The Phoenix Suns fell short yet again to a team with a losing record on their home floor. Kevin Durant scored 43 points in his second consecutive season-high despite the loss.
The Pistons were in control for the entire night, exposing the Suns’ issues for the second straight game. Youth, athleticism, defense. The Suns have very little of those three things.
It was a night to forget. Devin Booker cannot return soon enough.
Top Performers
- Kevin Durant — 43 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds, 14-26 FG
- Bradley Beal — 26 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 11-20 FG
- Jaden Ivey — 20 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists, 7-14 FG
- Cade Cunningham — 28 points, 13 assists, 2 steals, 9-19 FG
First Half
The Pistons started quick, running up to a 9-6 lead taking advantage of the Suns in transition. Detroit extended that lead to eight points after a Tim Hardaway Jr. three, leading to a Suns timeout with 7:05…