In a thrilling contest, the Phoenix Suns defeated the Washington Wizards 130-123, showcasing standout performances from Devin Booker and Kevin Durant. Booker led the charge with 37 points, marking his third consecutive game with over 30 points, while Durant contributed 23 points to the win.
The game saw the Suns build a substantial 24-point lead, yet the Wizards mounted a late comeback, reducing the deficit to just three points in the final moments. Rookie Ryan Dunn impressed with a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds, and Grayson Allen chipped in 21 points for Phoenix, which improved to 1-1 on their five-game road trip.
On the other side, Keyshawn George led the Wizards with a career-high 24 points, but the team faced its eighth consecutive loss, despite showing signs of improvement by breaking a streak of double-digit defeats.
