The Phoenix Suns are set to face off against the Miami Heat on Sunday at 8 p.m. EST. This matchup is crucial for the Suns, as they aim for their seventh consecutive home victory.
Team Records and Standings
The Suns currently hold a record of 27-18, placing them sixth in the Western Conference. In contrast, the Heat sit at 24-22, positioned eighth in the Eastern Conference. The Suns have been particularly strong at home, boasting a 14-5 record.
Offensive Powerhouses
Offensively, the Suns average 111.5 points per game, while the Heat lead with 119.9 points per game. However, the Suns excel in offensive rebounds, ranking third in the West with an average of 12.8 per game.
Recent Matchup
This encounter marks the second meeting of the season between these teams. In their previous clash on January 14, the Heat emerged victorious with a score of 127-121, buoyed by Bam Adebayo’s 29 points. Dillon Brooks led the scoring for the Suns with 25 points in that game.
Top Performers
- Mark Williams (Suns): 12.0 points and 8.2 rebounds per game
- Dillon Brooks (Suns): 16.9 points and 4.6 rebounds over the last 10 games
- Andrew Wiggins (Heat): 15.9 points at a shooting percentage of 47.1%
- Bam Adebayo (Heat): Averages 2.3 three-pointers made over the last 10 games
Recent Performance
In their last ten games, the Suns have a record of 6-4, while averaging 111.5 points and shooting 44.4% from the field. The Heat have struggled slightly, with a 4-6 record, averaging 116.7 points but shooting only 43.6% from the field.
Injuries and Key Absences
- Suns: Devin Booker (ankle) – out; Jalen Green (hamstring) – day to day
- Heat: Tyler Herro (toe) – out; Kel’el Ware (hamstring) – day to day; Davion Mitchell (shoulder) – day to day
As the Suns strive for their seventh straight home win, the matchup against the Heat will be key in determining their momentum as the season progresses.
