The NBA season is kicking off with the Phoenix Suns traveling to face the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center. The game is set for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM, and fans can catch the action on FDSS. The Suns come in with a 24-15 record, while the Heat stand at 20-19.
Phoenix is led by head coach Jordan Ott and sits 6th in the Western Conference. The Suns have won their last three games and hope to continue their streak. Miami, coached by Erik Spoelstra, ranks 8th in the Eastern Conference. The Heat are aiming to bounce back after a string of losses.
Phoenix Suns Team Preview
The Phoenix Suns have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They won against the Washington Wizards with a score of 112-93. Royce O’Neale scored 19 points and grabbed 7 rebounds in this game.
The Suns have shown strength in their three-point shooting this season. They make 14.4 three-pointers per game, which ranks 8th in the league. They hold opponents to 111.8 points per game, one of the best defensive records.
Devin Booker leads the team with an average of 25.3 points per game. Dillon Brooks also contributes with 21.2 points per game. The team will miss Jalen Green and Jamaree Bouyea due to injuries in their upcoming games.
Miami Heat Team Preview
The Miami Heat recently faced challenges on the road. They lost their last three games, with the most recent being a 124-112 loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder. In that game, Andrew Wiggins led the team with 23 points, while Davion Mitchell provided 10 assists.
Offensively, the Heat rank high in possessions and field goal attempts per game. They are first in both categories, with 104.1 possessions and 93.1 field goal attempts. However, their field goal percentage ranks 17th, and they allow many points, ranking 22nd in points per game allowed.
Norman Powell is uncertain to play due to low back soreness. He has been a key player, averaging 23.8 points per game. Tyler Herro is also crucial, averaging 21.8 points and a high free throw percentage of 91.4% this season.
Betting Prediction
The Suns allow only 111.8 points per game, ranking 5th in the league. The Heat, on the other hand, score 119.4 points per game, placing them 6th. The Suns’ strong defense might slow down the Heat’s fast-paced offense.
The Heat play the fastest game in the league with 104.1 possessions per game. This could lead to more scoring opportunities against the Suns. However, the Suns rank 3rd in field goal attempts allowed, which might limit the Heat’s scoring chances.
Both teams have decent shooting percentages from beyond the arc. The Suns make 14.4 three-pointers per game, while the Heat make 13.0. Since both teams defend the three-point line well, the game might see fewer successful long-range shots.
- Pick: Under 230.5 (-110)
