The Phoenix Suns visit the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center on December 10, 2025. This game will be broadcasted on Amaz at 7:30 PM. The Suns have a record of 14-10 and are currently ranked 7th in the Western Conference.
Meanwhile, the Thunder have an impressive 23-1 record, leading the Western Conference. They have not lost at home this season. Both teams met earlier on November 28, with the Thunder winning 123-119.
Phoenix Suns Team Preview
The Phoenix Suns have shown mixed performances in their recent games. They recently secured a narrow win against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a score of 108-105. In that game, Mark Williams stood out with 22 points and 7 rebounds.
During the game against the Houston Rockets, the Suns struggled, losing 98-117. Dillon Brooks was the top scorer with 23 points, but the team’s shooting percentage was only 39%. This loss highlighted their need for better defense and consistency.
The Suns will need to keep an eye on their top players. Devin Booker is questionable with a groin strain, and Jalen Green is out with a hamstring injury. With players like Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams, they still have a strong lineup to compete in upcoming games.
Oklahoma City Thunder Team Preview
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been on a good run recently. They won their last three games against the Utah Jazz, Dallas Mavericks, and Golden State Warriors. Their latest victory came against the Jazz with a score of 131-101.
Offensively, the Thunder are doing well this season. They score 123.0 points per game, which ranks second in the league. Their field goal percentage is 49.7, placing them third overall.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the Thunder with 32.8 points per game. Chet Holmgren contributes with 18.6 points and 8.1 rebounds. Jalen Williams adds 17.8 points and 6.4 assists per game.
Betting Prediction
The Thunder are favored by 14.5 points against the Suns. The Thunder average 123.0 points per game, which ranks second in the league. The Suns allow 113.5 points per game, ranking them eighth in defense. The Thunder’s high-scoring offense and the Suns’ decent defense suggest the game could be close.
The Thunder’s defense is the best in the league, allowing only 106.9 points per game. The Suns score an average of 115.9 points per game, which is not enough to challenge the Thunder’s strong defense. The Thunder’s ability to restrict scoring opportunities makes it likely they will cover the spread.
The Suns struggle with free throws, making only 17.0 per game, ranking 27th. The Thunder are ranked second in free throw percentage, which is a key area where they excel. This could give the Thunder an advantage, making them more likely to cover the spread of 14.5 points.
- Pick: Thunder -14.5
