The Phoenix Suns battled through a turbulent fourth quarter to secure a thrilling overtime victory against the Denver Nuggets, winning 117-107. Despite being the biggest underdogs according to Vegas odds (+9), the Suns managed to pull off the win, showcasing their resilience and determination.
Missing Devin Booker due to a right ankle sprain, the Suns put up a solid performance, especially in the second quarter. However, they struggled in the second half, failing to maintain their momentum and allowing the Nuggets to close the gap.
The fourth quarter was far from perfect, with the Suns missing several shots and struggling to execute their offense efficiently. However, a crucial three-pointer from Kevin Durant in the final seconds sent the game to overtime, where Durant and Bradley Beal took charge, leading the Suns to victory.
Durant finished the game with 35 points, eight rebounds, and five assists, while Beal added 2-for-2 shooting in overtime. Despite Denver's efforts, Phoenix's defense stepped up, particularly in the second quarter, where they went on a 23-1 run.
Grayson Allen had a standout performance, hitting his first eight three-point attempts and finishing with 25 points. Drew Eubanks also played a key role, providing crucial rebounds and defensive presence.
Despite a strong performance from Denver's Jamal Murray, the Suns managed to limit Nikola Jokic's impact, forcing him into seven turnovers. Phoenix's ability to limit turnovers and improve defensively were key factors in their victory, showing progress from previous games.
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