Warriors vs. Suns Preview & Prediction

The Golden State Warriors saw their 28-game win streak come to an end in their last outing against the Milwaukee Bucks, but return home for the first time in weeks. They'll face the Phoenix Suns, who have lost five straight road games and lost 135-116 against the Warriors in their previous matchup. Here's our preview and prediction. 

Game Info:

When: 10:30 p.m. EST
Where: Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA
TV: ESPN
Spread: Warriors By 12

What's At Stake: 

The Warriors want to get back on track after losing their first game of the season and win their 29th straight home game. As for Phoenix, they have expectations of making the playoffs, but need to turn their season around (11-15) quickly to have any chance at doing so.

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Key To The Game: 

What defensive adjustments will Phoenix make? This is obviously something everyone in the NBA struggles with, but the Suns were absolutely shredded by Golden State's smallball attack. The Warriors shot 56.8 percent from the field, including 57.9 percent from three-point range, against the Suns on Nov. 27, led by Stephen Curry's 41 points. Phoenix had a great offensive game themselves, but couldn't match the amazing 135 points the Warriors put up in that game.

Prediction: Warriors Win 125-102

There's plenty of scoring in this one as both teams like to get up and down the court, but this one won't be close. Golden State is totally dominant at home, and they're even more determined to get back into the win column after losing in their last game. Expect them to hold a double-digit lead for most of this game.