Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/20

The NBA regular season kicks off with the Phoenix Suns visiting the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center. The game is scheduled for Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 8:30 PM and will be broadcast on NBCS. The Suns have a record of 15-12, while the Warriors stand at 13-15.

The Suns, led by head coach Jordan Ott, rank 7th in the Western Conference. They recently won against the Warriors 99-98. On the other side, the Warriors, coached by Steve Kerr, are 9th in the conference and have lost their last three games. Both teams are part of the Pacific Division, making this a division game.

Suns vs Warriors Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors
  • Venue: Chase Center
  • Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Warriors -5.5 (-113), Suns +5.5 (-109), Warriors MoneyLine -230, Suns MoneyLine +192, Over/Under 227.5

Phoenix Suns Team Preview

The Phoenix Suns have had a challenging stretch in their recent games. They pulled off a tight win against the Golden State Warriors, 99-98. Devin Booker was key in this game with 25 points, while Dillon Brooks added 24 points and 7 rebounds.

In their season so far, the Suns have averaged 114.2 points per game, ranking 22nd in the league. Their three-point shooting has been a strong point, making 14.2 threes per game. However, their free throw attempts per game are low at 21.4, ranking them 28th.

Key players for the Suns include Devin Booker, who averages 25.1 points per game, and Dillon Brooks, averaging 21.7 points. They will need to step up, especially with Grayson Allen and Isaiah Livers listed as questionable. Jalen Green is out with a hamstring strain and will miss several weeks.

Golden State Warriors Team Preview

The Golden State Warriors are preparing for their next home game. They are coming off a series of close losses. Most recently, they fell to the Phoenix Suns by a score of 99-98.

Stephen Curry is a standout player for the Warriors. He averages 28.8 points per game and hits 47.5% of his field goals. Curry also leads the team with 5.0 three-pointers made per game.

Injuries may impact the Warriors’ lineup. Al Horford is out with sciatic nerve irritation. Seth Curry will also miss the game due to a glute injury.

BTB Betting Pick

The Warriors are favored by 5.5 points against the Suns. Both teams have similar offensive stats, with the Suns scoring 114.2 points per game and the Warriors scoring 113.8. Considering the Suns’ strong defense, allowing only 113.9 points per game, they could cover the spread. Pick the Suns +5.5.

The total for the game is set at 227.5. The Suns and Warriors have strong defensive stats, with the Warriors allowing 112.7 points per game and the Suns 113.9. Given these defensive numbers, the game is likely to stay under the total. Pick Under 227.5.