The Phoenix Suns secured a strong 119-109 victory against the Washington Wizards at home, taking an early lead and maintaining control throughout most of the game. Despite the Wizards' attempts to come back, the Suns finished strong with a 6-0 run. Kevin Durant led the Suns with 29 points, while Nick Richards had a standout performance with 20 points and a career-high 19 rebounds. Other key contributors included Bradley Beal and Devin Booker, both scoring over 15 points. For the Wizards, Kyle Kuzma scored 30 points and Jordan Poole added a double-double of 19 points and 10 assists.

In the first half, Phoenix shot 41.5% from the field, dominating the boards with 53 rebounds to Washington's 37. The game saw a notable injury to Ryan Dunn early on, which impacted the Suns’ strategy. Nonetheless, the Suns capitalized on their offensive rebounds, significantly outscoring the Wizards in second-chance points. This victory sets the stage for their upcoming challenge against the Los Angeles Clippers, highlighting the Suns' potential as they continue their homestand.