Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors: Expert Prediction & Analysis for 2026 NBA Clash

Who Will Take the Win?

Get ready for a late-night showdown in the 2025/26 NBA season as the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors go head-to-head in a thrilling Western Conference clash at the Mortgage Matchup Center in the sunny city of Phoenix, Arizona. The game is set to kick off on Friday (6) at midnight (Brasilia time).

Battle of the West

The Suns are eyeing victory in this divisional face-off to secure their spot in the top 6 of the West. Although these matchups are usually neck-and-neck, the Suns seem to have the edge this time. They’ve been riding a wave of good fortune lately and have an impressive home record. On the other hand, the Warriors are facing some turbulence on the road, compounded by uncertainty in their roster due to trade talks. Given this context, our bet is on the Suns for the win.

What to Expect in the Game

With the Suns showcasing a rock-solid defense and the Warriors struggling to maintain offensive consistency, betting on the over might feel a bit risky. However, Arizona has been firing on all cylinders offensively and, remember, the San Francisco squad has demonstrated the ability to break through Jordan Ott’s defensive setup, scoring over 115 points in two of the last three encounters. Therefore, our recommendation is to lean towards the points going over.

Suns Rising in the Standings

Under the guidance of Jordan Ott, the Phoenix Suns are vying for a direct playoff spot in the Western Conference, boasting a record of 31 wins and 20 losses. Their latest game saw them conquer the Portland Trail Blazers with a thrilling score of 130 to 125, marking the fourth win in their last five matches.

During that victory against the Blazers, the Suns had an impressive shooting efficiency of 52% overall and 49% from three-point range. The stars of the game included Collin Gillespie with a dazzling double-double of 30 points and 10 assists, along with 4 rebounds and 3 steals. Mark Williams also shined, scoring 24 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, plus an assist and a block. Not to mention Grayson Allen chipping in 24 points, 1 rebound, and 4 assists.

Warriors in a Tight Spot

Meanwhile, the Golden State Warriors find themselves a bit further down the rankings in eighth place, with a record of 27 wins and 24 losses. Their climb to the top 6 feels a bit daunting now, as they’ve only won 2 of their last 7 games, coming fresh off a defeat at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers, with a score of 113 to 94 at the Chase Center.

In that lost battle against the 76ers, the Warriors managed to hit 47% of their total shots and 40% from beyond the arc. Standout players included Gui Santos, who scored 13 points along with 2 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks; Pat Spencer, also with 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists; and Moses Moody rounding it off with 12 points and 2 rebounds.