The Golden State Warriors host the Phoenix Suns this Wednesday, November 5, 2025, for the NBA championship, in the 2025-26 regular season. The game takes place at the Chase Center, in San Francisco, starting at 00:00 (Brasília time). Both teams are looking for balance after uneven starts, with the Warriors at 4-3 and the Suns at 3-4 in the Western Conference.
Stephen Curry leads the Warriors with an average of 24 points per game, while Devin Booker leads the Suns with an average of 28 points. The match marks the first confrontation between the teams this season, in a duel that could influence initial positions in the table.
Factors such as recent injuries affect formations, but coaches Steve Kerr and Mike Budenholzer plan tactical adjustments to exploit defensive weaknesses. The over/under of the points line is 233.5, according to bookmakers.
- Warriors: 117.6 points per game on average, 46.8% shooting.
- Suns: 118.3 points per game, shooting 37.5% from three-point range.
Where to watch live and streaming options
The NBA live broadcast of the Warriors x Suns game takes place on regional channels in the United States, such as NBCS-BA for the Warriors and AZFamily for the Suns. In Brazil, fans can follow the NBA League Pass, available via streaming on the league’s official website or app, with paid options starting at R$39.99 per month.
For those who prefer open TV or cable, SporTV shows selected NBA games, but this confrontation should be restricted to streaming. PlatformCompanies like Fubo and DirecTV Stream offer free trial access, with HD quality and instant replays.
Suns+ subscribers have exclusive coverage, including pre- and post-game. In Brazil, Globoplay integrates League Pass for mobile viewing.
Recent Warriors Performance
The Golden State Warriors are coming off a 114-109 loss to the Indiana Pacers on November 2, where Curry scored 24 points, but the defense gave up 56 points in the paint. Before that, the team won three at home, showing strength at the Chase Center.
On October 30, they beat the Houston Rockets 106-96, with Kuminga contributing 17 points and 7 rebounds. The team averages 41.9 rebounds per game, but needs to improve on 9.1 steals to contain quick attacks.
Coach Steve Kerr highlighted the need for consistency in turnovers, with 14 turnovers in the last game.
Suns try to break streak away from home
The Phoenix Suns have lost their last three road games, including a 118-96 loss to the Utah Jazz on Nov. 1, despite Booker recording 36 points and 9 assists. The defense allowed 120.6 points per game, 23rd worst in the league.
On October 27th, victory over the San Antonio Spurs 130-118, with Allen scoring 17 points. The team collects 42.4 rebounds per game, but commits 17.3 turnovers on average.
Budenholzer focuses on adjustments in the paint, where the Suns block 5.3 shots per game.
Probable lineup and confirmed injuries
The Warriors should start with Curry at point guard, Wiggins on the wing, Kuminga at small, Green at center and Podziemski as an immediate reserve. De’Anthony Melton remains out with a knee injury, having been absent since the last game on October 25th against the Clippers, where he scored 12 points before the injury.
For the Suns, Booker leads, followed by Durant on the wing and Nurkic at center, with Dunn and O’Neale on the wings. Jalen Green is out with a hamstring injury, confirmed after the October 28 game against the Lakers, where he played 25 minutes. Dillon Brooks has also been absent due to a groin strain since October 25th.
These absences force rotations, with the Warriors using Quinten Post as a bench option.
History of clashes between teams
The teams met 267 times in the regular season, with the Suns leading by 152 wins to the Warriors’ 115. Last season, 2024-25, the match ended in a 2-2 draw, with Phoenix winning by an average of 121.5 points in victories.
The Warriors’ highest score was 133-95 on April 8, 2025, at home. In the playoffs, Suns lead in three series, 3-0.
This rivalry dates back to 1968, with 18 victoriesconsecutive games for the Warriors between 2015 and 2019.
Predictions and odds for the duel
Analysts point to the Warriors as favorites by 10.5 points, with a 78.5% probability of winning at home. The over 233.5 points has an attractive line, given the average attack of 117.9 combined points.
Main prediction: Warriors win by a margin of 12 points, exploiting the home factor. Suns cover spread if Durant goes over 25 points.
San Francisco weather forecast
The game at Chase Center takes place under cloudy skies, with temperatures around 15°C at 10pm local time. South winds of 25 to 35 km/h, with gusts of up to 72 km/h, may affect external access, but the gym remains unaffected.
A wind warning issued by the US National Weather Service is in effect until 4pm on Wednesday, recommending caution for fans on the move.
