The two teams have already secured a Play-In spot at the bare minimum from the Western Conference, but their seeding still remains in the air. This game could provide them with the perfect opportunity to boost their chances of obtaining a higher one.
Let's preview this game ahead of it tipping off on Wednesday, March 25, at 14:00 AEDT.
Quick Picks
Our pick: Nuggets to win
Value bet: Nuggets in the handicap
Long shot: Jokic to have triple-double
Betting Preview
Given both have qualified for the postseason, there's still plenty to look out for when the two teams clash in Phoenix. The Nuggets hold a 2-0 record this season against the Suns, suggesting that they have the upper hand. Over the last five, Denver are 4-1, which includes two victories in Phoenix.
When looking at the most recent outing in Phoenix (Nov 2025), the Nuggets won 130-112. All five starters managed to score 10+ points in the game, with Nikola Jokic having a double-double. From the bench, Tim Hadaway Jr. had 23 points, with only Jokic (24) and Jamal Murray scoring 26.
Dillon Brooks top-scored in the game, having scored 27 points for the Suns, with Devin Booker scoring 24 points. Four of their starters in that game had managed 10+ points in the game, highlighting the competitive nature between the two franchises.
At the time, both teams had a winning record, a record that stands today.
Phoenix are strong at home, boasting a 22-14 record prior to their home clash against the Toronto Raptors. They are also strong against Western Conference teams, going 25-20 this season. For Denver, they are 23-15 on the road and 25-16 (before the contest against the Portland Trail Blazers).
Betting Markets to Watch
The Denver Nuggets will be considered the favourites to win this game in the moneyline. They have a strong head-to-head record against the Suns in recent outings, having won the last four straight. However, over the last 10, they are 6-4.
This could suggest that the handicap offers a little more value to consider, as Denver's wins have been substantial. In the last four, they've won by a margin of 18, 22, 8, and 17 points. If the line is set around these numbers, it's possible value will be available on this outcome.
Nikola Jokic to score a triple-double in the NBA could be worth value, as he recently added his 27th of the season against Toronto.
Our Prediction
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A Nuggets win seems the most likely outcome in this game for us, with Denver seemingly having the upper hand when these two teams meet. They have a near-clean bill of health, which should help them overcome a Suns team that has a lengthy injury report that includes Brooks.
Our long shot is a Jokic triple-double, while we think there's value in the Denver handicap because of the wide range of point spreads seen over the last four games. With both teams eyeing NBA playoffs betting implications, expect a competitive contest.
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