Boston Celtics vs Phoenix-suns Picks and Predictions April 4th 2025

Celtics Looking to Regain Home Rhythm

After a 124-103 home loss to Miami on Wednesday, the Boston Celtics are eager to bounce back and avoid back-to-back home defeats—something they’ve avoided so far this season. Despite a stellar 32-7 record on the road, the Celtics’ home performance (24-13) is crucial as they gear up to host the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.

Jaylen Brown, playing through a bone bruise in his right knee, led Boston with a team-high 24 points in the loss to Miami. “We were on the road for 10, 12 days,” Brown explained. “First game back off a long road trip is always tough. I’ve had to come to grips with not feeling my normal self, but that doesn’t mean I can’t still make plays.” Brown is currently listed as questionable for Friday’s game as the Celtics work to fine-tune their recovery and get their rhythm back at home.

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Suns Struggling Amid Injury Woes

The Phoenix Suns (35-41) enter Friday’s matchup on a four-game losing streak and currently sit 11th in the Western Conference, just one game behind Sacramento. The Suns are fighting to secure a play-in spot while grappling with key injuries. Kevin Durant, averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists, is nursing a sprained ankle and isn’t expected to return until at least Tuesday’s home game against Golden State. Bradley Beal, averaging 17.3 points in 48 games, has missed the last eight contests with a left hamstring strain.

Despite these setbacks, Suns forward Bradley Beal remains optimistic. “We still can make a run. Obviously, we’ve got to be healthy and get back in the lineup. We’re a talented team and believe in what we can do,” Beal said. The team’s recent struggles underline the urgency for a bounce-back, as every game in the final stretch counts toward securing a playoff berth.

What to Watch

Both teams are facing challenges—Boston must shake off the fatigue and injuries following a long road trip, while Phoenix is looking to reassemble its key pieces and get healthy. With neither Jayson Tatum (listed out with a sprained ankle) nor a full complement of its stars available for Boston, the Celtics will rely on contributions from players like Brown and Porzingis, who led the win against Miami with 30 points. Meanwhile, the Suns will be banking on Durant’s eventual return and the collective effort of the squad to close out their slide.

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Looking Ahead

This game is pivotal for both teams. A win would not only help the Celtics regain home-court confidence but also push them closer to the top of the Eastern Conference standings. For the Suns, this contest represents a chance to snap their losing streak and begin a recovery that could propel them back into contention for a play-in spot. With both teams battling adversity, expect an intense, hard-fought matchup on Friday night.

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