Suns Defeat Sixers, 115-102
The Phoenix Suns defeated the visiting Philadelphia 76ers, 115-102, at Footprint Center on Wednesday.

This game looks much closer than it actually was, with Phoenix maintaining the lead for the entirety of the second half. They outscored Philadelphia in the second and third quarters, 69-43, getting their lead up to 26 points. They held a double-digit lead for the closing 18 minutes. The Suns shot 50 percent from the field, 49 percent from three-point range and 75 percent from the free-throw line, while the Sixers shot 43 percent from the field, 35 percent from long range and 39 percent from the charity stripe. Phoenix out-rebounded Philly, 60-52.

The Sixers (38-31) had just one starter reach double figures in scoring, with Kelly Oubre collecting 18 points, five rebounds, four assists, three steals and three blocks. Jeff Dowtin and Cameron Payne led the bench with 12 points apiece. KJ Martin amassed 11 points, 13 rebounds and two assists, while Tyrese Maxey amassed six points and seven assists.

The Suns (40-29) were led by Grayson Allen, finishing with 32 points, three rebounds and five assists. Kevin Durant tallied 22 points, eight rebounds, four assists and three blocks. Devin Booker compiled 18 points, nine rebounds, 11 assists and two steals, while Jusuf Nurkic totaled 10 points, 15 rebounds, three assists and two blocks.

On deck for Philly is a road matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. As for Phoenix, they play again on Thursday, remaining home to face the Atlanta Hawks.
Posted on: 3/20/2024 9:53 PM
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