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Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 31, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 31, 2025 8:45 PM
On Friday, January 31st, 2025, the Phoenix Suns will travel to the Chase Center to take on the Golden State Warriors in a crucial Western Conference showdown. The series is currently tied 1-1, with both teams looking to gain an edge in the competitive conference standings. The Warriors will be relying on their home crowd advantage, having a 14-12 record at the Chase Center, to try and take down the Suns.
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors

Current Odds

PHX
GS
Over
227.5
-112
Under
228.5
-103
PHX
-1.0
-110
GS
+1.5
+108
PHX
ML
-115
GS
ML
+120

Golden State Warriors recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/29/25 vs Oklahoma City Thunder W 116-109
1/28/25 vs Utah Jazz W 114-103
1/25/25 vs Los Angeles Lakers L 118-108
1/23/25 vs Chicago Bulls W 131-106
1/22/25 @ Sacramento Kings L 123-117

Phoenix Suns recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/29/25 vs Minnesota Timberwolves L 121-113
1/27/25 vs LA Clippers W 111-109
1/25/25 vs Washington Wizards W 119-109
1/22/25 @ Brooklyn Nets W 108-84
1/20/25 @ Cleveland Cavaliers L 118-92

Golden State Warriors injuries

  • Draymond Green (PF): Out
  • Jonathan Kuminga (PF): Out

Suns vs Warriors game info

Type Info
Venue Chase Center
Location San Francisco, CA
Tip-off Fri 10:00 PM
TV ESPN

Suns vs Warriors predictions

The Phoenix Suns are looking steely-eyed as they head into their matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Kevin Durant, with his scoring flair, is expected to lead the charge, likely to drop around 25 points while grabbing nearly eight rebounds. He's been a relentless force—and let's be honest, isn't he always? Then there's Devin Booker, one of the slickest shooting guards in the NBA today. With more than 24 points and close to seven assists on the horizon, Booker is set to play a pivotal role in keeping the Suns' offense flowing seamlessly. This dynamic pair could be the engine that drives the Suns forward tonight, not to forget the steady presence of Mason Plumlee under the hoop. Though he might not light up the scoreboard, his rebounding prowess will be key, collecting boards and providing the Suns with those crucial second-chance opportunities.

Switching sides, the Golden State Warriors are banking on their very own superstar, Stephen Curry, to ignite their offense. He's no stranger to high-pressure games, and you can anticipate him racking up a solid 22 points and dishing out around six assists. The excitement never wanes when Curry's on the hardwood, right? Meanwhile, on the glass, Kevon Looney will be anchoring the Warriors, expected to snag a hefty number of rebounds, with perhaps more than one or two rim-rocking plays to spice things up. Andrew Wiggins for his part should complement the offensive efforts with close to 20 points. Together with Curry's three-point fireworks and defensive hustle, Dub Nation will be hoping for an explosive performance to secure a much-needed win.

Now the burning question is: who takes the cake in this showdown? Both teams are neck-and-neck with almost identical records, and equally ravenous for a win to climb the Western Conference ladder. However, considering the home-court advantage at Chase Center and the kind of form Curry's been showing lately, my bet would be on the Warriors to edge out the Suns in what promises to be a tightly contested battle. But hey, in the high-stakes world of NBA basketball, anything can happen. What do you think? Will the Warriors pull through, or will the Suns rise to the occasion?

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