Suns Outlast Sixers In Phoenix
The Phoenix Suns defeated the visiting Philadelphia 76ers, 125-105, at Footprint Center on Sunday evening.

The game got out to a competitive start as the Suns led, 26-24, after one quarter. The score stayed close through the second, but the hosts maintained the edge with a five-point lead at the break. The Sixers rallied to a brief lead early in the third, but the Suns regained control and pushed ahead to a six-point advantage heading into the fourth. The Suns picked up momentum in the final frame and outscored the visitors, 36-22, to close out the home win. This marks the second straight loss for the 76ers.

Devin Booker led the Suns with 29 points, three rebounds, five assists and a block, in 32 minutes. Bismack Biyombo was dominant in the starting role, with 17 points, 13 rebounds, two assists and five blocks, while Deandre Ayton (hip) was sidelined. T.J. Warren added 16 points, eight rebounds, a steal and a block. The Suns shot 50.5 percent from the field, including 15-of-32 from long range.

Meanwhile, Tyrese Maxey led the the 76ers with 37 points, seven rebounds, three assists and a steal, in 36 minutes. Joel Embiid followed up with 28 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and two blocks, while Tobias Harris added 13 points, two rebounds and three assists. The Sixers shot 43.6 percent from the field, including 13-of-31 from deep..

The 76ers (49-25) will look to bounce back as they face the Nuggets in Denver on Monday. The Suns (39-25) take on the Jazz in Utah on Monday.
Posted on: 3/25/2023 11:09 PM
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