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Delta Center Showdown: Phoenix Suns Visit Utah Jazz

As the Phoenix Suns prepare to face off against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center, fans can anticipate a thrilling NBA matchup. The upcoming game, scheduled for November 20th, will be a test of resilience and strategy for both teams.


SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 17: John Collins #20 of the Utah Jazz grabs the rebound during the game against the Phoenix Suns during the In-Season Tournament on November 17, 2023 at vivint.SmartHome Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Suns have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent games. After an impressive victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a score of 133-115, where they led for over 43 minutes and showcased an offensive rating of nearly 139 points per 100 possessions, they stumbled against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a loss at 99-111. Despite this setback, their performance against the Timberwolves highlighted their ability to dominate on offense with an effective field goal percentage soaring to 70 percent and true shooting percentage reaching approximately 73 percent.


In their last encounter with Utah Jazz just two days prior to this upcoming game, Phoenix emerged victorious by scoring 131 points compared to Jazz's 128. This high-scoring affair featured strong performances from both sides but was particularly notable for Phoenix's efficiency from beyond the arc – hitting three-pointers at a rate of approximately 55 percent.


SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 17: Ochai Agbaji #30 of the Utah Jazz is introduced before the game against the Phoenix Suns during the In-Season Tournament on November 17, 2023 at vivint.SmartHome Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)

The venue could play a significant role in this match-up. The Delta Center is known for its energetic crowd that often provides the home team with an extra boost. However, if Phoenix can replicate its previous performance against Utah and maintain its sharpshooting prowess while tightening up defensively – especially in limiting points in paint where they allowed Utah to score around half their points last time – they stand a good chance of overcoming any home-court advantage.


Fans eager to catch all the action can tune into NBA TV or local broadcasts on KJZZ and AZFamily networks when these two Western Conference contenders clash on November 20th at Delta Center in Salt Lake City.


SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 17: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns dunks the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz during the In-Season Tournament on November 17, 2023 at vivint.SmartHome Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)
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