In Los Angeles Clippers VS Phoenix Suns, the Clippers will host the Suns in this epic clash happening at Cyrpto.com Arena this afternoon.
The Suns managed to secure a road victory on Thursday night to begin a 2-1 series lead, although the Clippers proved they won’t be an easy opponent this series.
However, road teams have won the games between these sides this season, and if this pattern continues, Los Angeles will be in deep waters for game 5.
Today’s matchup will be one of the better games on the Saturday fixtures and one that must not be missed. Look to MatchPlug for NBA Predictions Tonight and analysis of Clippers VS Suns.
Predictions and Betting Preview For Los Angeles Clippers VS Phoenix Suns NBA Playoffs Game 4 Round 1
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
- Date: Saturday, April 22nd, 2023
- Time: 12:30 GMT
- Teams to play – Clippers and Suns
- NBA Expert Picks: SPREAD -7.5
Odds by BetMGM and 1XBet.
Betting On The Los Angeles Clippers
Season record: 44-38
- 1XBet Spread: +7.5
- 1XBet Moneyline: 3.9
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 226.5
- BetMGM Spread: +7.5
- BetMGM Moneyline: 3.60
- BetMGM Over/Under: Under 226.5
The Los Angeles Clippers are in a challenging position as they play at home for the second time in three days. Between the two successive losses and injuries, they are again struggling, heading in the wrong direction. Los Angeles hasn’t made any notable marks at home this season, and to add to that they still haven’t defeated the Phoenix Suns on their home court.
Missing two key players would be hard for any team, but coupled with the Clippers’ lack of depth, they are hurt even more. Paul George who injured his knee will be out and won’t come back till early May. Kawhi Leonard also with an injured knee missed Thursday’s game. Being put as questionable, Los Angeles can’t perform without the NBA’s best two-way players.
Leornard’s absence may determine how this game may go, but Los Angeles has witnessed some scorers step forward in the last few games. Russell Westbrook arrived at Thursday’s game and was efficient. Norma Powell was off a 42-point performance. Besides these two, the Clippers don’t have much scoring power, especially with an offense ranked low in the NBA; they’ll have problems facing one of the best defenses in the league.
Betting on the Phoenix Suns
Season Record: 45-37
- 1XBet Spread: -7.5
- 1XBet Moneyline: 1.384
- 1XBet Over/Under: Under 226.5
- BetMGM Spread: -7.5
- BetMGM Moneyline: Over 226.5
- BetMGM Over/Under: 1.30
The Phoenix Suns faced the Los Angeles Clippers which are missing some of their best players on Thursday but today, they won’t mind getting a win. Phoenix has a poor record, but this hasn’t stopped them from winning against Los Angeles in road games, with their win in Game 3 marking their 3rd win in three attempts in road games against the Clippers this campaign.
Securing another win and going 3 games to one as they make their way home, would give the Suns the confidence to make it to round 2 of game 4. With all their talented players intact, Phoenix has a high chance in today’s game, but after taking the Clippers for granted on Thursday, they need to do a complete 48 minutes.
The Suns had injury issues most of the season, but have gotten healthier recently. Kevin Durant’s recovery is an essential addition and the only player is injured in today’s game. Cam Payne with an injured back is questionable for playing this match, although his presence or absence shouldn’t alter the match.
Phoenix’s offensive members aren’t the best this season, but the injuries play a huge role in this. Now that all their players are complete, scoring hasn’t been a problem through the beginning of the season. Durant and Devin Booker have made the team unstoppable. This, plus Ayton’s strong balance and frontcourt presence, an experienced point guard in Paul, and Los Angeles have their work cut out for them.
Defensive-wise, the Suns have been one of the best units this season and playing the depthless Clippers, they just need to focus on stopping the Clippers from a three-point range.
MatchPlug Prediction
Los Angeles has too many questions for today’s game, especially about Leonard’s status, and the Phoenix may clinch another victory.
Powell’s team played well on Thursday, but the Suns will be more involved in today’s game, leaving Los Angeles looking for offensive options. Throw in Durant and Booker in the mix and Phoenix will extend their undefeated record.
Furthermore, the Suns are a 5-2 ATS the last 7 times these two teams met in Los Angeles.
Final Prediction: Phoenix Suns Spread.
