Portland Trail Blazers at Phoenix Suns Pick & Prediction – 11/2/2024

• Date: November 2, 2024
• Venue: Footprint Center

Betting Odds

Portland Trail Blazers vs Phoenix Suns Win Probabilities

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Portland Trail Blazers vs Phoenix Suns Betting Preview

Saturday night brings an intriguing matchup as the Portland Trail Blazers (2-4) face off against the Phoenix Suns (4-1) at the Footprint Center, with tip-off set for 10:00 PM ET. The Suns are currently riding high on a three-game winning streak, while the Trail Blazers have struggled recently, dropping three of their last five contests.

The odds heavily favor Phoenix, with a spread of -12.5 and a moneyline of -800, translating to an implied win probability of 86%. Conversely, Portland's moneyline sits at +580, giving them a mere 14% chance of pulling off an upset. This disparity is further amplified by the fact that the Trail Blazers are on the second night of a back-to-back, having lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 137-114 just last night. The lack of rest could be a significant disadvantage for Portland.

Phoenix, on the other hand, enters the game with momentum, having recently defeated the LA Clippers 125-119. The Suns boast a strong home-court advantage, making them massive favorites in this contest.

For those eyeing player props, Devin Booker's performance is drawing considerable attention. His points and assists market has been particularly popular, with sharp bettors pushing the line from Over 31.5 (-125) to 32.5 (-105). This suggests confidence in Booker's ability to deliver a standout performance against a weary Trail Blazers squad.

As the Trail Blazers look to overcome the odds, the Suns aim to continue their winning ways. With Phoenix's recent form and Portland's fatigue factor, the scales seem tilted in favor of the Suns. Nonetheless, the Trail Blazers will hope to defy expectations and secure a much-needed victory.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Phoenix Suns Prediction

Final Score: Portland Trail Blazers 110.17 vs Phoenix Suns 114.04

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