The San Antonio Spurs (16-56) pulled off a remarkable 104-102 upset against the Phoenix Suns (42-30) on Monday night, despite Devin Booker and Kevin Durant combining for 65 points.
Jeremy Sochan emerged as a pivotal figure for the Spurs, delivering a crucial 3-pointer in the final minute and notching a double-double with 26 points and a career-high 18 rebounds.
Devin Vassell matched Sochan’s scoring output with 26 points of his own, contributing significantly to San Antonio’s unexpected triumph over the Suns.
Despite Booker’s 36-point performance and Durant’s 29-point contribution, Phoenix couldn’t secure the win, faltering in the closing moments of the game.
Zach Collins added 18 points, while Keldon Johnson contributed 14 points off the bench for San Antonio.
The absence of rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama due to a sprained left ankle didn’t deter the Spurs.
The Suns, currently eighth in the West, face a challenging stretch ahead, with matchups against several playoff-bound teams in their upcoming schedule.
