Phoenix Suns' Late Surge Not Enough to Overcome Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center

In a closely contested match at the Spectrum Center, the Phoenix Suns fell short against the Charlotte Hornets with a final score of 104-115. The Suns now stand at 16-19 for the season, while this victory brings the Hornets to an 8-27 record. Despite a strong third-quarter performance where they outscored the Hornets by 37 points to 29, it wasn't enough to secure a win.

Suns' Standout Performances

Devin Booker led the charge for the Suns with an impressive stat line of 39 points, 10 assists, and six rebounds. His shooting was efficient from all areas of the floor, hitting 56 percent from field goals and maintaining a perfect free throw percentage. Kevin Durant also made significant contributions with his versatile play, scoring 26 points alongside six rebounds and two assists. Despite these standout performances and dominating in paint scoring with 46 points compared to Charlotte's 42, Phoenix struggled from beyond the arc with only a 24 percent success rate on three-point attempts.

Hornets' Winning Strategy

The Charlotte Hornets capitalized on their fast break opportunities and bench depth to secure their victory over Phoenix. They amassed an impressive total of nine steals which translated into valuable fast break points totaling up to twenty-six—highlighting their ability to convert defensive plays into offensive opportunities efficiently. The bench played a crucial role in this dynamic as well by contributing thirty-five points towards their team's total score.

Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game for Phoenix Suns as they host Atlanta Hawks at Footprint Center in Phoenix on January 9th at 9:00 PM EDT. This game will be broadcasted on AZFamily and FDSSE networks for those looking forward to seeing if Suns can bounce back from this setback.

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