Miami Heat at Phoenix Suns picks, predictions, odds for Friday's game

The Phoenix Suns host the Miami Heat on Friday, Jan. 5 at Footprint Center in an NBA regular -season game.

Which team will win the NBA game?

The Suns are favored to win Friday night's NBA game, per odds from BetMGM Sportsbook.

The Suns are -3.5 against the point spread, while the Heat are +3.5.

Phoenix is -175 on the moneyline, while Miami is +145.

The over/under (point total) is set at 229.5 points.

Sportsbook Wire: Suns 115, Heat 105

Corey Scott writes: "The Suns are the more talented team, and that is reflected in the line. Phoenix, led by Beal and Booker, should come out extra motivated, run up the score early and hold on to cover this short spread."

Winners and Whiners: Take the Suns to cover vs. Heat

Michael Briggs writes: "The Suns will look to establish a post presence in this game, as Miami ranks 28th in opponent rim percentage (67.0%) and ranks last in the NBA in blocks. Phoenix is top-ten in rim percentage and shoots 37.5 percent from long range, indicating an inside-out approach will be successful on Friday night."

Odds Shark: Suns 119.4, Heat 109.1

The site predicts that Phoenix will win the game against Miami and cover the point spread. It has the total going under.

ESPN: Suns have a 56.4% chance to beat Heat

The site gives the Heat a 43.6% chance to beat the Suns on Friday night at Footprint Center in Phoenix.

Sports Illustrated: Heat 107, Suns 102

Anthony Pasciolla writes: "The thought of Kevin Durant playing in this matchup is frightening, especially with Jimmy Butler and Haywood Highsmith out. However, if Durant doesn't suit up, Miami should have smooth sailing to a victory. Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro should be able to thrive against a lackluster defense."

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