Matchup: Phoenix Suns vs Philadelphia 76ers
Date: Monday, January 6, 2025
Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA
Broadcast: NBC Sports Philadelphia
The Phoenix Suns (15-17) are set to visit the Wells Fargo Center on Monday to take on the Philadelphia 76ers (13-19).
In their most recent game, the Suns faced off against the Grizzlies but fell short, losing with a final score of 117-112. The Suns committed 13 fouls, while the Grizzlies recorded 18. From beyond the arc, Phoenix managed to hit 15 out of 44 attempts. Memphis, on the other hand, succeeded in 22 of their 33 free throw attempts, achieving a 66.7% success rate. Memphis also pulled down 41 rebounds (10 offensive, 31 defensive) and made 2 blocks. They recorded 21 assists and 3 steals in the match. Defensively, Phoenix allowed Memphis a field goal percentage of 42.6%, with their opponents hitting 40 out of 94 attempts. The Suns managed 25 assists, forced 24 turnovers, and grabbed 16 steals. They secured 58 rebounds, including 15 offensive boards. From the free throw line, Phoenix converted 19 of 25 shots, yielding a 76.0% success rate. Overall, the Suns achieved a 45.7% shooting percentage (42 of 92) and converted 9 of 30 three-point attempts.
Kevin Durant was a standout performer in this game, shooting 57.9% from the field, dishing out 6 assists, and totaling 10 rebounds in 39 minutes on the court, finishing with 29 points on 11 of 19 shooting.
For the season, the Suns hold a record of 15-17. They average 14.2 turnovers per game and commit 18.1 fouls per contest. Collectively, the Suns grab 42.8 rebounds per game and have tallied 860 assists this season, ranking 15th in the NBA for team assists. The Suns have an impressive 37.6% success rate from three-point range (458 of 1,219) and convert 79.4% of their free throw attempts. They average 112.2 points per game, which ranks 15th in the league, while shooting 46.7% from the floor.
On the defensive end, Phoenix forces opponents into 13.0 turnovers per game and draws 19.6 personal fouls. They rank 13th in the league in assists allowed, having given up 856 assists this season. The Suns’ defense concedes a field goal percentage of 46.8% (1,332 of 2,844) and allows 44.0 boards per game, while their opponents make 36.6% of their three-point shots. They are currently 18th in the league for opponents’ points per game (114.0).
In their previous match, the 76ers suffered a defeat at the hands of the Warriors, losing 139-105. Philadelphia managed 34 defensive rebounds and 8 offensive boards, accumulating 42 total rebounds in the game. They committed 14 turnovers and recorded 6 steals. The Warriors fouled the 76ers 21 times, allowing them 34 free throw attempts from which they converted 28, yielding an 82.4% free throw percentage. From beyond the arc, Philadelphia converted just 9 of 31 attempts (29.0%). Overall, the 76ers shot 34 for 81 from the field, giving them an efficiency of 42.0%. In stark contrast, the Warriors found their rhythm, shooting 60.9% (53 of 87) and 56.4% from three-point territory (22 of 39), while also impressively converting 11 of 15 from the free throw line (73.3%). The 76ers allowed Golden State to gather 43 rebounds, including 15 on the offensive end.
Joel Embiid played a pivotal role for the 76ers, scoring 28 points in 31 minutes of action, along with 2 assists and 14 rebounds, showcasing his capability with an effort that saw him convert 8 of 19 field goal attempts for a 42.1% shooting percentage.
This season, the Philadelphia 76ers stand with a record of 13-19. They commit an average of 20.3 personal fouls per game and achieve an 78.3% conversion rate at the free-throw line. Their assist average is currently at 21.7 per game, ranking them last in the league, while they average 14.3 turnovers per game. Overall, the 76ers have scored a total of 3,429 points, averaging 107.2 points per game, and they grab 39.6 rebounds per contest. Philadelphia shoots 44.7% from the floor, which places them 25th in the league.
The 76ers’ defense allows opponents to shoot 35.9% from three-point range (426 of 1,186), and their opponents convert 80.7% of their free throws. They allow 26.3 assists and 43.8 rebounds per game, ranking 18th and 13th respectively in the league. Philadelphia’s defense is 12th in the NBA, allowing 111.3 points per game, while they force 17.3 turnovers and allow opponents a 48.2% shooting percentage (27th in the league).
Free Prediction: Bet on Phoenix (+3.5)
