Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns 5/7/2023 Predictions, Free Picks and Odds
West Semifinals – Game 4, DEN leads series 2-1
The Nuggets hope to recover from a Game 3 defeat when they take on the Suns on Sunday in Phoenix. Denver holds a 2-1 advantage in the Western Conference semifinals, but Phoenix proved its toughness by winning 121-114 on Friday without their star point guard Chris Paul. Jamal Murray scored 32 points for the Nuggets, but they had trouble with their shooting and ball handling. Denver is led by MVP candidate Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 27.7 points, 13.9 rebounds and 7.9 assists per game in the playoffs. Jamal Murray is his main partner with 26.1 points per game, and four other Nuggets are scoring in double figures. Denver has a powerful offense that averages 113.3 ppg.
The Nuggets shot 44 percent from the field and 10 of 30 from the 3-point line as they scored 36 points in the third quarter to erase an early 16-point deficit, but they fell short in the fourth quarter as they could not stop the Suns’ duo of Booker and Durant.
- Denver is 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division.
- The total went OVER in 8 of Denver’s last 12 games played in May.
- The total stayed UNDER in 5 of Denver’s last 5 games played on a Sunday.
Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns 5/7/2023 Predictions, Free Picks and Odds
Phoenix aims to tie the series at home with another stellar performance from Devin Booker, who scored 47 points in Game 3. Kevin Durant also contributed with 39 points as the Suns overcame the absence of Chris Paul, who is suffering from a shoulder injury. Phoenix was outrebounded by Denver, but compensated for it with fewer turnovers.
Devin Booker is the leading scorer for Phoenix with 36.6 points per game, while Deandre Ayton is the leading rebounder with 10.1 boards per game. Chris Paul is the leading passer with 7.4 assists per game, but his availability for Game 4 is unclear. Kevin Durant is the second scoring threat with 28.6 points per game. Phoenix has a balanced offense that averages 114.9 points per game.
- The Suns are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the Northwest Division.
- The Phoenix Suns are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games played in May.
- Phoenix are 14-6 ATS in their last 20 games played on a Sunday when playing at home.
Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns. The NBA Pick for this contest is Phoenix Suns. Phoenix has struggled to maintain its form as the Suns have failed to beat the spread in five of their last six games after a straight up win. Phoenix has also failed to beat the spread in five of their last six games against Denver. Phoenix put on a show at home on Friday with Devin Booker and Kevin Durant combining for 86 points, but Denver will slow them down on Sunday, while Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr will rise to the occasion for the Nuggets. Prediction: The Denver Nuggets win and cover ATS 117-114.
NBA Starting Time: 8:00 PM ET
Location: Footprint Center in Phoenix, AZ
Date: Sunday, May 7, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds/Point Spread: Phoenix Suns -2.5
NBA Totals: 227.5
