The Phoenix Suns are traveling to San Antonio to take on the Spurs in this Western Conference matchup. The Suns are coming off a loss to the Houston Rockets 119-111. Phoenix needs a win to get back on track as they have lost seven of their last nine games. As for the Spurs, they are coming off a double-digit loss to the Boston Celtics, 116-103. With these two teams competing to fight for a play-in/playoff spot, this should be a fun game to watch. Let’s dive into the game and cook up a winning slip!
Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Phoenix Suns | -2.5 (-112) | Over 238 (-112) | -148 |
| San Antonio Spurs | +2.5(-108) | Under 238 (-108) | +124 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs Match Details
- Fixture: Phoenix Suns @ San Antonios Spurs
- Date and Time: February 20th, 2025 @ 9:30 PM EST
Key Stats
Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns are coming off a close loss to the Houston Rockets, 119-111. Kevin Durant was excellent with 37 points, 5 rebounds, and 9 assists on a very efficient 68.2 % from the floor. Nick Richards pitched in a double-double with an 11-point, 13-rebound performance. Bol Bol who was inserted into the starting lineup due to Devin Booker and Bradley Beal’s injuries finished the game with 15 points and 4 rebounds. With a record of 26-28 on the season, the Suns sit in 11th place in the Western Conference. They need to break this three-game losing streak and string together some good basketball.
Defensively, this Suns team is a sneaky good team. They are ranked 20th in points allowed per game, 10th in opponent field goal %, 11th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 10th in blocks per game, 27th in steals per game, and 25th in rebounds per game. In terms of injuries, nobody is listed as questionable for this game. This Suns team has too much talent to be where they are in the standings. Phoenix has a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, including a 3-7-0 record against the spread in that same stretch.
San Antonio Spurs
The San Antonio Spurs are coming off a double-digit loss against the Boston Celtics, 116-103. Stephon Castle was solid with 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists in only 24 minutes. De’Aaron Fox was solid with 23 points and 5 assists. Victor Wembanyama was good as well. Wemby finished with 17 points, 13 rebounds, and 2 blocks. With a record of 23-29, the Spurs currently sit 12th in the Western Conference. They are a few years away from being a serious contender in the Western Conference.
The Spurs have been a solid defensive team. They are ranked 18th in points allowed per game, 15th in opponent field goal %, 15th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 1st in blocks per game, 17th in steals per game, and 12th in rebounds per game. In terms of injuries, Victor Wembanyama suffered a season-ending shoulder injury. That is a massive loss, to lose such a massive player on both ends of the court. Over their last ten games, the Spurs have a record of 3-7, including a 2-8-0 against the spread in that same stretch.
Prediction
The Phoenix Suns are going to defeat the San Antonio Spurs and cover the 2.5-point spread in this game. The loss of Victor Wembanyama will prove to be too much. Without him, there isn’t much rim protection in San Antonio. The Suns will dominate the paint and the dynamic duo of Devin Booker and Kevin Durant To keep it short and sweet, the Suns are the better and healthier team in this game. Phoenix finally snaps their losing streak and will try and build some momentum toward a playoff push.
Final Pick
Phoenix Suns -2.5 (-112)
