Kevin Durant showcased his scoring prowess by netting 30 of his 36 points in the second half, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 125-121 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Devin Booker contributed significantly with 35 points, marking his fifth straight game with at least 30 points, while newcomer Nick Richards made a strong debut for the Suns with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Ryan Dunn added 12 points and eight rebounds, further bolstering the Suns' offensive effort.

For the Pistons, Tobias Harris led the team with 21 points, and Cade Cunningham scored 20 points along with 11 assists, despite a challenging shooting night. Jalen Duren also had a notable performance with 15 points and 10 rebounds. The loss marked the Pistons' second consecutive defeat after a promising stretch where they won 10 out of 12 games.