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Game time: January 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Capital One Arena — Washington, DC

Article updated Jan 15, 10:30 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Phoenix Suns will face off against the Washington Wizards in a non-conference matchup in Washington D.C. This game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this

Game outlook

The Phoenix Suns will face off against the Washington Wizards in a non-conference matchup in Washington D.C. This game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. Phoenix is looking to bounce back from a recent road loss in Atlanta, while Washington is coming off a home defeat against Minnesota. The Suns are favored to win by 11.5 points, with the betting line remaining unchanged. The game is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 EST at the Capital One Arena. Stay tuned for more information on this anticipated matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Suns -500 | Wizards +380

Spread: Suns -11.5 (-110) | Wizards +11.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 234 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Phoenix will win straight-up is 83%.

Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns are currently on the outskirts of playoff contention but are within reach of a postseason spot. Led by top scorer Devin Booker, who has been on a hot streak recently, the Suns have shown improvement with wins in three of their last four games. Despite their ranking of 25 in power rankings, the Suns have strong offensive statistics, hitting a high percentage of their shots and free throws. Defensively, they are average in field goal and three-point defense but have room for improvement in rebounding. With key players like Jusuf Nurkic facing injury concerns, the Suns will need to continue their strong performances to secure a playoff spot. If you need help with NBA predictions, our NBA Cappers are available to assist you.

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Washington Wizards Analysis

The Washington Wizards are currently at the bottom of the Eastern Conference and the entire league, with only six wins on the season. Despite the idea of tanking being diminished by the new lottery system, there is no longer a benefit to finishing with the league's worst record. The team has lost seven straight games, with their last win coming on January 1st. They are focused on building for the future, with a young starting lineup led by players like Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole. Kuzma is averaging 14.5 points per game this season, down from his average last year, while Poole is their top shooter and scorer. Alexandre Sarr is a top contender for Rookie of the Year, averaging 11.7 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. Bilal Coulibaly and Carlton Carrington also play key roles in the lineup. The team's offense is ranked 24th, scoring an average of 108.29 points per game, while their defense is ranked last, giving up an average of 122.61 points per game. They have a record of 6-32 overall. The Wizards allow an average of 47.54% field goals and 78.41% free throws on defense. Check out some of the best betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for Wizards' upcoming games.

Phoenix Suns Struggle Against the Spread, Vegas Predicts Inflated Number in Game Against Washington Wizards

The Phoenix Suns have struggled this season with the worst against the spread record in the league, currently sitting at 13-25-1. In the upcoming game against the Washington Wizards, Vegas is aware that casual bettors may be inclined to bet on star players Durant and Booker, potentially leading to an inflated number. Given that the Wizards are ranked as the worst team in the league, there is a possibility that they will receive more points than warranted on the spread. Despite ongoing lineup adjustments by the Suns coaching staff, including bringing players like Beal and Grayson Allen off the bench, they have yet to find the right combination for success. Facing a young and energetic Wizards team, led by standout rookie Alexandre Starr, Washington is poised to keep the game competitive. It is advised to take Washington to cover in this matchup.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Suns vs Wizards archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Suns vs Wizards matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Phoenix Suns-500 → -660Moved
  • Moneyline · Washington Wizards+380 → +475Moved
  • Spread · Phoenix Suns-11.5 (-110) → -11.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Washington Wizards+11.5 (-110) → +11.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over234 (-110) → 231.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under234 (-110) → 231.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Phoenix Suns
1-2 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Washington Wizards
2-2 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-16T03:30:32.271Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Phoenix Suns are currently on the outskirts of playoff contention but are within reach of a postseason spot. Led by top scorer Devin Booker, who has been on a hot streak recently, the Suns have shown improvement with wins in three of their last four games. Despite their ranking of 25 in power rankings, the Suns have strong offensive statistics, hitting a high percentage of their shots and free throws. Defensively, they are average in field goal and three-point defense but have room for improvement in rebounding. With key players like Jusuf Nurkic facing injury concerns, the Suns will need to continue their strong performances to secure a playoff spot. If you need help with NBA predictions, our NBA Cappers are available to assist you.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Phoenix Suns defeated Washington Wizards 130-123

Phoenix Suns defeated Washington Wizards 130-123 on January 16, 2025, a 7-point decision in the series. Phoenix Suns' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 34-21. Against SportsJaw's recorded Phoenix Suns -11.5 (-110) spread, Washington Wizards covered, while the 253 combined points finished over the recorded total of 231.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • VegaspatSpread · Washington Wizards -11.5 (-110)Win
  • DocthizzTotal · Over 232.5 (-110)Win
  • MackintoshSpread · Phoenix Suns -10.5 (-110)Loss
  • GeauxtigersSpread · Washington Wizards +10.5 (-110)Win
  • DoclocksTotal · Under 232.5 (-110)Loss
  • Sammy52Total · Over 232 (-110)Win
  • SwamipicksSpread · Washington Wizards +10.5 (-110)Win
  • EXCELent Sports PicksSpread · Washington Wizards +11.5 (-110)Win
  • Mr_BiggsMoneyline · Phoenix Suns -650Win
  • AveragejoeTotal · Over 231.5 (-110)Win
  • JaredkuntzSpread · Washington Wizards +11.5 (-110)Win