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NBA: Los Angeles Clippers (50-28) at Phoenix Suns (46-32)
By Sam Batz
When: Tuesday, April 9th at 10:00 PM EST
Where: Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ
Watch On: KTLA & AZFamily
Matchup: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Phoenix Suns
The LA Clippers will take on the Phoenix Suns this Tuesday for an end-of-season matchup that could determine the fate of the postseason. The Clippers are 4th in the West at 50-28 (64.1%) while the Suns are 6th in the West at 46-32 (59%), 4-games back from LA. The top-10 is set, as 5-teams from both conferences have officially been eliminated from playoff contention, but the postseason seeding remains up in the air for those who qualify. In the West it’s very close, with just 3-games serparting No. 6 from No. 10, and the Phoenix Suns just happen to be in the 6th spot. The Suns desperately need a win in order to widen the gap and avoid the play-in, while the Clippers could clinch a playoff berth with a win on Tuesday.
The regular season is winding down but the drama is at an all-time high, as the playoffs have basically begun. Below you’ll find all of our picks for the Clippers vs. Suns game, including stats, scores, and advice. We’ll help you navigate the odds and provide helpful betting tips for Tuesday’s matchup between the Clippers and Suns.
Clippers vs. Suns Odds
Team | Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
LA Clippers | +3.5 (-110) | Ov 225 (-110) | +120 |
Phoenix Suns | -3.5 (-110) | Un 225 (-110) | -142 |
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Clippers vs. Suns Betting Trends
LA Clippers
- 37-41 ATS
- 19-21 ATS on the road
- 36-40-2 O/U record
- 19-21 O/U record on the road
- 4-12 as UNDERDOGS
- 3-10 as UNDERDOGS on the road
Phoenix Suns
- 34-43-1 ATS
- 17-23 ATS at home
- 34-44 O/U record
- 17-23 O/U record at home
- 38-20 as FAVORITES
- 24-10 as FAVORITES at home
Clippers vs. Suns Matchup History
- Total Regular Season Games: 237
- LA Clippers: 100 wins
- Phoenix Suns: 137 wins
This Tuesday marks the 238th regular season matchup between the LA Clippers and the Phoenix Sun. The Clippers and Suns played their first game in 1970, back when the LA Clippers were known as the Buffalo Braves. In 1978 the Braves moved to San Diego, changing their name to the Clippers, then moved again 1983, landing in LA where they’ve been ever since. The Suns have always been in Phoenix, making them a staple of Arizona sports, yet despite making the playoffs 32 times in 56 seasons, and reaching the Finals 3-times, the Suns have never won a championship title, but neither have the LA Clippers. Phoenix leads the series 137-100 over LA, but the Clippers have won 4-straight games over the Suns, 3 of which were in Phoenix.
Clippers vs. Suns Stat Comparison
LA Clippers W3 (7-3) 116.1 112.4 49.1% 38.5% 42.6 12.2 118.6 (3rd) 114.9 (17th) 25-13 (65.8%) 25-15 (62.5%) | Stat Type Streak (L10) Points/Game Opponent Points/Game Field Goal % Three-Point % Rebounds/Game Turnovers/Game Offensive Rating Defensive Rating Home Record (Win-Rate) Away Record (Win-Rate) | Phoenix Suns L1 (7-3) 116.4 113.5 49.4% 38.3% 44.3 14.2 117.0 (9th) 114.0 (13th) 25-15 (62.5%) 21-17 (55.3%) |
Clippers vs. Suns Game Predictions
It’ll be a close game but the Clippers have had Phoenix’s number this season, so I’m going with the LA Clippers over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. The Clippers are 2-0 against the Suns, winning 131-122 and 138-111, which equates to an average win margin of 18-points. What’s more, the Clippers are red-hot while the Suns have lost their fire. Both teams went 7-3 in their last 10 games, but LA is on a 3-game win streak and Phoenix is coming off a demoralizing loss to the Pelicans. The Suns have faltered as of late, scoring less than 110 points in 5 of their last 7, while the Clippers defense has stepped up in recent weeks, holding opponents to 109.4 points over their last 5, while winning 6 of their last 7.
Here are my Clippers vs. Suns predictions:
- Moneyline Pick: LA Clippers (+120)
If you take the Clippers Moneyline (+120): You bet $100 to win $120, for a total payout of $220, if the Clippers win straight up.
- ATS Pick: LA Clippers (+3.5)
If you take the Clippers to Cover the +3.5 Spread (-110): You risk $110 to win $100, for a total payout of $210, if the Clippers wins the game, or losses by less than 4 points.
- O/U Pick: Over (225)
If you take the Over on 225 total points (-110): You risk $110 to win $100, for a total payout of $210, if the Clippers and Suns combine for more than 225 points.
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