Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns game prediction (April 8, 2025): Playoff preview with key odds, spread, best picks, and more

The Golden State Warriors take on the Phoenix Suns in a high-stakes Western Conference showdown on Tuesday night. With playoff positioning on the line, both teams will look to secure a crucial victory. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the matchup, including odds, key factors, and predictions.

Here are the latest betting odds for the game, courtesy of FanDuel:


The Warriors enter this game in strong form, winning five of their last six matchups. Key factors in their favor include:
- Elite three-point shooting – Golden State leads the league with 15.4 threes per game, spearheaded by Steph Curry (28.4 PPG).
- Strong defense – They allow just 110.8 points per game, ranking among the league’s best defensive units.
- Suns’ defensive struggles – Phoenix ranks near the bottom in defensive rating and rebounding, making them vulnerable to Golden State’s offensive firepower.
The Suns’ ongoing six-game losing streak and chemistry issues between their star trio (Durant, Booker, Beal) further tilt the advantage toward the Warriors.


Despite their recent struggles, Phoenix has reasons to believe they can keep this game competitive:
- Devin Booker’s dominance – Booker dropped 40 points in his last game and remains a lethal scorer.
- Home-court advantage – The Suns hold a 23-15 record at Footprint Center this season.
- Potential for defensive adjustments – If Phoenix can disrupt Golden State’s three-point shooting and force turnovers, they could stay within the spread.
Bradley Beal’s recent bounce-back performance (16 points) also provides hope for secondary scoring.

This matchup presents a clear contrast in momentum. The Warriors’ offensive efficiency and defensive discipline make them the safer pick, while the Suns’ inconsistency and defensive woes are major concerns.
Prediction: Warriors win and cover the spread in a high-scoring affair.
Pick: Golden State Warriors -7.5 (-108), Over 228 (-110)
With playoff implications on the line, expect Golden State to control the tempo and exploit Phoenix’s weaknesses for a decisive victory.
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- Date: April 8, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT
- Location: Footprint Center, Phoenix
- TV: TNT
- Streaming: fuboTV