The Phoenix Suns (20-15) visit the Washington Wizards (14-21) at Capital One Arena, beginning at 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. The Wizards are only 2.5-point underdogs in the game. The over/under is 220 points for the outing.
How to bet Suns vs. Wizards
Phoenix Suns vs. Washington Wizards Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 2.5 points, with oddsmakers listing the Suns as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, the Suns have -142 odds to pick up the win, while the Wizards are listed at +121 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 220 points.
Suns vs. Wizards Game Time and How to Watch
- Game Day: Wednesday, December 28, 2022
- Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: NBC
- Location: Washington D.C.
- Arena: Capital One Arena
Suns vs. Wizards Betting Trends
Against the spread, the Suns are 19-16-0 this season. Phoenix has won 16, or 61.5%, of the 26 contests in which it was the favorite this year. The Suns have gone over the point total in 48.6% of their opportunities this year (17 times in 35 games with a set point total).
The Wizards have played 35 games, with 14 wins against the spread. Washington has won seven of the 23 games it was the underdog on the moneyline this season (30.4%). The Wizards have gone over the point total 48.6% of the time this year (17 of 35 games with a set point total).
Potential Starting Lineups and Key Players
Suns
Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deandre Ayton | 31 | 17.7 | 9.7 | 1.9 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.2 |
Mikal Bridges | 35 | 15.5 | 4.6 | 3 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 1.8 |
Chris Paul | 21 | 12.3 | 4.4 | 9 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 1.5 |
Damion Lee | 35 | 8.6 | 3.5 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 1.9 |
Torrey Craig | 32 | 8.4 | 5.3 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 1.4 |
Wizards
Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bradley Beal | 23 | 23.5 | 3.6 | 5.2 | 1 | 0.6 | 1.6 |
Kristaps Porzingis | 31 | 21.9 | 9 | 2.5 | 1 | 1.5 | 1.8 |
Kyle Kuzma | 34 | 21.6 | 7.6 | 3.5 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 2.6 |
Rui Hachimura | 19 | 11.9 | 4.7 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
Monte Morris | 30 | 9.8 | 3.3 | 5.1 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 1.3 |
Suns: Landry Shamet: Out (Achilles), Devin Booker: Out (Groin), Cameron Payne: Out (Foot), Cameron Johnson: Out (Knee), Jae Crowder: Out (Not Injury Related)
Wizards: Deni Avdija: Probable (Back)
What you need to know about the Phoenix Suns
So far this season, Phoenix is averaging 115.7 points per game (ninth-ranked in NBA) and allowing 111.5 points per contest (ninth-ranked). Offensively the Suns have performed better in home games this season, putting up 116 points per game, compared to 115.4 per game when playing on the road. The Suns’ offense has been incredibly consistent recently, averaging the same 115.7 points per game over their last 10 games as they have the entire 2022-23 season.
With a 38.3% three-point percentage this season, Phoenix ranks fourth-best in the NBA. It ranks sixth in the league by sinking 13.3 threes per contest. The Suns have taken 62% two-pointers and 38% from three-point land this season. Of the team’s buckets, 69.1% are two-pointers and 30.9% are three-pointers.
What you need to know about the Washington Wizards
At 111.3 points scored per game and 113.6 points conceded, Washington is 22nd in the league offensively and 15th defensively. At home the Wizards are scoring 111.8 points per game, 0.9 more than they are averaging away (110.9). The Wizards are scoring 112.2 points per contest over their last 10 games, compared to their season average of 111.3.
Washington is 24th in the NBA in 3-pointers made (11 per game) and 20th in 3-point percentage (34.5%). The Wizards take 63.4% percent of their shots from inside the 3-point line, and 36.6% percent from beyond it. In terms of makes, 73.6% of the Wizards’ buckets are 2-pointers, and 26.4% are 3-pointers.
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