The Phoenix Suns (11-8) defeated the Golden State Warriors (12-7) 113-105 on Saturday night, led by Devin Booker’s 27 points and nine assists.
Kevin Durant contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Tyus Jones added 19 points and nine assists, hitting 4 of 5 shots from beyond the arc.
Phoenix built a commanding 66-49 halftime lead, shooting 66.7% from three-point range in the first half. Grayson Allen chipped in 17 points, including three triples, helping the Suns capitalize on their sharp perimeter shooting.
Golden State’s Stephen Curry led his team with 23 points but struggled with his efficiency, shooting 8 of 20 from the field. Andrew Wiggins added 18 points, while Draymond Green contributed 13 points and seven assists.
The Warriors, currently on a four-game losing streak, trimmed a 17-point halftime deficit to seven by the fourth quarter but could not complete the comeback.
The Suns showcased a balanced offensive attack, with five players making at least three three-pointers. Their bench also made significant contributions, with Royce O’Neale scoring 11 points and Monte Morris adding eight.
Phoenix played without Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic due to injuries but managed to overcome those absences. Beal, dealing with a calf injury, has missed eight of the Suns’ 19 games this season.
The Suns’ defense also played a pivotal role, holding the Warriors to just 41.3% shooting from the field. Oso Ighodaro was a standout for Phoenix off the bench, securing eight rebounds and providing steady interior presence.
