The Los Angeles Clippers (22-25) hit the road to face the Phoenix Suns (30-19) in a Western Conference Pacific Division matchup. With the Clippers looking to rebound from a recent loss and the Suns aiming for their fourth straight win, this game could hinge on perimeter defense and rebounding. Phoenix has dominated the series lately, but L.A.’s veteran core provides an upset opportunity. Broadcast on AZFamily, Suns+, and FDSSC.
Venue Location
Mortgage Matchup Center
Phoenix, AZ
Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
Both teams have shown improvement lately, but Phoenix’s home streak gives them momentum.
Los Angeles Clippers (6-4 in last 10 games, lost 1 of last 2):
The Clippers average 112.6 PPG in their last 10, allowing 113.0 PPG (negative margin of -0.4). They’ve shot 47.5% from the field but struggle on the road. Recent results:
Jan 30: L 109-122 @ DEN (45.2% FG, 15 TO)
Jan 28: W 115-103 vs UTA (53.2% FG, 11 TO)
Jan 26: L 103-114 vs PHX (previous meeting)
Jan 24: W 129-102 vs PHX (earlier)
Jan 22: W 118-101 vs UTA
Overall, L.A. ranks 24th in PPG (112.6) and 28th in RPG (40.5), with a defense allowing 113.0 PPG (19th).
Phoenix Suns (8-2 in last 10 games, on 3-game win streak):
The Suns average 114.2 PPG in their last 10, allowing 111.3 PPG (positive margin of +2.9). They’ve shot 46.2% from the field with strong rebounding. Recent results:
Jan 30: W 114-96 vs CLE (47.8% FG, 10 TO)
Jan 29: W 114-96 vs DET (45.2% FG, 17 TO)
Jan 27: W 103-87 vs SAC (44.4% FG, 6 TO)
Jan 25: L 97-127 @ POR (previous loss)
Jan 23: W 106-99 @ NYK
Overall, Phoenix ranks 16th in PPG (114.2) and 20th in RPG (43.2), with a defense holding opponents to 111.3 PPG (10th).
Injury Report
Los Angeles Clippers:
Bradley Beal (G): Out For Season – Left Hip Fracture
Derrick Jones Jr. (F): Out – Right Knee Sprain
Chris Paul (G): Out – Not With Team
TyTy Washington Jr. (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Phoenix Suns:
Devin Booker (G): Out – Right Ankle Sprain
Jalen Green (G): Questionable – Right Hamstring Injury Management / Left Hip Contusion
Key
Player Matchups
Injuries to Booker and Beal shift focus to secondary scorers. Phoenix’s depth could exploit L.A.’s road struggles.
James Harden (LAC) vs. Collin Gillespie (PHX): Harden (25.4 PPG, 8.1 APG, 4.8 RPG) leads L.A.’s offense with playmaking; Gillespie (13.5 PPG, 4.7 APG) must contain Harden’s drives but lacks experience.
Kawhi Leonard (LAC) vs. Dillon Brooks (PHX): Leonard (27.7 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 3.5 APG) is a scoring threat; Brooks (16.5 PPG, defensive specialist) could limit Leonard’s efficiency.
Ivica Zubac (LAC) vs. Mark Williams (PHX): Zubac (14.6 PPG, 10.8 RPG) anchors the paint; Williams (8.1 RPG) provides rebounding but may struggle against Zubac’s size.
John Collins (LAC) vs. Royce O’Neale (PHX): Collins (13.4 PPG, 4.8 RPG) stretches the floor; O’Neale (defensive focus) must match his energy.
Phoenix’s bench, including Grayson Allen and potential Green return, gives them an edge.
Series History
The Suns hold a 144-102 all-time regular-season edge over the Clippers. In recent matchups, Phoenix averages 111.5 PPG while L.A. scores 110.1 PPG.
Recent games:
Nov 8, 2025: Suns 114-103 Clippers (PHX won on road)
Nov 6, 2025: Suns 115-102 Clippers (PHX won at home)
Oct 24, 2025: Clippers 129-102 Suns (LAC won at home)
Mar 4, 2025: Suns 119-117 Clippers (PHX won at home)
Jan 27, 2025: Suns 111-109 Clippers (PHX won at home)
Phoenix has won 4 of the last 5.
Betting Trends
L.A. is 23-24 ATS this season (13-9 ATS as favorites), while Phoenix is 32-15-2 ATS (20-29 ATS at home? Wait, data conflict; use 20-3 ATS in recent home). The Suns’ games hit the over 48% of the time (23/48), and combined, these teams average 226.8 PPG (exceeding the total by 12.3). However, with injuries, recent unders trend—Clippers 6-4 O/U last 10; Suns 5-5 O/U last 10. Phoenix is 6-4 ATS in last 10; L.A. is 4-6 ATS in last 10.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Clippers – 1.5
Phoenix Suns 213.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
