Thunder face Suns: NBA odds preview

Oklahoma City ThunderPhoenix Suns
46-15March 06, 2014, 09:00 | US Airways Center35-25


The Phoenix Suns host Oklahoma City on Thursday, looking to build on their 35-25 mark against the 46-15 Thunder in NBA action at US Airways Center.

(Note: follow us on Twitter for line updates and injuries news). The Suns currently sport a record of 35-25, and have posted a corresponding betting slate of 36-21-3 ATS. The Thunder are 46-15 and 34-26-1 ATS. Betting totals have seen the Suns post a 32-27-1 OVER/UNDER record this season, while the Thunder have gone 32-29 against the number.

View Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns Odds and Stats.

Phoenix opened as 5-point underdogs at online sportsbook Sportsbook, while the NBA total was sitting around 215.5 at Sportsbook for those who prefer OVER/UNDER betting.

The Power Rankings at Odds Shark have the No. 3-rated Thunder taking on the No. 4-rated Suns in this contest. Computer models indicate a possible 102-98 win for the Thunder on Thursday.



Phoenix was a 104-96 loser in its last match at home against the Clippers. They failed to cover the 4.5-point spread as underdogs, while the total score of 200 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window. P.J. Tucker scored 18 points in a failed effort to lead the Suns to victory (they lost 104-96 to Los Angeles at US Airways Center on Tuesday).

How They Match Up:
In rebounding, the battle of the boards features Phoenix's No. 13-rated squad against Oklahoma City's No. 7-rated roster. When it comes to long-range shooting, Phoenix rates No. 4 in the league with 9.3 per game, while their foes tonight rank No. 16 with 7.49 per outing.

Next up:
Oklahoma City at Los Angeles, Sunday, March 9th
Phoenix at Golden State, Sunday, March 9th
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