Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Picks and Prediction for Monday November 2, 2026
The Phoenix Suns will head to San Francisco, California, Monday night for a Western Conference matchup against the Golden State Warriors inside Chase Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 10 PM ET, with coverage available on NBA League Pass. Phoenix comes into Monday with only one win through its first four games played, riding a two-game skid after a seven-point loss to Denver in its last outing. The Golden State Warriors come into Monday night one game above .500 overall, riding a 4 game winning streak. Their 12-point win Sunday over the Clippers. Stay in the action with our NBA Picks.
Phoenix desperate for a win
The Phoenix Suns are averaging 112 points on 46% shooting from the floor this season. Defensively, Phoenix is allowing 124.5 points per game, and they're giving up an average of 125.3 points per game across their three losses this year. Devin Booker is leading the Phoenix offense this season, averaging 22.2 points per game. Dillon Brooks is second on the team, averaging 16.5 points, and Jalen Green is averaging 11 points per game. Miles Bridges is averaging 16.3 points and leads Phoenix, pulling in 7.2 rebounds per game. Collin Gillespie is averaging nine points and leads the team, dishing out 5.8 assists per game.
Offensively, Phoenix did score the ball well in its last outing, pouring in 120 points on 49% shooting and 43% from beyond the arc. Defensively, Phoenix was terrible, giving up 127 points on 53% shooting and 54% from beyond the arc. The Suns did pull in 42 rebounds but turned the ball over 15 times in the loss. Miles Bridges led Phoenix last time out with 24 points and 10 rebounds on 19 shots.
Key Injury Report for Phoenix:
- Mark Williams (Out) – Shoulder
Warriors try to overcome being shorthanded
The Golden State Warriors offense has been consistent this season, averaging 116.7 points on 45% shooting. Defensively, Golden State has been shaky, allowing 115.3 points per game, and they've given up an average of 121 points per game across their last two losses. Steph Curry is leading Golden State this season, averaging 29.2 points per game. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is second with 19.2 points, along with a team-high 7.8 rebounds per game. Brandin Podziemski is third on the team, averaging 16.3 points, and Brandon Williams is averaging 10.7 points per game. Draymond Green is averaging only three points per game, but he leads the Warriors, dishing out 7.2 assists per game.
Offensively, Golden State did the work Sunday night, scoring 124 points, including 63 in the first half, on 53% shooting and 45% from beyond the arc. Defensively, Golden State did just enough, giving up 112 points on 44% shooting. The Warriors pulled in 44 rebounds and forced 14 turnovers in the win. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg led Golden State Sunday night with 37 points on 19 shots.
Key Injury Report for Golden State:
- Gui Santos (GTD) - Knee
- Draymond Green (Out) - Rest
- Stephen Curry (Out) - Rest
- Kristaps Porzingis (Out) - Illness
- Moses Moody (Out) - Knee
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Picks and Prediction
Pick: Phoenix Suns
Phoenix should have the advantage on the road against a Golden State team that will be severely shorthanded in this matchup. With Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Moses Moody all out, the Warriors will be missing several key pieces on both sides of the ball. Devin Booker should have opportunities to take advantage of a depleted Golden State defense and create scoring chances throughout the game. The Suns have enough offensive talent to control the tempo and put pressure on a Warriors team that will be without its top offensive weapon and one of its best defenders. Golden State will need several players to step up to remain competitive, but Phoenix should have the advantage in several key areas. Look for the Suns to take advantage of Golden State's missing players and pick up a road victory.
Total Pick: Under
This matchup should feature less offensive production than expected, as Golden State will be without several key players who contribute heavily on both sides of the ball. With Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Moses Moody all sidelined, the Warriors will struggle to generate consistent scoring opportunities against Phoenix. Curry's absence will be especially impactful, as Golden State will be without its top offensive weapon and one of the league's most dangerous perimeter shooters. Phoenix has enough offensive talent to put points on the board, but the Suns should be able to control the tempo and limit Golden State's opportunities in transition. The Warriors will need several role players to step up offensively, which could lead to extended scoring droughts throughout the game. Expect Golden State's missing offensive production to keep the combined score under the total.
Final Picks: Phoenix Suns and Under
Game Written Before Completion of the Game on Sunday