Suns vs 76ers Picks and Prediction – 1/7/2025

In the first game of a Monday NBA TV doubleheader, the Phoenix Suns will travel to the Wells Fargo Center to take on the Philadelphia 76ers. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Suns (15-18) are looking to snap a four-game losing streak and must improve a defense that ranks 23rd in efficiency. On Saturday, Phoenix was outscored by 18 points during the second half of a 126-108 road loss against Indiana. 

All-Star F Kevin Durant led five Phoenix players in double figures with 25 points (9-14 FG), seven rebounds, and seven assists. All-Star G Devin Booker added 20 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. The Suns were outrebounded by a 47-36 margin and surrendered 70 points over the final 24 minutes. 

The Philadelphia 76ers have won seven of their last ten games and trail Chicago by one game for tenth place in the Eastern Conference standings. The 76ers (14-19) currently rank 23rd in the league in offensive efficiency and are scoring 107.6 points per game. On Saturday, Philadelphia built a 17-point halftime lead and flashed their immense potential during a 123-94 road triumph against Brooklyn. 

All-Star C Joel Embiid tallied a game-high 28 points (10-10 FT) to go along with 12 rebounds and six assists. All-Star G Tyrese Maxey chipped in 18 points (5-12 FG) and seven assists. Paul George and Caleb Martin added 17 points apiece for the 76ers, who shot 51 percent from the field. 

Philadelphia G Jared McClain is recovering from a torn meniscus and is expected to remain sidelined until March. These two teams rank in the bottom four of the league in tempo, so the under is worth a look. The stronger play is on the improving 76ers to cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Philadelphia 76ers win 115-107.