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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game Preview & Free Pick ATS

By Cliff Knox
Date: 16/02/2023 10:00 pm
Location: Footprint Center
TV: NBA

Betting Odds



Point Spread: LAC +1/Pho -1
Total: 221.5

Game Information:

The Santa Clara Broncos will face off against the BYU Cougars on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at Marriott Center in Provo, UT. The game will be televised on ESPN+.

Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game:

The Broncos have been on a hot streak, winning their last three games. In their most recent game, they narrowly defeated Loyola Marymount 71-69, failing to cover the 5.5-point spread. Santa Clara’s field goal percentage has been impressive, shooting over 50% in their last three games. However, their three-point shooting has been inconsistent, with only 5 made in their most recent game.

BYU Cougars Recent Game:

The BYU Cougars are coming off of a two-game losing streak. In their last game, they lost to Gonzaga 88-81, covering the 13-point spread. The Cougars have struggled with turnovers, with a ratio just above 1.0. However, their shooting percentage has been solid, with a differential of over 2.0.

Power Stats:

Assists Turnovers:

Both teams have a similar ratio of assists to turnovers, with Santa Clara slightly ahead at 1.05 compared to BYU’s 1.01.

Rebounding:

Both teams have similar rebounding stats, with Santa Clara averaging 38.22 rebounds per game, just slightly more than BYU’s 38.00.

Shooting Percentage:

BYU has a higher shooting percentage than Santa Clara, with a differential of 2.43 compared to Santa Clara’s 0.9. However, both teams have solid defensive field goal percentages, with Santa Clara at 43.69% and BYU at 42.93%.

Betting Trends

BYU Cougars:

  • 5-1 ATS in its last 6 home games
  • 8-2 SU in its last 10 home games
  • Total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 7 home games
  • 1-4 ATS in last 5 games against Santa Clara
  • 19-3 SU in last 22 games against Santa Clara
  • Total has gone OVER in 5 of last 5 games against Santa Clara when playing at home
  • 5-0 SU in last 5 games at home against Santa Clara
  • Total has gone OVER in 8 of last 11 games when playing at home against Santa Clara

Santa Clara Broncos:

  • 4-2 ATS in its last 6 road games
  • 4-2 SU in its last 6 road games
  • Total has gone OVER in 6 of last 7 road games
  • 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing BYU
  • 3-19 SU in its last 22 games when playing BYU
  • Total has gone OVER in 5 of last 5 games when playing BYU
  • 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against BYU
  • Total has gone OVER in 8 of last 11 games when playing on the road against BYU

Injuries:

Santa Clara Broncos:

Santa Clara has had multiple players out due to injury, with B. Knapper and G. Williams listed as questionable and out until late February, respectively. C. Marshall Jr. and J. Ensminger have also been out indefinitely.

BYU Cougars:

The Cougars have also had their fair share of injuries, with H. Dong listed as out until late February and T. Knell out for the season with a shoulder injury.

LA Clippers at Phoenix Suns Prediction ATS 2/16/23

Given both teams’ recent performance and statistics, the Phoenix Suns seem to have a slight advantage, particularly in the assists and turnovers category. However, the game is expected to be close, with the line currently set at Phoenix Suns -1.5. The Clippers step up here and get the outright win as a tiny road dog. 

Free Pick: Take the LA Clippers +1
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