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Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Date: Saturday 20th December 2025 Start time: 5:30 pm local time (1:30 am BST) Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco Last regular season meeting: November 4, 2025, Golden State Warriors 118-107 Phoenix Suns The Golden State Warriors host the Phoenix Suns at the Chase Center in San Francisco for this Western Conference clash.
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The Golden State Warriors host the Phoenix Suns at the Chase Center in San Francisco for this Western Conference clash. The eighth seed takes on the seventh seed in preparation for the Christmas games, making this one of the most exciting matchups. Which team will come out on top in this thrilling contest?
We’ve covered everything NBA fans need to know, including key players from both rosters, historical head-to-head analysis, online betting opportunities, and our final prediction.
Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability
Golden State Warriors: 4/7 (1.57) – 63.6%
Phoenix Suns: 7/4 (2.75) – 36.4%
Forecast odds – Betting available on bet365 closer to event
Head-to-Head Record
Throughout NBA history, the Golden State Warriors and the Phoenix Suns have competed against each other 268 times in the regular season. This matchup first began in 1968, and there’s a lot of history between both teams.
Despite the Warriors’ success on the court in recent years with multiple NBA championships, the organization has a terrible historical record against the Suns. The Suns have won 152 of the 268 games, compared to the Warriors only winning 116 times.
In recent times, however, the Warriors have won three of the last five encounters, but both teams have won five games apiece in the last ten games.
Last 5 Matches
| Season | Date | Result |
| 2025/26 Season | November 4, 2025 | Golden State Warriors 118-107 Phoenix Suns |
| 2024/25 Season | April 8, 2025 | Golden State Warriors 133-95 Phoenix Suns |
| 2024/25 Season | January 31, 2025 | Phoenix Suns 130-105 Golden State Warriors |
| 2024/25 Season | December 28, 2024 | Golden State Warriors 109-105 Phoenix Suns |
| 2024/25 Season | November 30, 2024 | Phoenix Suns 113-105 Golden State Warriors |
Phoenix Suns Current Form
- Record: 14-11
- Home Form: 8-4
- Road Form: 6-7
The Phoenix Suns went through some major changes in the offseason, moving on from Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, respectively. To some degree, it’s made an impact as the team have gone from play-in contenders to now the lower end of the playoffs. The Suns have a favorable record at home but are battling to climb higher than .500 on the road.
Devin Booker is the Suns’ best player this season, averaging 25 points, 4.3 rebounds and 6.7 assists, numbers that match some of his best seasons in the league. Booker is currently injured with a groin injury and has missed the past few matches but could be back in time for this clash. The 29-year-old would be a key player for the Suns if he’s fit to play, and his explosiveness is a key reason why he’s one of the best players in the league in his position.
Mark Williams joined the Suns this offseason, and the 23-year-old has played a key role in regaining possession from both sides of the court. He’s featured in 21 games this season, averaging 13 points per game in addition to his 8.4 rebounds. Neither are personal bests, but he’s the stat leader in rebounding for the organization thus far this season.
Injury Report
- Jalen Green – Out (hamstring)
- Koby Brea – Out (G League)
- Isaiah Livers – Out (hip)
Golden State Warriors Current Form
- Record: 13-13
- Home Form: 7-4
- Road Form: 6-9
The Golden State Warriors look set for another season of mediocrity as the organization is 13-13 for the year. Their home form is, as usual, impressive, but they are struggling to find their feet on the road. It’s unclear whether the Warriors will climb further up the division, but this team has struggled to show flashes of brilliance on a consistent basis.
After the Warriors announced his trade last season, Jimmy Butler played a key role for the franchise. Butler is averaging 19.3 points, 5 assists, and 5.8 rebounds, all numbers that indicate he’s back to his levels prior to the trade with the Miami Heat. In the 22 matches Butler has started and played, his relentless energy is an attribute that helps the Warriors immeasurably.
In the 17 matches he’s played this season, after suffering from injuries and illness, Stephen Curry continues to play at an exceptional standard. The 38-year-old is averaging 28.5 points per game, showcasing to the basketball world that he’s a truly brilliant shooter. His numbers are impressive, all while assisting 4.1 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game.
Injury Report
- Gary Payton II – Out (illness)
- Al Horford – Out (back)
Predicted Line-Ups
Our predicted starting five from both teams ahead of this game.
Phoenix Suns
- Guard – Devin Booker
- Guard – Grayson Allen
- Center – Mark Williams
- Forward – Royce O’Neale
- Forward – Dillon Brooks
Golden State Warriors
- Guard – Stephen Curry
- Guard – Pat Spencer
- Center – Draymond Green
- Forward – Jimmy Butler III
- Forward – Quinten Post
Value Bets
These value bets stand out due to consistent historical performance and favorable matchups, making them strong considerations for bettors. To take advantage of these markets, it’s worth comparing odds across trusted NBA betting sites, as player prop lines and payouts can vary significantly from one sportsbook to another.
Devin Booker: Over 25 Points
In his last ten games against the Golden State Warriors, which date to 2022, Devin Booker takes the game of basketball to exceptional levels. Booker posts at least 20 points in each game, and at least 25 in nine of those matchups.
If that doesn’t cut it, he has put over 30 points in six of them. This leads us to predict he will post over 25 points, as it’s a truly remarkable stretch of consistency against another team.
Stephen Curry: Over 20 Points and Over 5 Rebounds
A safer bet, but one you can rely on when it comes to Stephen Curry. In his last ten matches, he’s averaged 23.2 points and 5.8 rebounds against the Phoenix Suns. These numbers are at an impressive level of consistency, leaving us to believe he will throw at least 20 points and produce at least 5 rebounds.
Prediction: Golden State Warriors to Win
This matchup is one of the hardest games to predict due to how close both are in the league and how close the recent head-to-head history is. But SportsBoom concludes this preview, predicting the Golden State Warriors to edge it. Stephen Curry will be a key to victory, and this would be seen as a must-win matchup.
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