Golden State at Phoenix: Box Score Simulation

Wednesday Jul 29, 2026 10:00 pm - Phoenix, AZ
Odds: Golden State by 3.5, Total Points: 157.5

NOTE: This model has not been backtested for historical accuracy (which is why we do not include it on other prediction pages throughout the site). We publish it in large part to give an idea of stylistic trends that can be expected (fast/slow, one team dominating the boards and the other shooting a lot of threes, etc). To see our best prediction for the winner and final score of the game, please see the matchup overview page.

Box Score Projection

Scoring GSV PHX
Points 85.4 73.6
Total Points   158.9
Points From 2-Pointers 35.9 33.6
Points From 3-Pointers 35.7 21.8
Points From Free Throws 13.9 18.1
Shooting GSV PHX
Field Goals Made 29.8 24.1
Field Goals Attempted 68.2 59.8
Field Goal % 43.7% 40.3%
2 Pointers Made 17.9 16.8
2 Pointers Attempted 35.1 36.2
2 Point Shooting % 51.1% 46.5%
3 Pointers Made 11.9 7.3
3 Pointers Attempted 33.1 23.6
3 Point Shooting % 35.9% 30.7%
Free Throws Made 13.9 18.1
Free Throws Attempted 17.6 23.1
Free Throw % 78.7% 78.4%
Ball Control GSV PHX
Rebounds 40.9 37.6
Rebounds - Defensive 30.7 30.0
Rebounds - Offensive 10.3 7.6
Turnovers 10.5 13.4
Blocked Shots 3.9 2.5
Steals 7.0 5.3
Fouls 19.7 16.5

Playing Style Advantage: Phoenix

Expected Effect: +0.4 points
Our simulation model uses tempo-free statistics to project a detailed box score for this game. This analysis also indicates which team (if any) is expected to gain a relative advantage based on the specific matchup of paces and playing styles.

NOTE: Our simulation model assumes a neutral court setting.

Tempo-Free Projection

Possession Stats GSV PHX
Total Possessions 79.4
Effective Scoring Chances 79.1 73.6
% of Possessions with GSV PHX
2 Point Attempt 38.7% 40.8%
3 Point Attempt 36.5% 26.7%
Player Fouled 20.8% 24.8%
Turnover 13.3% 16.9%
Opponent Steal 6.6% 8.8%
Odds Per Shot Taken GSV PHX
Shot Blocked 4.3% 5.8%
Offensive Rebound 25.5% 19.8%