Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers 4/22/2023 Analysis, Picks and Tips
West 1st Round – Game 4, PHX leads series 2-1
The Phoenix Suns and the LA Clippers are set to face off in a Saturday afternoon NBA playoff showdown at the Crypto.com Arena. After dropping the series opener, the fourth-seeded Suns have bounced back with two consecutive wins in this best-of-seven matchup. In the most recent game, Phoenix secured a hard-fought 129-124 road victory, led by an impressive performance from guard Devin Booker, who scored a game-high 45 points on efficient shooting.
Despite missing key players such as All-Star Paul George and Kawhi Leonard in Game Three, the fifth-seeded LA Clippers have been formidable opponents. However, turnovers proved costly in their loss, despite strong individual performances from players like forward Norman Powell and guard Russell Westbrook. The Suns are averaging 120.7 points on 51.7 percent shooting and allowing 116 points on 47.3 percent FG shooting. SG Devin Booker is averaging 36.3 points and 5 assists while Kevin Durant is averaging 26.7 points and 7 rebounds. PF Torrey Craig is the third double-digit scorer and Center Deandre Ayton is grabbing 10.7 rebounds. Phoenix is shooting 37.1 percent from beyond the arc and 79.6 percent from the free throw line. The Phoenix Suns are allowing 37.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.7 rebounds per game.
- The Phoenix Suns are 9-3 SU in their last 12 games.
- The total went OVER in 9 of Phoenix’s last 10 games on the road.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of Phoenix’s last 5 games on the road against the LA Clippers.
Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers 4/22/2023 Analysis, Picks and Tips
Despite missing key players such as All-Star Paul George and Kawhi Leonard in Game Three, the fifth-seeded LA Clippers have been formidable opponents. However, turnovers proved costly in their loss, despite strong individual performances from players like forward Norman Powell and guard Russell Westbrook.
The Clippers will be looking to bounce back on their home court, where they had a solid regular season record. It promises to be an intriguing matchup between these two talented teams as they battle for a pivotal win in the series. The LA Clippers are averaging 116 points on 47.3 percent shooting and allowing 120.7 points on 51.4 percent shooting. SF Kawhi Leonard is averaging 34.5 points and 6.5 rebounds, while SG Norman Powell is averaging 22.7 points and 3 rebounds. PG Russell Westbrook is the third double-digit scorer and SG Eric Gordon is grabbing 1.7 rebounds. The Clippers are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 82.4 percent from the free throw line. The Los Angeles Clippers are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.3 rebounds per game.
- The total went OVER in 4 of the LA Clippers’ last 5 meetings with the Suns.
- The total hung OVER in 6 of the Clippers’ last 6 games at home.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of the LA Clippers’ last 5 games at home with Phoenix.
Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers. The NBA pick for this game is the Phoenix Suns. The Clippers had a setback in Game Three as their star forward Kawhi Leonard did not play due to a sprained knee. Leonard’s availability for the upcoming game is still uncertain, as he is listed as questionable. Despite his absence, the Clippers showed resilience and determination, proving that they are a formidable team with plenty of fight left in them. On the other hand, the Phoenix Suns successfully regained home court advantage in the series by securing a pivotal win in Game Three. However, the Clippers’ performance in the previous game demonstrated that they are capable of competing at a high level, regardless of who is on the court.
With the series evenly poised, the upcoming game promises to be an intense battle between the two teams. The Clippers will be eager to even the series with a victory on their home court, while the Suns will look to maintain their momentum. It’s expected to be a closely contested matchup with a high level of competitiveness. But the Suns are predicted to win 119-110.
Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers 4/22/2023 Analysis, Picks and Tips
NBA Starting Time: 3:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles, CA
Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: Phoenix Suns -7.5
NBA Totals: 225.5
