Published Mar 18, 10:11am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 18, 10:11am ET
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One of the games on Thursday's NBA slate features the San Antonio Spurs hosting the Phoenix Suns. Who has the edge in our Spurs vs Suns pick?
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| San Antonio Spurs | -9.5 (-111) |
| Phoenix Suns | +9.5 (-111) |
Following a 136-131 setback against the Nuggets, San Antonio has won their last three games, including a 132-104 victory against the Sacramento Kings.
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The Spurs rolled to a 31-point lead at the break and extended their advantage to 41 in the third quarter en route to their 25th road win of the season.
San Antonio's scoring attack featured seven players who reached double figures. Victor Wembanyama and Keldon Johnson led the way with 18 points apiece. Julian Champagnie added 17 points on 5-for-7 shooting from deep.
The Suns enter this conference tilt amid a three-game losing streak. This stretch includes a 116-104 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.
Phoenix trailed by just one point at intermission. But the Timberwolves outscored the road team 52-41 in the second half, including a game-changing 16-2 burst that started late in the third quarter.
Devin Booker pumped in a game-high 34 points and grabbed six rebounds. Oso Ighodaro registered 16 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Spurs are just 4-15 in the previous 19 meetings in this series. Additionally, Phoenix is 8-3 in its last 11 road games against San Antonio.
On the flip side of the narrative, the Spurs are a top-five team on offense and rank seventh in points allowed and third in defensive rating.
Pick: San Antonio Spurs
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San Antonio Spurs
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