The public often underestimates the Phoenix Suns in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as underdog on 3+ win streak, the Phoenix Suns hold a record of 149-74-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +27.6% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $61 over this period.

🔥 Elite Edge
Record149-74-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size223 games
ROI+27.6%
Units Won+61.5u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
201414-7-00.0%+27.3%
201511-6-00.0%+23.5%
201611-8-00.0%+10.5%
201717-9-00.0%+24.8%
201812-5-00.0%+34.8%
201911-11-00.0%-4.5%
202019-8-00.0%+34.3%
202119-9-00.0%+29.6%
202211-5-00.0%+31.2%
202312-1-00.0%+76.2%
202412-5-00.0%+34.8%

Why This Trend Exists

The Suns' exceptional performance as underdogs during winning streaks reflects a perfect storm of psychological momentum and market inefficiency. When Phoenix enters games as underdogs while riding hot streaks, they're typically facing superior opponents on paper, yet their confidence remains sky-high from recent success. This creates a dangerous combination where the betting public and oddsmakers may be slow to recognize the team's elevated play, particularly when facing marquee opponents that command respect regardless of current form. Phoenix's roster construction amplifies this trend, as their star-heavy lineup with players like Devin Booker and Kevin Durant thrives in prove-it scenarios. These veterans understand the disrespect implied by underdog status and use it as fuel, especially when they've already built chemistry and rhythm through consecutive wins. The team's offensive firepower allows them to stay competitive against any opponent, while their recent success breeds the kind of execution and decision-making that often surprises favored teams expecting an easier night. The market tends to overvalue opponent strength while undervaluing Phoenix's momentum, creating consistent line value. This trend carries the most weight when the Suns are catching points against Western Conference contenders during the regular season, where motivation and execution gaps become most pronounced.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Phoenix Suns's ATS record as underdog on 3+ win streak?

The Phoenix Suns have an ATS record of 149-74-0 when they are underdogs on a 3+ game win streak from 2014-2024. This represents a 66.8% ATS win rate over 223 games.

Is betting on the Phoenix Suns as underdog on 3+ win streak profitable?

Yes, betting on the Phoenix Suns as underdogs on a 3+ win streak has been highly profitable with a 27.6% ROI. This means a $100 bet in these situations would have returned $127.60 on average.

How does this compare to the league average?

This 66.8% ATS win rate significantly outperforms the typical 52.4% needed to break even in sports betting. The 27.6% ROI indicates this has been one of the more profitable betting trends in the NBA over this period.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.