Suns Halt Hornets’ Road Streak with 111-99 Victory

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns defeated the Charlotte Hornets 111-99 on Sunday night, ending Charlotte’s 10-game road winning streak. Devin Booker led the Suns with 30 points and 10 assists, even as LaMelo Ball paced the Hornets with 22 points.

Game Highlights

Despite a strong start from the Hornets, who scored 22 points in the first six minutes, the Suns rallied to take a 60-58 lead at halftime. Jalen Green and Collin Gillespie each contributed 24 points for Phoenix, and Rasheer Fleming added 16 off the bench, including four 3-pointers.

Key Stats

Booker, despite going 1-for-6 from 3-point range, was perfect from the free-throw line, making all 15 attempts. The Suns capitalized on their opportunities at the free-throw line, shooting 26 times compared to the Hornets. Charlotte shot 33% from beyond the arc. Phoenix outrebounded Charlotte 40-41.

Coaches’ Comments

Suns coach Jordan Ott emphasized the importance of physicality in the win, stating, “That’s how we’ve found success in the games we found success. We got to start on the defensive end, our physicality, take it to the legal limit, and then just have overall intent every possession.”^{Sports Illustrated}

Booker echoed this sentiment, adding, “We had to up the physicality. I think they were running around, getting whatever they wanted.”^{Sports Illustrated}

Injury Report

The Suns were without starters Dillon Brooks (hand fracture) and Mark Williams (foot fracture), as well as reserve Grayson Allen (sore right knee).^ESPN

Looking Ahead

The Hornets will continue their road trip, playing at Portland on Tuesday. The Suns will similarly be on the road, facing Milwaukee on Tuesday.^ESPN

Box Score

For detailed box score information, observe NBA.com.