Washington Wizards vs Phoenix Suns NBA Predictions Picks and Odds 01/16/25

On Thursday(01/16), the Washington Wizards(6-32) will clash against the Phoenix Suns(19-20) in an NBA Regular-Season match. The Wizards are the last in the Eastern Conference whereas Phoenix Suns are 11th in the West. Know about the analysis and the predictions related to this inter-Conference affair.

Where to watch Washington Wizards vs Phoenix Suns

When and where can you catch this exciting NBA game? Here is information about the list of broadcasters.

Date: 01/16
Time: 4:00 PM (PT)
Location: Capitol One Arena (Washington D.C.)
Where to watch: The match is available via the NBA League Pass.

Washington Wizards vs Phoenix Suns Preview

The Wizards are the worst team in the league

The Wizards come into this match after losing by 14 points against the Timberwolves despite a 22-point outing by Kyle Kuzma. They have now lost seven games in a row, having already stacked a 16-game losing streak earlier in the season. The Wizards have been miserable on both ends of the floor and their fans are enduring yet another terrible season. While they have pinned their hopes on the loaded 2025 Draft, the team needs an overhaul before losing becomes a habit.

The Suns have been disappointing

The Suns enter the contest after a 5-point loss against the Atlanta Hawks despite a 35-point outburst by Devin Booker. Such losses have sullied any momentum the team has generated as it broke a 3-game winning streak. They have been struggling since the second week of November and have lost 18 out of the 27 games, which has thrown them even out of the playoffs race. It’s clear that they need to make some moves, and perhaps, land a strong big man to improve their rebounding(25th in rebounds per game) and defense.

Washington Wizards vs. Phoenix Suns Prediction

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Washington Wizards vs Phoenix Suns: Stats

Washington Wizards Recent Games:

Lost 106-120 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Lost 95-136 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Lost 105-138 against the Chicago Bulls.

Key stats:

The Wizards have conceded 120 or more points in five of the last seven games.
Cade Cunningham has scored 32 or more points in four of the last six games.
Jordan Poole has nailed four or more three-pointers in seven of the last nine games.

Phoenix Suns’s latest games:

Lost 117-122 against the Atlanta Hawks.
Won 120-113 against the Charlotte Hornets.
Won 114-106 against the Utah Jazz.

Key stats:

The Phoenix Suns have scored 114 points or more in four straight games.
Devin Booker has scored 30 points in four of the last five games.
Kevin Durant has dished 5 or more assists in four straight games.

Washington Wizards vs Phoenix Suns– Final Prediction and Additional Information

The Wizards have been struggling to even get within the 10 points on their opponents. Thus, they have suffered blowouts most frequently. Meanwhile, while the Suns aren’t the most convincing squad, they should take care of business here. Expect them to score past 125 points, whereas the Wizards to lose by around 20 points.

Devin Booker is likely to continue his 30+ points streak whereas Jordan Poole can likely score 20+ points here.

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Shubham Singh

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!