Busan Sonics are currently enjoying a hot streak, having secured six consecutive victories, with an unblemished home record over the same period. Their offensive prowess is undeniable, averaging 92.7 points in their last six games, significantly higher than their season average. However, vulnerabilities have surfaced during this winning run, particularly in defense, where they conceded 87 points to Suwon KT Sonicboom in their last match, with the opponents' shooting accuracy nearing 50%. Furthermore, their performance against the spread has been inconsistent, only covering the spread in three of their last six games, raising questions about the true value of their winning streak. Seoul Samsung Thunders, in contrast, are struggling, currently mired in a two-game losing streak and managing only three wins in their last ten matches. Their offense has been particularly lackluster, averaging just 78.3 points over their last ten games, below their season average of 80 points. However, Seoul Samsung Thunders often perform better in the first half of away games, boasting a 60% win rate in the first half of their last ten away games, indicating a degree of competitiveness at the start of matches. It's also worth noting that Seoul Samsung Thunders have a psychological edge, winning six of their last ten encounters against Busan Sonics. However, their recent defensive performance has been concerning, conceding over 90 points in two consecutive games. If they fail to adjust their defensive strategies, they may struggle against the high-scoring Busan Sonics.