The Phoenix Suns made a significant change to their starting lineup ahead of their game against the Philadelphia 76ers, benching Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkić in favor of Mason Plumlee and rookie Ryan Dunn. Despite a sluggish start, the Suns turned the tide in the second half and secured a 109-99 victory. Beal responded well to his bench role, leading the team with 25 points, including a strong second-half performance that powered a critical comeback.

The Suns began the game poorly, scoring only 16 points in the first quarter and trailing at halftime. However, they staged a third-quarter rally that saw them score 36 points. The win marked a turning point for the Suns, snapping a four-game losing streak. Despite the victory coming against a depleted 76ers squad, it was crucial for the Suns, who had struggled in recent weeks.