Booker Nearly Achieves First Regular-Season Triple-Double
Devin Booker recorded 21 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists as the Phoenix Suns edged the Los Angeles Clippers 114-103, marking their second victory over Los Angeles in just three days.
Suns Maintain Control in Final Quarter
Phoenix stayed ahead throughout the fourth quarter. Booker's three-point play with 2:59 remaining helped the Suns extend their lead after the Clippers had narrowed the gap to five points.
Booker's Career Highlight
Booker came close to his first regular-season triple-double in his 11-year, 683-game career but missed the 10th assist after returning to the game with 7:41 left. His only triple-double was during the 2021 Western Conference Finals, also versus the Clippers.
Supporting Performances and Team Stats
- Mark Williams contributed 19 points, helping the Suns secure four wins in their last five games.
- Ivica Zubac led the Clippers with 21 points and 15 rebounds.
- John Collins added 19 points despite the Clippers playing short-handed, enduring their fourth consecutive loss.
- James Harden posted 13 points and 13 assists but was 2 of 10 on three-point shots.
Recent Matchups and Injuries
The Suns had previously defeated the Clippers 115-102 on Thursday. This season, Phoenix leads the rivalry with two wins out of three meetings. Meanwhile, Jalen Green left the court in the first quarter’s final minute with an apparent right hamstring re-injury, the same injury that sidelined him for Phoenix’s first eight games.
"Booker's three-point play with 2:59 left got the Suns out of trouble after Los Angeles had trimmed the deficit to five."
"Booker's only triple-double was in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals in June 2021 — also against the Clippers."
Author's summary: Devin Booker nearly recorded his first regular-season triple-double as the Suns maintained momentum with their second win over the Clippers in three days, showcasing resilience and strong team support despite close competition.
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