The Los Angeles Clippers will visit the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Thursday, November 6, 2025. The game will start at 9:00 PM and be shown on AZFa. The Clippers come in with a record of 3-4, while the Suns hold a 3-5 record early in the season.
Both teams are looking to improve in the Western Conference standings. Tyronn Lue leads the Clippers, who are on a two-game losing streak. Jordan Ott coaches the Suns, who have lost four of their last five games. Fans can expect an interesting game as both teams aim to find their rhythm.
Clippers Preview – Struggling Without Stars
The Los Angeles Clippers are facing a tough time with key players out. James Harden and Kawhi Leonard are both unavailable. The team lost their last two games against the Thunder and Heat.
James Harden has been the team’s top scorer with 23.3 points per game. Kawhi Leonard follows closely with an average of 24.3 points. Their absence is significant for the Clippers.
Ivica Zubac will need to step up as he averages 13.1 points and 9.7 rebounds per game. Derrick Jones Jr. is expected to contribute more with 11.4 points per game. The Clippers will rely on them to fill the gap left by their absent stars.
Suns Preview – Strong Offense But Leaky Defense
The Phoenix Suns have had a mixed start to their recent games. They recently lost to the Golden State Warriors by 11 points, scoring 107 points with a field goal percentage of 44%. However, they secured a 12-point win against the San Antonio Spurs, scoring 130 points with an impressive field goal percentage of 58.2%.
Devin Booker has been a standout player for the Suns. He scored 38 points in their recent loss to the Warriors and 36 points in a win over the Utah Jazz. His average of 31 points per game shows his importance to the team.
The Suns’ offense ranks 15th in points per game, scoring 116.9 points on average. They have a strong three-point game, making 15.9 three-pointers per game, which ranks 4th. However, their defense is struggling, allowing 120.2 points per game, which ranks 24th in the league.
Betting Prediction
The Phoenix Suns have a stronger offense compared to the Clippers. They average 116.9 points per game, which ranks 15th. This is higher than the Clippers, who score 111.7 points per game and rank 27th.
The Clippers struggle to defend against three-pointers. They allow 15.6 three-pointers made per game, which ranks 28th. The Suns make 15.9 three-pointers per game, ranking 4th, making them likely to exploit this weakness.
The Clippers’ offense is slower-paced with fewer possessions. They have 96.1 possessions per game, ranking 29th. In contrast, the Suns play at a faster pace with 101.3 possessions per game, ranking 13th, which can help them control the game’s tempo.
- Pick: Suns -2.5
