averaging just 98.0 possessions per game. Phoenix comes into the game ranked just 27th in 3-point attempts per game. So far, they have connected on 37.4% of their shots from deep, which places them 21st in the NBA. Defensively, the Suns have been one of the best units in the NBA, allowing just 107.33 points per game. So far, they have done an excellent job defending the 3-point arc, allowing teams to hit just 33.88%.

Devin Booker is the top scorer for the Suns, with an average of 27.8 points per game. This season, his field goal percentage is 49.4%. Kevin Durant is the team’s second-leading scorer, averaging 29.1 points per game.

This season, Los Angeles is averaging just 113.6 points per game, which places them 26th in the league. A major reason for these low numbers is the fact that they play at one of the slower paces in the NBA, at just 98.1 possessions per game. Los Angeles heads into the game as one of the top 3-point shooting teams in terms of percentage. So far, they have hit 38.1% of their looks from deep. However, they are currently ranked just 23rd in 3-point attempts per contest. Defensively, the Clippers have been one of the best units in the NBA, allowing just 108.39 points per game. So far, they have done an excellent job defending the 3-point arc, allowing teams to hit just 34.31%.

Paul George will not be available for today’s game in Los Angeles due to an injury, as reported on the injury report. This means that Kawhi Leonard will need to step up and take on the role of primary scorer for the team. This year, Leonard has been averaging 23.8 points per game for the Clippers.

Betting Trends

• The Suns are 4-1 ATS in their last five games playing on one day of rest.
• The Suns are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 Conference Quarterfinals games.
• The Clippers are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 Conference Quarterfinals games.
• The Clippers are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games overall.

Joes Pick To Cover The Spread

The Phoenix Suns are too much for the L.A. Clippers without Paul George, and I don’t think the venue matters. I like Chris Paul and Co. to go up 2-1 in the series. Do you live bet games? If so, you need to check out the live wagering platform at Bovada Sportsbook! It BLOWS AWAY the rest!