The Golden State Warriors visit the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center on December 18, 2025. The game tips off at 9:00 PM and will be broadcast on NBCS. The Warriors hold a record of 13-14 this season, while the Suns are 14-12. Both teams belong to the Western Conference and are part of the Pacific Division.
Golden State is led by head coach Steve Kerr. The Warriors are currently eighth in the Western Conference standings. Meanwhile, the Suns, coached by Jordan Ott, are seventh in the conference. Both teams are looking to end their two-game losing streaks. This game provides each team an opportunity to improve their standings early in the season.
Golden State Warriors Team Preview
The Golden State Warriors have had a tough recent run, losing two of their last three games. They fell to the Portland Trail Blazers by 5 points, scoring 131 with a field goal percentage of 50.6%. Stephen Curry led with 48 points, shooting 61.5% from the field in that game.
In their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Warriors lost by 7 points, scoring 120. Despite the loss, Curry again stood out with 39 points and a 50% shooting rate. Jimmy Butler III also contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds.
The Warriors secured a win against the Chicago Bulls, leading by a large 32-point margin. They scored 123 points and shot 50% from the field. Brandin Podziemski was a key player with 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists in that game.
Phoenix Suns Team Preview
The Phoenix Suns have shown mixed results in their recent games. They experienced a narrow loss at home to the Los Angeles Lakers, 116-114. Devin Booker was a key player in that game, contributing 27 points and 7 assists.
In terms of season stats, the Suns average 114.8 points per game, ranking them 20th in the league. They attempt 39.2 three-pointers per game and make 14.3 of them, placing them 7th in three-pointers made. Defensively, the team allows 114.5 points per game, which is 9th in the league.
Key players for the Suns include Devin Booker, who averages 25.1 points and 6.7 assists per game. Mark Williams contributes with 13.3 points and 8.3 rebounds on average. Grayson Allen, though questionable with a knee injury, adds 16.3 points per game when healthy.
Betting Prediction
The Golden State Warriors have the edge in this game. They are favored by 3 points and have a strong defensive record. They allow just 113.2 points per game, which ranks them sixth in the league.
The Warriors excel in three-point shooting, making 16.2 per game. This ranks them first in the league. The Suns, while good at defending threes, will have a hard time keeping up with the Warriors’ shooting.
The Suns score 114.8 points per game, slightly more than the Warriors. However, the Warriors’ defense might limit the Suns’ scoring. The Warriors are also strong at defending three-pointers, making it tough for the Suns to capitalize on their shooting.
- Pick: Warriors -3.0
