With this win, the Suns have matched their win total from the previous season and continue to chase the No. 6 seed in the West. The Pelicans, while mathematically struggling this season, showed resilience behind the interior play of and the perimeter shooting of Trey Murphy III .
Booker Shines as Suns Outlast Pelicans in Tight Battle The Phoenix Suns (36-27) narrowly escaped a late-game surge from the New Orleans Pelicans (20-45) to secure a 118-116 victory on Friday night at the . Behind a dominant 32-point performance from Devin Booker , the Suns held on to improve their postseason positioning in a crowded Western Conference. Key Game Statistics Devin Booker Jalen Green Trey Murphy III Zion Williamson Game Highlights Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans - Link 4
For more detailed stats and upcoming schedules, visit the NBA Game Center or check for local broadcasts on ESPN . Game Recap: Suns 118, Pelicans 116 - NBA With this win, the Suns have matched their
Phoenix played without starters Dillon Brooks (hand fracture) and Mark Williams (foot injury), relying on rookie Oso Ighodaro , who contributed 13 points before fouling out. Looking Ahead Booker Shines as Suns Outlast Pelicans in Tight
After a competitive first half, Devin Booker took control in the third period, scoring 18 of his 32 points to help Phoenix build a 14-point lead.