The Phoenix Suns carry a three-game winning streak into their Monday night road game against the Washington Wizards, presenting a classic matchup of a team in form versus one mired in a difficult season. The game, scheduled for December 29, 2025, at the Capital One Arena, sees the 18-13 Suns heavily favoured over the 7-23 Wizards, who continue to battle a lengthy injury list.
Injury Report Casts Shadow Over Wizards' Chances
The pre-game injury updates heavily favour the visiting team. Phoenix will be without sharpshooter Grayson Allen, who is out for right knee injury management, and guard Jalen Green, sidelined with a right hamstring strain. Rookie Ryan Dunn is questionable with right knee soreness. A significant blow comes with center Mark Williams being out due to a one-game league suspension following an on-court incident.
For the Washington Wizards, the situation is more dire. Key rotation players Corey Kispert (hamstring) and Cam Whitmore (shoulder) are ruled out, with Whitmore sidelined indefinitely. Rookie Kyshawn George is also questionable with a hip issue. These absences severely deplete Washington's shooting and overall depth, forcing younger players into larger roles against a seasoned Suns squad.
Team Breakdown: Suns' Strengths vs Wizards' Weaknesses
The Phoenix Suns have found a rhythm by forcing turnovers and capitalising on extra possessions. Offensive leadership comes from All-Star guard Devin Booker, who averages around 25 points per game, complemented by the defensive tenacity and scoring of Dillon Brooks. Despite a .500 road record (8-8), this matchup is favourable for Phoenix to improve that mark.
Conversely, the Washington Wizards have struggled with fundamental issues all season, particularly rebounding and ball control. While young talents like Alex Sarr and Bilal Coulibaly show promise, the team's injury woes have made it difficult to sustain competitiveness over four quarters. Their recent strong win over the Toronto Raptors remains an exception in a challenging campaign.
How to Watch and Game Prediction
The game tips off at 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT) on December 29. Local broadcasts include Arizona’s Family Sports for Suns fans and MNMT2 for Wizards viewers. The game can also be streamed on Suns+, Fubo, or NBA League Pass, with radio coverage on KMVP 98.7 FM for Phoenix listeners.
Oddsmakers have installed the Suns as 10.5-point road favourites, with the total points line set at 233. Washington's fast-paced style at home often leads to defensive lapses. Given Phoenix's advantage on the glass, Booker's scoring prowess, and the Wizards' depleted roster, the Suns are well-positioned to cover the spread. A final score prediction leans towards a convincing Phoenix Suns victory, 124-108.
