LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 27, 2024

The LA Clippers hit the road to face the Phoenix Suns on Monday for their third encounter of the 2024-25 NBA season. The Suns are 2-0 against the Clippers in their season series.

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LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns game details and odds

The Clippers-Suns matchup is scheduled to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET on Monday at Footprint Center in Phoenix.

The game will be broadcast nationally on NBA TV and locally on AZFamily and KTLA. Fans can also stream the game live on FuboTV or via NBA League Pass.

Moneyline: Clippers (-115) vs Suns (+102)

Spread: Clippers (-1.5) vs Suns (+1.5)

Total (O/U): -110 (o223.5) / -110 (u223.5)

Note: The odds could change before tipoff.

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LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Preview

The LA Clippers are sixth in the Western Conference with a 26-19 record and have won six of their last 10 games. They are riding a two-game winning streak after beating the Milwaukee Bucks 127-117 at home on Saturday. James Harden dropped 40 points to lead the Clippers' victory charge, along with five rebounds, nine assists and a steal.

Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are eighth in the West with a 23-21 record and have won seven of their last 10 outings. They are riding a two-game winning streak after their 119-109 road win against the Washington Wizards on Saturday.

Nick Richards led the Suns to victory with a double-double of 20 points, 19 rebounds, an assist and a block, while Kevin Durant led their scoring with 29 points.

The Clippers have Cam Christie, Kris Dun, Jordan Miller and P.J. Tucker listed as out for the upcoming matchup. They will likely use a starting lineup of James Harden (PG), Norman Powell (SG), Kawhi Leonard (SF), Derrick Jones (PF) and Ivica Zubac (C).

Meanwhile, the Suns will be without Ryan Dunn and are expected to deploy a starting lineup of Tyus Jones (PG), Devin Booker (SG), Bradley Beal (SF), Kevin Durant (PF) and Nick Richards (C).

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LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Betting Tips

James Harden is expected to record over 20.5 points. He's coming off a 40-point outing and averaging 21.7 points this season. Harden recorded over the line against the Suns in both matchups in November.

Meanwhile, Kevin Durant could record under 4.5 assists. He's averaging 4.1 assists and didn't cross the line in both previous matchups against the Clippers this season. Durant hasn't recorded over the line in his previous three outings.

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LA Clippers vs Phoenix Suns Prediction

The contest is expected to be a tight battle between the two Western Conference teams, with the Suns slightly favored to clinch the win, given their record against the Clippers this season.