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Phoenix Suns Look to Even Series Against Portland Trailblazers After Recent Loss: Betting Favorite at -5

The Phoenix Suns will face the Portland Trailblazers at the Moda Center for the second time in three days, with Phoenix looking to even up the series after a recent loss. The Suns are coming off a 127-108 defeat as 4.5-point favorites. They hold a 6-4 record in their last 10 games against Portland, who currently lead the four-game series 2-1. Phoenix is the betting favorite at -5, with no movement in the line as of now. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Phoenix vs. Portland matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Suns -162 | Trail Blazers +136
• Spread: Suns -5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 231 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Phoenix will win straight-up is 62%.

Phoenix vs Portland Stats

Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns experienced a blowout loss to the Trailblazers after a recent win over Golden State. They will aim to bounce back and even up their season series in their upcoming game on Monday. In their last game, the Suns scored 108 points, with Devin Booker leading the team with 37 points. Phoenix has struggled defensively, giving up 113.8 points per game on average.

Currently ranked 26th in power rankings, the Suns are 14th in offense and 19th in defense, averaging 112.96 points scored and allowing 113.77 points against them per game. They have a record of 25-23 this season. Offensively, the Suns shoot well from the field, ranking 9th in field goal percentage and 5th in three-point percentage. Defensively, they rank 13th in opponent field goal percentage and 16th in opponent three-point percentage. The Suns will need a strong defensive performance to secure a win in their next game.

Portland Trail Blazers Analysis

The Portland Trail Blazers recently bounced back from a loss to Oklahoma City with impressive wins over Milwaukee, Orlando, and Phoenix, covering the spread for their eighth consecutive game. They will look to continue their momentum and secure their fifth straight win in their upcoming game. Portland averages 108.8 points per game and their last game saw them score 127 points while making 51.7 percent of their field goals and 29 percent of their three-pointers. Deandre Ayton led the team with 24 points and seven rebounds, Jerami Grant added 20 points and three assists, and Toumani Camara contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds. Despite their offensive prowess, Portland struggles defensively, giving up an average of 114.6 points per game. They will need a strong defensive effort in their next game to secure a win. Robert Williams is questionable to play. Portland currently holds a power ranking of 27, ranking 26th in offense and 20th in defense. They have a record of 20-29 and 28-21 against the spread.Phoenix has gone 1-2 in their last three matchups against Portland.Offensively, Portland ranks 23rd in field goal percentage, 24th in free throw percentage, and 28th in three-point percentage. They average 43.47 rebounds, 23.18 offensive assists, and 15.22 turnovers per game. Defensively, the Trail Blazers allow opponents to shoot 47.25 percent from the field, 79.68 percent from the free-throw line, and 36.76 percent from three-point range. They average 44.27 defensive rebounds, 26.33 defensive assists, and 13.96 turnovers per game.

Portland Trailblazers Dominate at Home, Favored Over Phoenix Suns in Next Matchup

The Portland Trailblazers have demonstrated strong performance in their recent home games, winning four out of their last five matchups. In contrast, the Phoenix Suns have experienced mixed results on the road, splitting their last four games. Portland's advantage lies in their impressive shooting accuracy, with a shooting percentage of over 51% in their last three games compared to the Suns' 47% on the road. Additionally, the Trailblazers have excelled in free throw shooting, making over 82% of their attempts. Their rebounding efforts, particularly their ability to secure more than 12 offensive rebounds per game at home, provide them with increased scoring opportunities. By minimizing turnovers and tightening their defense, Portland is poised to outperform Phoenix, especially considering the Suns' defensive weaknesses on the road where they are averaging over 115 points against per game. It is recommended to favor Portland in covering the spread.

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