Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/25

The NBA season is starting, and fans are excited. The Phoenix Suns are visiting the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. The game is on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 9:00 PM, and it will be shown on ALT.

The Suns have a record of 1-0. They are led by Head Coach Jordan Ott. The Nuggets have a record of 0-1 and are led by Head Coach David Adelman. Both teams are in the Western Conference and looking to make an impact early in the season.

Suns vs Nuggets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Denver Nuggets
  • Venue: Ball Arena
  • Date: October 25, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Suns +12.5 (-117), Nuggets -12.5 (-108), Suns MoneyLine +550, Nuggets MoneyLine -800, Over/Under 234.5 (-110)

Phoenix Suns Team Preview

The Phoenix Suns have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured a 120-116 win against the Sacramento Kings, where Devin Booker scored 31 points. However, they faced a narrow 111-109 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, with Booker contributing 18 points.

The Suns rank 14th in points per game, averaging 120. They have a strong presence on the boards with 51 rebounds per game, placing them 5th. Their three-point shooting needs improvement, as they rank 26th with a 29.4% success rate.

Devin Booker stands out as a key player, averaging 31 points in their last game. Dillon Brooks and Grayson Allen also contribute significantly to the team’s performance. Jalen Green is out with a hamstring strain, which might impact the Suns’ depth.

Denver Nuggets Team Preview

The Denver Nuggets are gearing up for their next game, coming off a high-scoring loss against the Golden State Warriors. Aaron Gordon was outstanding in that game, scoring 50 points. However, Gordon is currently questionable due to a hamstring injury.

Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray also put up strong performances against the Warriors. Jokić recorded a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds. Murray added 25 points and 10 assists, showing his playmaking skills.

The Nuggets have been strong offensively this season, ranking third in field goal percentage at 53.7%. They excel at three-point shooting, making 40% of their attempts. Defensively, they have room for improvement, allowing 137 points per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Nuggets are favored by 12.5 points against the Suns. The Suns score 120 points per game, while the Nuggets score 131. Given the Suns’ strong rebounding and the Nuggets’ high-scoring offense, the projected score is Nuggets 135, Suns 120. The Suns’ ability to score and rebound should help them cover the spread of +12.5.

The over/under for the game is set at 234.5 points. The Nuggets allow 137 points per game, and the Suns allow 116. Both teams have high-scoring potential, which makes the projected total 255 points. Given these stats, the over 234.5 is a reasonable pick.