The Phoenix Suns look to rebound from a circus like atmosphere as their club struggles to win after firing their coach and trading away Shawn Marion, while the LA Clippers have won three of four after a seven game losing streak. The Phoenix Suns (28-23) host the LA Clippers (13-40) tonight for some slammin NBA action. NBA oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com have the Suns as -7 ½ point home favs over the Clippers with the over/under set at 221 ½ points. Get your Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers NBA Prediction in now at Sportsbook.com
The Clippers went two for seven on their most recent road trip before heading home to beat the Knicks 128-124 OT. Their top producers on the night were Eric Gordon with 30pts, while Zach Randolph had 22pts and 15 rebounds and Al Thornton chipped in with 20pts. Marcus Camby is listed as questionable tonight due to a migraine. The Clippers are 7-20 SU on the road where they average 96.9 ppg and give up an average103.8 ppg. They are 2-3 SU in their last five road games were they’ve averaged 102.2 ppg and given up an average 108 ppg. The Clippers had dropped 21 of their previous 23 games, but they're getting healthier after Zach Randolph, Baron Davis and Marcus Camby all missed time with injuries. Randolph has averaged 25.5 points and 11.0 rebounds in four games since rejoining the starting lineup. Los Angeles was without Randolph and Davis for both of its January losses to the Suns, including a 106-98 defeat at Phoenix on Jan. 2. The Clippers are 22-31 ATS overall, 13-14 ATS on the road and 18-9 over/under on the road.
The Suns have dropped two straight on the road after losing to Philly and most recently Cleveland 92-109. Amare Stoudamire was top scorer with 27pts, while Grant Hill had 14pts and big man Shaq finished with a low 11pts and five rebounds. The Suns are 14-10 at home where they average 106.5 ppg and give up an average102.8 ppg. They are 2-3 SU in their last five home games were they’ve averaged 112.4 ppg and given up an average105.4 ppg. Jason Richardson has been arrested and charged with reckless driving, excessive speeding and failure to use a child seat on Sunday. He was also suspected of driving under the influence in December. He’s suspended for tonight’s tilt. Meanwhile, another trade could be looming, with rumors flying that top scorer Amare Stoudemire could be on the way out before Thursday's trade deadline. The Suns are 17-31-2 ATS overall, 7-16 ATS at home and 12-12 over/under at home.
Recent Trends to Consider:
- Clippers are 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.
- Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.
- Over is 12-5-1 in the last 18 meetings in Phoenix.
- Underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.
Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers NBA Prediction
When: Tue, Feb 17, 2009 9:00 PM ET
Line: Sportsbook.com
Pick: Clippers +7 ½
Point-Spreads.com Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers NBA Prediction
The Bottom Line: The Suns will get the win, but the Clippers will be rejuvenated with the return of their injured players. Go Clippers! Get your Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers NBA Prediction in now at Sportsbook.com and receive a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit!
