Suns Snap Losing Streak, Rout Raptors in Dominant Performance

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns ended a five-game losing streak with a decisive 120-98 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Devin Booker led the Suns with 25 points, while Jalen Green added 20 as Phoenix dominated from the opening tip.

Suns Grab Control Early

Phoenix jumped out to a 34-20 lead in the first quarter, fueled by 8-of-12 shooting from three-point range. They extended their advantage to 66-48 by halftime, never trailing throughout the game. The Suns’ lead grew to as many as 30 points in the third quarter.

Booker and Green Lead the Way

Devin Booker shot 9-of-15 from the field, including 3-of-6 from beyond the arc, and contributed six assists. Jalen Green was equally efficient, scoring 20 points on 15 shots. Collin Gillespie added 16 points for the Suns, while Ryan Dunn scored 12 and rookie Rasheer Fleming contributed 11.

Raptors Struggle in Phoenix

Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 17 points, while RJ Barrett and Ja’Kobe Walter each added 13. However, Toronto struggled to find consistency on offense, shooting just 9-of-27 from three-point range. The Raptors were plagued by turnovers, committing 20 throughout the game.

Key Stats

• Phoenix Suns: Devin Booker (25 points, 6 assists), Jalen Green (20 points)
• Toronto Raptors: Scottie Barnes (17 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists)

Injury Concerns for Both Teams

The Suns were without several key players, including Royce O’Neale (knee), Grayson Allen (knee), Dillon Brooks (hand), and Mark Williams (foot). Toronto had all players available except for Collin Murray-Boyles, who remains sidelined with a left thumb injury.

Looking Ahead

The Raptors (39-31) will continue their road trip against the Utah Jazz on Monday. The Suns (40-32) will host the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday. Despite the loss, the Raptors remain in playoff contention, holding fifth place in the Eastern Conference, only half a game ahead of Atlanta and Philadelphia.